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6 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
MaMkhize era begins at Mbabane Highlanders as ownership saga ends
AM era Durban businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize has finally been confirmed as the owner of Eswatini club Mbabane Highlanders. Photo: BackpagePix Image: BackpagePix Durban businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize's AM era at Mbabane Highlanders is finally up and running after she was confirmed as the owner of the Eswatini club following an ownership dispute. This comes after Mkhize was reported to have missed a deadline to pay a compensation fee to one of the club's former directors. Now, South African businessman Alfred 'Ally' Kgomongwe has confirmed that he has transferred ownership of the club to Mkhize. 'I can tell you now that MaMkhize will be in charge of Mbabane Highlanders from this season,' Kgomongwe said, as quoted by FARPost. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ 'As I have said before, there are no two owners of Mbabane Highlanders FC. I am the rightful owner, and I have signed the team over to MaMkhize, and she will now agree with the patrons and elders of the club on how long she will run it.' The club will now begin the Eswatini Premiership under their new name – Mbabane Highlanders FC – after being rebranded in line with MaMkhize's old club, Royal AM. The 'AM' is in honour of her son Andile Mpisane, who served as chairman and player of the KZN club. MaMkhize's foray into Eswatini football comes after Royal AM were kicked out of the PSL due to a number of financial problems. The club was put up for sale by SARS in order to recoup some of the R40 million she owed in taxes. The move also marks a fresh chapter for Mbabane Highlanders, who have endured years of off-field instability. With Mkhize now officially at the helm, supporters will be hoping for long-term investment, better player recruitment, and a push for domestic dominance. The club is one of Eswatini's most storied sides, but recent seasons have been overshadowed by boardroom wrangles and inconsistent performances. With her resources and experience in South African football, Mkhize could be the catalyst the club needs to restore its former glory. IOL Sport
The South African
29-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Sundowns preparing Lucas Ribeiro goodbye?
Mamelodi Sundowns have not sold their top player since Percy Tau to Brighton and Hove Albion in July 2018. After a staggering 21 goals and 14 assists for Lucas Ribeiro last season, including the winning Goal of the tournament at the FIFA Club World Cup, Ribeiro is a wanted man. According to the newest reports, the 26-year-old Brazilian has left Sundowns' preseason camp in Rustenburg to prepare for his departure. Transfer news: Orlando Pirates' decisions on 22 players Mamelodi Sundowns star Lucas Ribeiro rues a miss against Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership. Image: Sowetan According to FARPost, Ribeiro stopped training with Kabo Yellow to focus on his pending transfer deal, with the Brazilian club said to be the favourites. Full details: Orlando Pirates' first match this week 'They [Sundowns] returned to Chloorkop last Monday and left for Rustenburg two days later,' FARPost reported. 'On Saturday, Ribeiro, who is a contender for the Footballer of the Year award, left the camp. ' FARPost can confirm that Ribeiro requested to leave camp with negotiations for his potential transfer at an advanced stage. Sundowns' options in the number 10 role if Rebeiro leaves: Note: Jayden Adams and Siphelele Mkhulise can play as 10s but are primarily central midfielders. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
18-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Another Orlando Pirates player joins PSL newcomers
Orlando Pirates have confirmed the season‑long loan of left‑back Yanga Madiba to newly promoted Betway Premiership side Orbit College FC. The 23‑year‑old left-back, who made his debut with the Buccaneers under Jose Riveiro late last season, is back with Orbit for a second spell. The imposing defender's move was confirmed by FARPost , while he was also spotted at Orbit's new home and away kit unveilings in Rustenburg on Friday. News Orlando Pirates superstar told not to relax Yanga Madiba warms up for Orlando Pirates before a Betway Premiership match against Golden Arrows. Image via @OrlandoPirates on X 'Following the signing of [Monnapule] Saleng, Orbit have also concluded a loan move for Pirates left-back Yanga Madiba,' the outlet reported. 'The 23-year-old will have a second loan spell with Orbit, having spent the 2023/24 season in the second division with the club.' Kaizer Chiefs bosses call Bafana player's father ' FARPost has established that Madiba has already arrived in North West to begin life with Orbit College. The talented defender will aim to impress during his loan stint and return to Pirates to fight for regular playing time,' the outlet concluded. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
15-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs: Chislett ready to play the 'Steven Gerrard role'
Kaizer Chiefs new midfielder Ethan Chislett, is eager to play in front of the Amakhosi supporters later this month. The 26-year-old is currently with the team in the Netherlands for their pre-season camp. Having joined the club in June, the Durban-born midfielder will for the first time in his career, play football in his birth country. 'I appreciate creativity, but the bottom line is you have to score goals to win games,' Chislett said as per FARPost . 'I'd like to think I can rise to the occasion when called upon to make a decisive contribution for my team, and that's what motivates me.' Chislett will be in action in Amakhosi for the first time at home later this month against Asante Kotoko SC in the Toyota Cup. The 26-year-old will play in front of his hometown at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday, 26 July. 'It will probably be surreal. It's something I'll look back on. Sometimes when you're in the moment, you don't take everything in, but afterwards it will fully sink in,' said the Kaizer Chiefs new man. 'I came to South Africa for the 2010 World Cup and watched a match in that stadium, so it's going to be unreal for me, and my family, to play there.' Upon signing for Kaizer Chiefs, Chislett was described as a 'Steven Gerrard-like' type of midfielder. He is a creative player with an eye for goal and can also help defensively, according to his former teammates in England. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
14-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
'Give him my No. 31 jersey': Chiefs legend back new midfielder
Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Willard Katsande wants new signing Siphesihle Ndlovu to inherit jersey number 31. Katsande, affectionately known as 'Salt and Pepper' by fans, wore the number 31 jersey for over a decade for Amakhosi. Speaking to FARPost , the retired midfielder admitted that he has always been a fan of the former SuperSport United and Orlando Pirates midfielder. The former Chiefs midfielder has praised Ndlovu's energy and his tackling ability. 'He's my boy. Because you can see the way he poses. Trust me, I've been a fan of his for some time. I could see the way he plays. He's a very energetic boy. If we have to play, we can play; if we have to be stuck in tackles, we can stick in tackles. So I've seen him in a couple of games,' he told FARPost . 'Even sometimes, when I saw him in one of the matches, when he played at FNB Stadium, I told him, 'boy, you deserve to be here. Not the other way around'. So I'm happy that the club brought him on board because he's going to bring a lot of quality and value to the team. 'Even experience-wise, you know, he's somebody who has won the trophies and somebody who knows how to play for a big team. So he's going to be good, and he's going to rub it into the young ones because he does have a never-die spirit. And you could see the way he plays.' The Amakhosi legend said his wish was for Ndlovu to wear the number 31 jersey at Chiefs. 'He's just an unbelievable boy. I can't wait for him to play. I wish he can get number 31. For him to remember me. But I'm happy for him. He's a very good boy,' said the former Chiefs midfielder. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
