Orlando Pirates are firmly in the final stages of securing the signature of Sinoxolo Kwayiba, the dynamic midfielder who has set the Betway Premiership alight with his performances for Chippa United and earned recognition on the international stage with Bafana Bafana.
Kwayiba has emerged as one of the league’s most captivating talents this season. His impressive tally of seven goals and one assist in 22 appearances across all competitions for the Chilli Boys underscores his attacking prowess and influence in midfield.
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The 25-year-old’s consistently outstanding displays have been punctuated by numerous Man-of-the-Match awards, accolades that ultimately paved the way for his maiden call-up to Hugo Broos’ national squad.
He celebrated his Bafana Bafana debut in emphatic fashion, featuring in the commanding 5-0 victory over Congo Brazzaville at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
Sources close to iDiski Times have revealed that Orlando Pirates and Chippa United have reached a crucial club-to-club agreement regarding Kwayiba’s transfer.
While this signifies a significant step forward, discussions surrounding personal terms between the player and the Soweto giants are yet to commence.
Assuming these negotiations prove successful, Kwayiba is anticipated to don the black and white jersey of the Buccaneers as early as July 2025, bolstering their squad ahead of the highly anticipated 2025/26 season.
Chippa United head coach Thabo September has acknowledged the inevitability of losing his prized asset, recognizing Kwayiba’s readiness to embrace a new challenge at a bigger club after his impactful contributions to the Eastern Cape outfit.
Hailing from the Eastern Cape, Kwayiba offers valuable tactical flexibility, capable of operating effectively as a potent second striker or as a commanding central midfielder.
This versatility will undoubtedly be a significant asset for the Orlando Pirates technical team as they look to strengthen their squad for future campaigns.