Official: Komphela Joins Soweto Giants

Steve Komphela has left Mamelodi Sundowns to become head coach of Swallows FC.

Komphela, 56, joined Masandawana from Golden Arrows in October 2022 and had since been part of the technical team.

He was working as First Team Coach following the latest shake-up that saw Rulani Mokwena appointed as head coach, but now opted to join the Dube Birds, where Musa Nyatama together with Ditheko Mototo will work as his assistants.

“Swallows FC is thrilled to announce the appointment of Coach Steve Komphela as the Head Coach of Swallows FC. He will be assisted by Musa Nyatama together with Ditheko Mototo,” Swallows stated.

“We want to take Swallows FC to the next level and we are very excited to have attracted the services of Coach Komphela.

“We appreciate the professional manner in which Mamelodi Sundowns FC managed these negotiations, Coach Musa Nyatama remains a special pillar of our team and his willingness to learn and work closer with an experienced Coach like Steve Khompela is highly appreciated.

“The two Coaches met last night to celebrate Coach Komphela’s birthday and they were both excited to work together and take Swallows FC to higher levels.

“The Coach will be formally introduced to the Swallows FC family on Tuesday, 4th July 2023.”

Komphela’s coaching career started with Manning Rangers in 2022. He’s also coached Dynamos, Maritzburg United, Free State Stars, Platinum Stars, Kaizer Chiefs and Bloemfontein Celtic at club level.