Kaizer Chiefs Transfer News: Bafana international unveiled!

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Kaizer Chiefs Transfer News: Bafana international unveiled!
Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Motaung Jr.

Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs have unveiled South Africa international winger Elias Mokwana.

The versatile attacker has been on the Amakhosi’s radar for some time now, owing to his quality and impact in the final third. He has initially left Sekhukhune United for Esperance where he played for a season before being loaned out to Saudi Arabian outfit Al Hazem.

The Glamour Boys have now snapped him up on a free after being released by the Tunisian side.

What Chiefs said

“Kaizer Chiefs have signed Bafana Bafana international Elias Mokwana. The talented winger joins the Club after gaining valuable experience in North Africa and the Middle East,” the club confirmed.

“The 27-year-old, who hails from KwaMhlanga in Mpumalanga, returns to South African football after spending the past two seasons abroad following his move from Sekhukhune United to Tunisian giants, Espérance Sportive de Tunis, in 2024.

Kaizer Chiefs are on alert after Elias Mokwana's Wydad move fell through.
Elias Mokwana celebrates a goal for Esperance. Image: Esperance

“Mokwana arrives at Naturena with an impressive résumé, having enjoyed success with during the 2024/25 campaign, helping the Tunisian powerhouse secure the domestic League and Cup double by contributing three goals and two assists in 25 appearances across all competitions. He also lifted the Tunisian Super Cup in 2024, scoring in the final against Stade Tunisien,” they added.

What is Mokwana bringing?

“Before moving abroad, Mokwana established himself as one of the standout wide players in the Betway Premiership during his time with Sekhukhune United. Over two seasons he made 65 appearances in all competitions, scoring six goals and providing seven assists.

Elias Mokwana
Elias Mokwana of Kaizer Chiefs, Image – Kaizer Chiefs

“Mokwana made his senior Bafana Bafana debut against Andorra in March 2024 and has gone on to earn 11 caps for the national team. He was also part of South Africa’s squad at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, making two appearances during the continental tournament.

“A dynamic winger blessed with pace, directness and attacking creativity, Mokwana adds quality, experience and international pedigree to Chiefs’ attacking options as the Club continues to strengthen its squad,” Chiefs concluded.

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