Bobby Motaung's biography: All we know about the Kaizer Chiefs manager and his personal life
Bobby Motaung is best known for his role as the manager of his father's football club, Kaizer Chiefs. His outspoken nature and social life have made him famous among South African football lovers, with many keen to know more about his life and personality.
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Popularly called Bobsteak in football circles, Bobby is one of the sons of Kaizer Motaung, the founder and chairman of the Kaizer Chiefs football club. The following paragraphs discuss his life, career, and roles in his father's football business.
Bobby Motaung's profile summary
| Full name | Bobby Motaung |
| Nickname | Bobsteak |
| Date of birth | July 10, 1970 |
| Age | 54 years old (as of 2024) |
| Gender | Male |
| Place of birth | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Nationality | South-African |
| Ethnicity | Black |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Parents | Kaizer (father) and Valeta (mother) |
| Siblings | 4 |
| Marital status | Divorced |
| Children | 3 |
| Profession | Football Manager |
| Net worth | $10 million |
Bobby Motaung's biography
Bobby was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, to a football-loving family. His parents are Kaizer and Valeta Motaung. His father, Kaizer Motaung, was a footballer before he started his football club upon retirement.
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Bobby Motaung's mother, Valeta, is a staunch Christian who once served as the chair lady of the Methodist church in their locality. In 2022, Bobby celebrated his mother's 76th birthday by giving back to the elderly people in Soweto through his foundation, Bobby Motaung Foundation.
In an interview during the occasion, the football manager said,
Today is all about repaying the kindness, love, protection, and truthfulness I got from my neighborhood as a child.
I chose the Methodist church where I was baptized. My mother is also a member there, she was a chairlady of the church at one point, serving and praying for people who are ill along with other mothers. We have been using the church and they serviced my family ever since I was born. So, we are serving the three churches.
How old is Bobby Motaung?
Bobby Motaung's age is 54 years as of 2024. He was born on July 10, 1970.
Bobby Motaung's siblings
Bobsteak, as he is popularly called, has four siblings. He has two sisters, Jessica and Kemiso. Jessica Motaung is a model and currently serves as the communication and marketing manager of Kaizer Chiefs. His brothers are Thabo (who passed away in 2012) and Kaizer Junior, a former footballer.
Who is the birth father of Bobby Motaung?
Bobby is one of the five children of the founder and chairman of Kaizer Chiefs football club, Kaizer Motaung. His dad is also reputed to be one of the founding fathers of the South African Premier League, alongside Irvin Khoza, the chairman of Orlando Pirates.
Kaizer Motaung's relationship with his kids is solid. He has always supported and mentored them to become role models and pursue their dreams.
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Kaizer founded the Kaizer Chiefs in January 1970, six months before the birth of Bobby. With Bobsteak as the club’s manager, it has grown to become one of the biggest football clubs in the country with numerous support from South Africans.
Who is Bobby Motaung's wife?
He is married to Eshler for about 20 years. Bobby's wife has kept a low profile and prefers a private life.
How many children does Bobby Motaung have?
The Kaizer Chiefs' football manager has three children with his wife: Nthabiseng, Moagi, and Lehlohonolo.
Bobby Motaung's divorce
According to the Sunday World, Bobsteak filed for a divorce from his wife in September 2024, stating they had irreconcilable differences. Although the football manager has not made any public statements about the divorce, the case is reportedly still in the Johannesburg High Court.
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Bobby Motaung's net worth
Bobsteak's net worth is estimated at R70 million (about $3.7 million). However, some sources have argued that it could be more. He has a house in South Africa.
Bobby Motaung's cars
He has a collection of cars, including a Bentley Continental GT, which he acquired through a bank deal with Websbank for over R4 million (about $211,000). This luxury car has, however, put him in the media and a court of law for the wrong reasons.
According to a Citizen report in 2017, Bobsteak risked losing the car for failing to comply with the agreement in the car’s acquisition.
Who is rich between Irvin Khoza and Kaizer Motaung?
The two businessmen are among the wealthiest club owners in South Africa. Kaizer is the founder and chairman of Kaizer Chiefs, while Irvin Khoza is the chairman of Orlando Pirates.
Kaizer Motaung's net worth has been estimated at R744 million (about $60 million), while Irvin is worth around R647 million (about $35 million).
Bobby Motaung has been in the media for good and bad reasons. He is thriving as a football manager of one of the most successful clubs in South Africa. Bobby has followed in his father's footsteps and earned millions throughout his career.
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