Ernest Makhaya

Soweto

Sports Journalist at The South African

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Orlando Pirates latest: Maela leaves, new captain for Bucs

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Orlando Pirates will have a new captain in the upcoming season following the ‘departure’ of Innocent Maela. Maela played his final game for the Buccaneers in Wednesday’s 1-1 draw at home against Magesi FC. The 32-year-old has 208 officials games under belt as a Pirates player. He scored six times and provided 12 assists. Interim coach Mandla Ncikazi has already confirmed that Maela will be taking a different direction to his football career.
Nabi reveals Kaizer Chiefs have already started recruitment process

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi has revealed that the club has already started with their recruitment process. Amakhosi are set to make wholesale changes to their playing personnel ahead of next season. Nabi admitted several times that Chiefs don’t have enough quality players for his project to take shape. And having now concluded the season where Chiefs finished outside the top eight for the second year in a row, Nabi said new players are coming.
Mamelodi Sundowns tie down utility player

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Mamelodi Sundowns have tied down utility player Aubrey Modiba for the upcoming season as his contract was set to expire. Modiba has been with Sundowns for five years having joined them from crosstown rivals SuperSport United. The 29-year-old left-footed player has become an important member of this Sundowns team over the years. Now, SABC Sport reports that Sundowns had until 31 May to trigger a one-year option they had on Modiba’s contract.
My salary was equivalent to what SAFA pays for Broos' rent

2 weeks ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Former South African Football Association (SAFA) Technical Director Walter Steenbok has dropped another bombshell. Steenbok left SAFA in March – two-and-a-half-years into this contract with the association after enduring a difficult period. Speaking to Andile Ncube on Metro FM on Thursday, Steenbok revealed that his salary as SAFA’s Technical Director was equivalent to what the association is paying for Hugo Broos’ rent.
Pyramids star Fiston Mayele confirms Kaizer Chiefs interest

2 weeks ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Pyramids FC star striker Fiston Mayele has confirmed interest from Kaizer Chiefs for his services. Mayele spilled the beans ahead of his side’s CAF Champions League final first leg against Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday. Kick-off at Loftus Versfeld Stadium is at 15:00. Now, speaking to reporters as per SABC Sport, Mayele admitted he received a call from Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi in December 2024.
Mdaka doesn't earn more than R25k

2 weeks ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Former South African Football Association (SAFA) Technical Director Walter Steenbok has hit out at the organisation. Steenbok, who resigned from his position in March, said he left the position due to a lack of support from the SAFA hierarchy. In an interview with Andile Ncube on Metro FM on Thursday, Steenbok lifted a lid on Amajita coach Raymond Mdaka’s salary. Steenbok confidently revealed that Mdaka, who is on a one-year contract with SAFA, is not even earning more than R25 000.
Orlando Pirates suffer long-term injury blow!

2 weeks ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Orlando Pirates have suffered a long-term injury blow after midfielder Selaelo Rasebotja was forced to undergo surgery. On Thursday, Rasebotja took to Instagram to let his fans know of his torn Anterio Cruciate Ligament (ACL). And this was after he had gone under the knives, meaning he won’t play part in any of the remaining Pirates games. According to studies, a torn ACL can take between six months and nine months, meaning Rasebotja may only return in 2026.
Mamelodi Sundowns transfers: Three best signings this season

2 weeks ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Mamelodi Sundowns have always been the team to beat, and anyone who dared to stop them needed to be at their best. As always, the Brazilians had a slow start to the campaign, but perhaps this had everything to do with their congested fixture schedule. Sundowns bosses were even forced to make coaching changes in October with Miguel Cardoso replacing Manqoba Mngqithi as head coach. But who, from the players they acquired this term, have been their best signings in no particular order?
Orlando Pirates transfers: Three best signings this season

2 weeks ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Orlando Pirates looked ready to give Mamelodi Sundowns a good run for their money in the league title race this season. The Buccaneers topped the standings in the early stages of the campaign, giving their fans hope that they are contenders. They even went on to win the MTN8 to signal their intentions to conquer all but the wheels somehow fell off. But who, from the players they acquired this term, have been their best signings in no particular order? Thalente Mbatha of Orlando Pirates.
Kaizer Chiefs transfers: Three best signings this season

2 weeks ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya

Kaizer Chiefs had a promising start to their season following a shake-up to their squad when Nasreddine Nabi arrived. However, they struggled for consistency and, thus, results were not forthcoming, much to the frustration from their fans. And while they have not done well in the league, Chiefs did make amends by winning the Nedbank Cup. But who, from the players they acquired this term, have been their best signings in no particular order? Nasreddine Nabi with Kaizer Chiefs management.