Story by Anashe Murombedzi, Sports Reporter

THE late Mighty Warriors and Black Rhinos striker, Rufaro Machingura who was granted a State-assisted funeral will be buried at Zororo Memorial Park this Sunday.

The late Rufaro’s sister, Ms Becky Machingura appreciated the government’s intervention.

“We are very grateful that the government has chipped in to give a hand for my sister’s burial. They have provided food and transport starting from today till tomorrow. We are delighted they have sponsored all the costs from the casket and the resting place.

“Doves have come on board to take the body to the parlor and bring her home until we bury her at Zororo this Sunday,” she said.

Machingura renowned as Mafidi, died on Thursday morning at her home in Harare after succumbing to kidney failure.

The 30-year-old is survived by a four-months-old son.

Mourners are gathered at House Number 4617 Retreat Park, Waterfalls, in Harare.