Edgars Celebrates 80 Years with HPSL Season Opener at Prince Edward School

Edgars Stores Limited marked another milestone in its 80th anniversary celebrations by proudly hosting and sponsoring the opening matches of the Harare Professionals Soccer League (HPSL) at Prince Edward School on Saturday, 14 March.

Speaking during the event, Edgars Stores Limited Marketing and Corporate Affairs Executive Mrs Justina Machinya highlighted the importance of sport and community engagement in the company’s journey.

“As part of our 80th anniversary celebrations, we were proud to host and sponsor the season opener of the Harare Professionals Soccer League.   Through our soccer team Edgars FC, we have been part of the HPSL since 2018. This reflects our commitment to sport development, youth empowerment and community engagement in Zimbabwe,” she said.

The opening fixtures brought together nine competitive teams, including Edgars, New Ambassadors, Africa Sun, St George’s College, Clyde Legends, Bakers Inn, Nemchem, Real Mavericks and Dankwets, creating an exciting atmosphere for players, supporters and families who gathered to witness the start of the new season.

Beyond the football action, the event also highlighted the Edgars brand’s connection to lifestyle and community. For decades, Edgars has been known for providing customers with a complete lifestyle shopping experience.

The brand continues to focus on quality, affordability and style that resonates with modern Zimbabwean consumers.

The HPSL season opener quickly became a highlight event, blending sport, fashion and community celebration. The vibrant turnout and enthusiastic participation reinforced the strong relationship between sport, youth development and the Edgars lifestyle brand.

Community engagement remains central to the company’s values. “We believe sport empowers young people, builds discipline and creates opportunities,” Machinya added.

“Going forward, we will continue investing in community initiatives, youth development programmes and partnerships that positively impact the communities where Edgars operates.”

As one of Zimbabwe’s most iconic fashion retailers, Edgars has spent eight decades shaping style, confidence and lifestyle for Zimbabwean families. Through its well-known retail brands — Edgars, Jet and Express Stores — the company continues to deliver quality fashion, beauty and lifestyle products for men, women and children across the country.

Beyond retail, Edgars Stores Limited has diversified into financial services through its microfinance arm, Club Plus, which offers microloans through Edgars, Jet and Express stores. The group also supports local industry through Carousel Manufacturing, its garment production plant that supplies quality apparel while contributing to local employment

As Edgars celebrates 80 years of style, innovation and service, the company remains committed to strengthening its role not only as a fashion leader but also as a partner in community growth and youth development in Zimbabwe.