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The South African
5 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates transfer news: Rulani, Pablo and Mashiloane
Orlando Pirates will announce a new head coach in the coming weeks and, of course, a couple of new players to improve the squad. That is what top clubs do. With the new season coming up in August, Orlando Pirates are yet to announce Jose Riveiro's successor. According to Soccer Laduma, a familiar face could arrive at the Rand Stadium. His name is Pablo Franco Martin, the former AmaZulu coach. Martin is a free agent after a short stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Faisaly . T he Full Story is here. In case you have missed it, the 38-year-old Mokwena left Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca after 11 wins, 12 draws and four defeats in the Botola Pro 1 league in Morocco. While the former Orlando Pirates tactician is still without a new club, rumours have suggested a possible return to the Sea Robbers. Rulani Mokwena during his final season with Mamelodi Sundowns before going to Wydad Casablanca. Image: IOL According to the club's great legend Lekgwathi, the name of the next coach is not really material. The most important thing is for Orlando Pirates to sustain its success. The full story is here. According to SABC Sport 's leading reporter, Mazola Molefe, Baroka FC's 23-year-old Mashiloane is joining the Sea Robbers. Former Baroka FC head coach Dan Malesela says Orlando Pirates have signed a special player. 'Mashiloane is extraordinary. He is a very special and talented right-back.' – Full Story here. 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
23-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
New Orlando Pirates signing is special
Orlando Pirates right-backs Deano Van Rooyen and Bandile Shandu will face new competition next season. Tshepho Mashiloane is coming to Soweto. According to SABC Sport's leading reporter, Mazola Molefe, Baroka FC's 23-year-old Mashiloane is joining the Sea Robbers. 'SABC Sport can confirm Orlando Pirates have all but concluded a deal to sign Baroka FC defender Tshepho Mashiloane,' Molefe wrote. Tshepho Mashiloane in the colours of Baroka FC against Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup at the Orlando Stadium. Image: Kick Off. 'The Buccaneers have been linked with the right back from the Motsepe Foundation Championship side for some time now, but talks were progressing slowly, given both clubs had their focus on their respective leagues,' the reporter added. In the meantime, former Baroka FC head coach Dan Malesela says Orlando Pirates have signed a special player. 'Mashiloane is extraordinary. He is a very special and talented right-back,' Malesela told 'While he is not yet a complete player – there are a few aspects he needs to work on – he is solid in defence and outstanding going forward. He scored goals for us and created numerous chances. However, it's essential to remember that no player enters the PSL as a complete package, especially those coming from lower leagues. 'There are specific things that Mashiloane can learn from the experienced players at Pirates. Although he is strong, gifted, and technically skilled, he still has room to grow. 'As a coach, I encourage people to ask me about the players I have coached. Sometimes, fans and teams fail to understand these players, which can lead to misconceptions about their abilities,''Mashiloane is extraordinary. He is a very special and talented right-back,' boasts Malesela, speaking to 'While he is not yet a complete player – there are a few aspects he needs to work on – he is solid in defence and outstanding going forward. 'He scored goals for us and created numerous chances. However, it's essential to remember that no player enters the PSL as a complete package, especially those coming from lower leagues. 'There are specific things that Mashiloane can learn from the experienced players at Pirates. Although he is strong, gifted, and technically skilled, he still has room to grow. 'As a coach, I encourage people to ask me about the players I have coached. Sometimes, fans and teams fail to understand these players, which can lead to misconceptions about their abilities,' the former Orlando Pirates player 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 Herald
06-05-2025
- General
- The Herald
A pianist, a priest and a maths whizz walk onto the graduation stage
More than 8,000 students will cross the graduation stage at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) from Tuesday. A cohort of 8,116 students will take to the stage to receive their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across 14 ceremonies which will run until May 16. The oldest graduate at the autumn graduation is an 83-year-old priest, Father Pheko Matthews Thinane, who earned his PhD from the school of religion and social transformation. A semi-retired Catholic priest from Gauteng who remains active in the church, Thinane embarked on his doctoral journey after completing his memoirs. His thesis presented a comparative study of healing practices and experiences found in the Gospel of Mark and the testimony of Meshack Hadebe from the Nazareth Baptist Church, offering a valuable contribution to the growing body of literature in African Theology. The youngest PhD student is 27-year-old Shavani Naicker. She completed her doctorate in applied mathematics with her thesis on the Dynamics of Spherically Symmetric Spacetimes in Lovelock Gravity. She studied at the college of agriculture, engineering and science. Acclaimed jazz pianist and UKZN lecturer Sibusiso 'Mash' Mashiloane will also graduate after completing his doctoral research on the local jazz identity. Known for his award-winning contributions to local music, Mashiloane's research raises awareness about the richness of SA's distinctive musical traditions, which reflect the country's diverse cultures. UKZN said Mashiloane's recitals were more than explorative performances. 'They became musical awakenings where musicians internalised and practised jazz as a language spoken through their own accents, languages, and meanings.' University spokesperson Normah Zondo said 5,161 students will receive undergraduate degrees while 2,955 will be awarded postgraduate qualifications. These include 247 PhD graduates and 629 Master's graduates. 'UKZN is proud to note women make up 65.91% of the total number of graduates this year, an increase of 4% from last year. The university also celebrates an elite group of about 500 top achievers who will graduate cum laude and summa cum laude, with women again leading the way, comprising 65.47% of the distinguished group. 'In addition, UKZN will honour the achievements of 103 graduands with disabilities.' TimesLIVE
TimesLIVE
06-05-2025
- General
- TimesLIVE
A pianist, a priest and a maths whizz walk onto the graduation stage
More than 8,000 students will cross the graduation stage at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) from Tuesday. A cohort of 8,116 students will take to the stage to receive their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across 14 ceremonies which will run until May 16. The oldest graduate at the autumn graduation is an 83-year-old priest, Father Pheko Matthews Thinane, who earned his PhD from the school of religion and social transformation. A semi-retired Catholic priest from Gauteng who remains active in the church, Thinane embarked on his doctoral journey after completing his memoirs. His thesis presented a comparative study of healing practices and experiences found in the Gospel of Mark and the testimony of Meshack Hadebe from the Nazareth Baptist Church, offering a valuable contribution to the growing body of literature in African Theology. The youngest PhD student is 27-year-old Shavani Naicker. She completed her doctorate in applied mathematics with her thesis on the Dynamics of Spherically Symmetric Spacetimes in Lovelock Gravity. She studied at the college of agriculture, engineering and science. Acclaimed jazz pianist and UKZN lecturer Sibusiso 'Mash' Mashiloane will also graduate after completing his doctoral research on the local jazz identity. Known for his award-winning contributions to local music, Mashiloane's research raises awareness about the richness of SA's distinctive musical traditions, which reflect the country's diverse cultures. UKZN said Mashiloane's recitals were more than explorative performances. 'They became musical awakenings where musicians internalised and practised jazz as a language spoken through their own accents, languages, and meanings.' University spokesperson Normah Zondo said 5,161 students will receive undergraduate degrees while 2,955 will be awarded postgraduate qualifications. These include 247 PhD graduates and 629 Master's graduates. 'UKZN is proud to note women make up 65.91% of the total number of graduates this year, an increase of 4% from last year. The university also celebrates an elite group of about 500 top achievers who will graduate cum laude and summa cum laude, with women again leading the way, comprising 65.47% of the distinguished group. 'In addition, UKZN will honour the achievements of 103 graduands with disabilities.'
