Netball star Pauline Jani passed away on October 11, 2023, at the age of 34, at Parirenyatwa Hospital in Harare, after battling a long illness.
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Who Was Pauline Jani?
Pauline Jani was a remarkable athlete who etched her name in the annals of Zimbabwean netball history.
Born in 1989 in the vibrant city of Harare, Zimbabwe, Jani’s journey in netball began as she donned the national colors and represented her country with pride.
Jani was a versatile player, equally adept at taking the pivotal roles of goal keeper and goal shooter.
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One of the crowning moments of her career came in 2019 when she was part of the Zimbabwean squad that competed in the Netball World Cup.
At the age of 30, following her participation in Zimbabwe’s last group stage match against Uganda at the 2019 World Cup, Jani retired from professional netball.
Her decision to retire left a void in the Zimbabwean netball scene, but her legacy continued to shine through her impact on the sport.
Jani’s untimely departure marked the end of an era in Zimbabwean netball. Her memory will forever be cherished, and her contributions to the sport celebrated by netball enthusiasts across the nation.


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