Zimbabwe Equestrian Federation (ZEF)

FEI

Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI)

  • Allows events in Zimbabwe to gain international recognition and ranking status
  • Provides internationally recognised rules and regulations across all FEI disciplines
  • Sets and enforces global standards for horse welfare, safety, and fair play
  • Enables Zimbabwean riders, horses, and officials to compete internationally
  • Supports athlete, official, and coach development through structured pathways

Partners of ZEF

The Zimbabwe Equestrian Federation (ZEF) is proudly affiliated with the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) and the Sport and Recreation Commission (SRC), ensuring that equestrian sport in Zimbabwe is governed to both international and national standards.

Through its affiliation with the FEI, ZEF aligns Zimbabwean equestrian disciplines with globally recognised rules, competition structures, and welfare standards. This partnership enables international recognition of events, supports athlete development pathways, and allows Zimbabwean riders and officials to participate in and qualify for international competition.

The SRC serves as the national regulatory body for sport in Zimbabwe, providing governance oversight, compliance frameworks, and alignment with national sports policy. This affiliation ensures that ZEF operates within recognised structures, promotes good governance, and contributes to the broader development of sport within the country.

Together, these affiliations strengthen ZEF’s ability to develop equestrian sport responsibly, competitively, and sustainably at both national and international levels.

SRC

Sport and Recreation Commission (SRC)

  • Acts as the national governing authority for sport in Zimbabwe
  • Ensures compliance with national sports legislation and governance standards
  • Provides oversight to promote transparency, accountability, and best practice
  • Aligns ZEF with national sport development goals and policies
  • Supports the sustainable growth and recognition of equestrian sport within Zimbabwe