Exclusive: Meyiwa Family to Launch Senzo Meyiwa Orlando Pirates Branch on 10th Anniversary of Death

• It has been 10 years since the death of legendary South African goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa
• The case of his murder is still far from being solved, but his family has chosen to focus on celebrating him
• Meyiwa’s brother Sifiso spoke to Briefly News about how they would be remembering the late Buccaneer

The 26th of October 2024 will mark 10 years since legendary goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa left the world. Meyiwa was shot and killed in a robbery at his girlfriend Kelly Khumalo’s house in Vosloorus.

A decade later, no arrests were made. However, his family chooses to celebrate instead of mourn.

Sfiso Meyiwa speaks exclusively to Briefly News

Senzo Meyiwa’s brother, Sifiso, told Briefly News that they would officially launch the Senzo Meyiwa Pirates branch in Ntuzuma Hall in Durban on Saturday, 26 October 2024. Hundreds of fans are expected to attend this momentous occasion, which will honour the legacy of the beloved keeper. The event will start at 10 a.m.

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Meyiwa started his long career with Orlando Pirates in 2005 as a reserve goalkeeper. In 2012 Meyiwa put his full talent on display and was picked for the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations by then Bafana Bafana coach Gordon Igesund.

Kelly Khumalo Again Linked to Senzo Meyiwa’s Murder Accused, South Africans Want Her to Be Arrested

In similar news, Briefly News reported that Kelly Khumalo has continued to be linked with the murder accused in the Senzo Meyiwa trial. Meyiwa was dating Khumalo at the time of his death and was at her house when he was shot.

The lead investigator, Brigadier Bongani Gininda, indicated that the same photos found on the cellphone of one of the suspects were also seen on Khumalo’s phone. These include see-through bags of cash.

South Africans continue to question why Khumalo hasn’t been arrested despite the evidence.

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Senzo Meyiwa’s widow, Mandisa, celebrates child’s 18th birthday

Meanwhile, Briefly News reported that one of Senzo Meyiwa’s daughters recently celebrated her birthday, and she officially became an adult.

Namhla’s day of celebration was bittersweet as it was so close to her father’s death anniversary. Mandisa celebrated her stepdaughter on her Instagram stories.

Source: Briefly News