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The South African
4 days ago
- Business
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs boss faces financial scandal
Kaizer Chiefs Football Club manager Bobby Motaung finds himself at the centre of a financial storm, with court papers filed to have his estate sequestered. According to a Sunday World report, Pent Up Investment CC has approached the Johannesburg High Court, claiming that Motaung owes the company more than R4.3 million linked to a property deal gone sour. Costas Couremetis, head of Pent Up Investment, alleges that Motaung has failed to settle the outstanding amount from a R9 million judgment issued back in November 2009. In a sworn affidavit, Couremetis detailed Motaung's failure to honour the full judgment amount. 'Pursuant to a failure by Lakeshore (Motaung was listed as the sole director of Lakeshore Trading) to make payment of the purchase price for the property in full, the applicant instituted proceedings… and obtained judgment on or about November 12, 2009 in a sum exceeding R9-million, plus interest and legal costs,' reads the court filing. The affidavit claims that as of January 2024, over R4.3 million remains unpaid. Despite not disputing the debt, Motaung allegedly made no significant effort to settle it. 'In fairness to the respondent, he has not sought to dispute the indebtedness… However, he has clearly not been able to pay the full sum… even after having been given various reasonable and generous indulgences over many years,' Couremetis added. What raised eyebrows, however, is the picture painted of Motaung's lavish lifestyle. 'The respondent has over all of these years lived a very opulent lifestyle, driving a Bentley… living in a large immovable property in… Houghton… wearing very expensive clothing and… watches… portraying the image of a very successful businessman… by virtue of the prominent position which he occupies at Kaizer Chiefs Football Club.' History of legal troubles This latest legal development adds to a string of past controversies. In 2016, a fraud and corruption case linked to the construction of Mbombela Stadium. Where Motaung was implicated, was dropped due to insufficient evidence. The same year, Sowetan Live reported that the South African Revenue Service (SARS) issued Motaung with a tax bill totalling R44.7 million. Then, in 2021, Sunday World revealed that SARS instructed liquidators to recover R90 million from a company. In which Bobby Motaung served as a director. While Motaung has remained tight-lipped in the face of these latest accusations. The unfolding legal battle could have lasting implications. Not only for his personal finances but also for his reputation at one of South Africa's biggest football clubs. Will Kaizer Chiefs' Bobby Motaung reputation still be intact? 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 Citizen
5 days ago
- Business
- The Citizen
Chiefs' Motaung in hot water
'The indebtedness as it currently stands at the end of January 2024 is in the sum of over R4.3-million,' reads an affidavit from Costa Couremetis. Kaizer Chiefs football manager Bobby Motaung is subject to court papers aiming to have his estate sequestrated, according to a report from ALSO READ: Nabi drops hint over Chiefs future The news website reports that Pent Up Investment CC have filed papers in the Johannesburg High Court, with the company's boss Costas Couremetis claiming Motaung still owes him over R4.3 million with regards to a property deal. 'indebtedness' An affidavit submitted by Couremetis claims that Motaung has not paid almost half of the R9 million that he was ordered to pay in November 2009. 'Pursuant to a failure by Lakeshore (Motaung was listed as the sole director of Lakeshore Trading) to make payment of the purchase price for the property in full, the applicant instituted proceedings in the above honourable court and obtained judgment on or about November 12, 2009 in a sum exceeding R9-million, plus interest and legal costs,' read the papers. 'The indebtedness as it currently stands at the end of January 2024 is in the sum of over R4.3-million. 'In fairness to the respondent, he has not sought to dispute the indebtedness since the judgment was granted against him. However, he has clearly not been able to pay the full sum, as and when it was due, even after having been given various reasonable and generous indulgences over many years. 'The respondent has over all of these years lived a very opulent lifestyle, driving a Bentley motor vehicle; owning and living in a large immovable property in a very prestigious area, namely Houghton; wearing very expensive clothing and different, very expensive watches at our various meetings and generally portraying the image of a very successful businessman, who is extremely well off; and who occupies a considerable position in the eyes of society, throughout South Africa, by virtue of the prominent position which he occupies at Kaizer Chiefs Football Club.' ALSO READ: Nabi is wrong, Chiefs' league position is inexcusable This is not Motaung's first brush with the law. In 2016 a five-year long fraud and corruption case in which he was implicated, with regard to the building of Mbombela Stadium, was struck off the roll due to insufficient evidence. Tax bills? According to the Sowetan Live, Motaung was also slapped with a R44.7 million tax bill by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) in June 2016. In September 2021, the Sunday World also reported that SARS had asked liquidators to recover R90 million owed to them by a company in which Motaung was one of the directors.
The Citizen
6 days ago
- General
- The Citizen
Thembisa NPO turns dumping sites into community spaces
The local environmental NPO Clean Environment has been on a mission to tackle illegal dumping across Thembisa since 2017, transforming more than 100 dumping sites into sustainable spaces like mini gardens, car washes and small parks. The Tsenelong Section NPO has built a reputation for reclaiming neglected areas, turning them into clean, functional community spaces. The NPO aims to remove waste and create environments that discourage future dumping. 'This started in our section,' said Tshepang Motaung, the co-founder of Clean Environment. ALSO READ: Illegal dumping now criminal offence in Ekurhuleni 'We noticed many tenants dumping plastic and rubbish in open spaces. What motivated us to keep going is that many communities supported us, and after we cleaned, they maintained the spaces. Not all areas do, but most of them.' The group, comprising five dedicated volunteers with the NPO since the beginning, also runs weekly educational campaigns in communities to raise awareness about the dangers of illegal dumping and promote a cleaner environment. One of the NPO's milestones was launching its recycling business, now in its second year. 'When cleaning, we noticed many recyclables. That's when the idea for a recycling business started,' Motaung said. The income supports their clean-up efforts, although financial challenges persist. 'We don't always have PPE or the tools we need, so we bring what we can from home to keep going.' While community members often respond positively during clean-ups, maintaining the cleaned spaces remains challenging. 'Some areas go back to being dumping grounds shortly after we clean,' Motaung explained. ALSO READ: Illegal dumping on Modderfontein Road remains an eyesore The NPO tries to involve local ward councillors in their campaigns, but often ends up working alone. However, the CoE's Thembisa Waste Office was a consistent supporter, helping with rubbish collection, tractor loader backhoes and tipper trucks for rubble removal. One of their most impactful recent projects was cleaning a bridge that had become a health hazard and an obstacle for pedestrians. 'The waste blocked the bridge, so crossing it was unsafe. We couldn't just walk past, so we organised a clean-up,' said Motaung. The team restored the bridge with support from the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA), the Dipalesa Foundation and two community members. Looking ahead, Clean Environment plans to launch a campaign called #KeGame in partnership with the WESSA. This initiative will combine clean-ups with educational awareness drives in Thembisa, running weekly or biweekly. An upcoming focus area will be Winnie Mandela Zone 4. 'We randomly select some of the worst dumping sites and clean them to benefit the community. We're committed to keeping Thembisa clean, one spot at a time,' Motaung said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The South African
24-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs inspired by unveiling of CAF Champions League trophy
As Kaizer Chiefs return to continental interclub competition, the timing of the new CAF Champions League trophy reveal couldn't had been more poignant. The Glamour Boys, fresh from their Nedbank Cup triumph that guaranteed them a place to compete on the continent, taking on the challenges of the CAF Confederation Cup, the unveiling of the prestigious trophy in Johannesburg will undoubtedly serve as a powerful motivator for the team. Although Amakhosi won't be competing in the CAF Champions League, the club's return to continental competition via the CAF Confederation Cup has generated significant buzz over the past few weeks. Having come close to lifting the CAF Champions League trophy in the 2021 final against Al Ahly, the new design serves as an added incentive for the team. 'The CAF Interclub Trophy Reveal is more than just a ceremony; it's a platform that brings together the best of African club football,' said Marketing and Commercial Director, Jessica Motaung. 'By celebrating our clubs' achievements, we're promoting a culture of excellence and competitiveness that will drive African football forward.' Motaung reflected on the remarkable growth and progress African football has made over the years, citing the passion and dedication of fans as a key driver. 'Our fans are some of the most loyal and enthusiastic in the world,' she said. 'Their love for the sport is unmatched, and their energy and creativity bring African football to life.' Speaking as the Africa Club Association deputy chairperson, Motaung said that the relationship between CAF and the ACA is an important conduit to ensure that clubs become a key stakeholders in maintaining a steady upward trajectory for the sustainability of club football in a commercial environment. 'It's a vital role for both organisations to promote the interests of African clubs and driving the development of club football on the continent,' she said, adding, 'We are committed to ensuring that both organisation provide a platform for clubs to share best practices, address common challenges, and collaborate on initiatives that drive growth and innovation.' The new trophy will make its debut when Mamelodi Sundowns take on Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League final. CAF's Head of TV and Communications, Luxolo September, revealed that 30% of the design pays homage to the previous trophy, while 70% is a bold new innovation. 'To be the best in the world you have to reinvent and I think the new trophy is a clear symbol of this, a symbol of CAF keeping to tradition but reinventing itself and modernising the trophy,' September commented. He concluded, 'It was important that we made the product look better, appealing and easy on the eye so today was a bold step towards this.' 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.
IOL News
15-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Kaizer Chiefs turn their focus to the Top 8 aspirations after Nedbank Cup triumph
Edmilson Dove his Kaizer Chiefs' teammates must regroup after their Nedbank Cup celebrations so as to reach their Top 8 objective in the Betway Premiership. Photo: Backpagepix Image: Backpagepix Kaizer Chiefs defender Edmilson Dove says the team must suspend their Nedbank Cup celebrations to fully focus on securing a Top 8 finish. Chiefs revived their 'Cup Kings' reputation last weekend by winning the Nedbank Cup, defeating Orlando Pirates in the final to end a 10-year trophy drought. The victory sent the club into celebration mode, with festivities including presenting the trophy to chairman Kaizer Motaung. Amid the jubilation, Chiefs have been working hard behind the scenes to prepare for their crucial Betway Premiership clash against Sekhukhune United in Polokwane on Saturday (3pm). We had to bring it home. Today, we celebrated with the Chairman, Dr. Motaung. Our Senior and Reserve Teams handed him medals and the trophies. Dedicated to you Dr. Motaung, and to our very special army of supporters, the millions of Amakhosi Faithful, who love and serve this… — Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) May 14, 2025 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. 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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 ✕ Chiefs will visit Sekhukhune in their penultimate league fixture, needing all three points to keep their Top 8 hopes alive. Amakhosi currently sit ninth on the table with 30 points, level with eighth-placed Chippa United, who have played one game more. 'We know the importance of Saturday's game. We have put the celebrations aside. We are reshuffling our focus to the league,' Dove told the club's media team. 'We have been preparing well, and the mood has been right. The energy has been positive. Hopefully, we can go into this game with a clear idea of what needs to be done. 'The coaches have been doing their best to keep the gents in check during our training sessions and making sure that we have all the tools for Saturday.' Chiefs must secure a Top 8 finish, not only to qualify for next season's MTN8 and redeem last season's shortcomings, but potentially to safeguard coach Nasreddine Nabi's job. Despite winning the Nedbank Cup, reports suggest Nabi may be released at the end of the season due to inconsistency in league performance. 'It has been a bit of a difficult season, so that's our main goal now — to make sure we finish in the Top 8,' Dove added. 'We are working hard to make sure we achieve that. It won't be easy, as there are no easy games, but we are ready to fight for it.' Sekhukhune will be formidable opponents, as they also desperately need points to secure third place and qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup. Babina Noko currently occupy the spot, one point ahead of Stellenbosch, who host SuperSport United at Danie Craven Stadium in a simultaneous kick-off. We're buzzing with pride! A huge congrats to the Betway Premiership Coach for April - our very own Eric Tinkler. Let's continue to rally behind our mentor and his charges. 🦔🦔🦔#Adibahlabe #BetwayPremierLeague — Sekhukhune United F.C. (@SekhukhuneFc) May 14, 2025 Sekhukhune have been in impressive form under coach Eric Tinkler, who has rejuvenated the side since taking over. Tinkler and striker Keletso Makgalwa were recognised in the DStv Premiership monthly awards for April, winning Coach and Player of the Month respectively. Chiefs' attacker Makabi Lilepo won the Goal of the Month award. 'There are no easy games in this league. We know the threat they can pose, but the most important thing is to focus on ourselves and fix any wrongs,' said Dove on facing Sekhukhune. 'We have to make sure that we are ready on Saturday to go toe-to-toe with Sekhukhune. We need the points, and I am 100% sure the gents understand what's at stake.'
