On 4 April 2003, Winneth Dube achieved a significant milestone in Zimbabwean athletics by setting the national record for the women’s 200-meter sprint. She clocked an impressive time of 23.23 seconds during a meet held in Pretoria, South Africa. This record remains unmatched to date and is officially recognized as the fastest time by a Zimbabwean woman in the event.

Winneth Dube, born on 10 May 1972, is a retired sprinter who represented Zimbabwe in various international competitions, including the African Championships, Commonwealth Games, and the Olympics. Her career highlights also include holding the national record for the women’s 100 meters with a time of 11.36 seconds, set on 11 April 2003 in Durban, South Africa