AmaZulu FC players' salaries in rands: Who is the highest-paid player?
AmaZulu FC players' salaries reflect the financial demands of competing at the highest level of South African football. The club has a mix of emerging talents and experienced players, with Taariq Fielies and Riaan Hanamub among the reported top earners at the club, taking home around R150,000 and R140,000 respectively.
Source: UGC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- AmaZulu FC players' salaries
- 23. Onke Ncama - R24,000
- 22. Liam Bern - R24,000
- 21. Bayanda Thabede - R25,000
- 20. Asanda Mzobe - R27,000
- 19. Minenhle Ngcobo - R28,000
- 18. Athini Maqokolo - R30,000
- 17. Nkosikhona Radebe - R33,000
- 16. Siyanda Hlangabeza - R35,000
- 15. Luyolo Slatsha - R35,000
- 14. Langelihle Mhlongo - R40,000
- 13. Andiswa Sithole - R45,000
- 12. Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya - R60,000
- 11. Olwethu Mzimela - R65,000
- 10. Darren Johnson - R70,000
- 9. Sphamandla Zikhali - R77,000
- 8. Tebogo Mashigo - R80,000
- 7. Mlondi Mbanjwa - R90,000
- 6. Ryan Moon - R100,000
- 5. Hendrick Ekstein - R115,000
- 4. Sandile Mthethwa - R120,000
- 3. Keegan Allan - R135,000
- 2. Riaan Hanamub — R140,000
- 1. Taariq Fielies - R150,000
- The AmaZulu FC financials
- Premier Soccer League salaries
- AmaZulu FC player statistics
- The AmaZulu FC's latest signings
Key takeaways
- AmaZulu FC players' salaries vary depending on experience, position and contract terms.
- The club has a mix of established players and emerging talent.
- Reported salary figures may differ from the actual amounts paid by the club.
- The highest-paid player earns more than most of his teammates.
- Salary information for South African footballers is often based on media reports rather than official club disclosures.
AmaZulu FC players' salaries
AmaZulu FC's squad salaries vary based on factors such as experience, position and contract terms. The club’s wage structure has attracted interest among football fans looking to understand how much its players earn.
Here is a look at the reported AmaZulu FC players' salaries in rands for 2026, along with the club's highest earners. These figures are not official but are based on online estimates since the club has not officially disclosed their salary structure.
Rank | Player | Position | Salary in Rands |
23 | Onke Ncama | Defender | R24,000 |
22 | Liam Bern | Defender | R24,000 |
21 | Bayande Thabede | Forward | R25,000 |
20 | Asande Mzobe | Midfielder | R27,000 |
19 | Minenhle Ngcobo | Defender | R28,000 |
18 | Athini Maqokolo | Midfielder | R30,000 |
17 | Nkosikhona Radebe | Defender | R33,000 |
16 | Siyanda Hlangabeza | Midfielder | R35,000 |
15 | Luyolo Slatsha | Midfielder | R35,000 |
14 | Langelihle Mhlongo | Midfielder | R40,000 |
13 | Andiswa Sithole | Midfielder | R45,000 |
12 | Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya | Midfielder | R60,000 |
11 | Olwethu Mzimela | Goal keeper | R65,000 |
10 | Darren Johnson | Goal keeper | R70,000 |
9 | Sphamandla Zikhali | Midfielder | R77,000 |
8 | Tebogo Mashigo | Midfielder | R80,000 |
7 | Mondli Mbanjwa | Defender | R90,000 |
6 | Ryan Moon | Forward | R100,000 |
5 | Hendrick Ekstein | Midfielder | R115,000 |
4 | Sandile Mthethwa | Defender | R120,000 |
3 | Keegan Allan | Defender | R135,000 |
2 | Riaan Hanamub | Defender | R140,000 |
1 | Taariq Fielies | Defender | R150,000 |
23. Onke Ncama - R24,000
- Full name: Onke Ncama
- Date of birth: 18 January 2004
- Age: 22 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Defender
Onke Ncama is an AmaZulu-developed defender who progressed through the club's youth system. He was named Defender of the Tournament at the 2023 Engen Knockout Challenge in Durban before moving into the reserve setup and featuring in the DStv Diski Challenge. His performances eventually earned him promotion to AmaZulu's senior squad.
22. Liam Bern - R24,000
- Full name: Liam Bern
- Date of birth: 6 March 2003
- Age: 23 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Cape Town, South Africa
- Position: Defender
Liam Bern is one of AmaZulu FC's latest signings, having joined the club after his time with Cape Town Spurs. He made his senior breakthrough with Cape Town Spurs in 2021 and gained experience in both the second tier and the Premiership. Bern also had a trial with Belgian side KV Mechelen before joining AmaZulu as a free agent in 2025.
21. Bayanda Thabede - R25,000
- Full name: Bayanda Thabede
- Date of birth: 5 January 2009
- Age: 17 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Forward
Bayanda Thabede is one of the youngest players on the AmaZulu roster. He was promoted to the first team during the 2024/25 season after impressing in the DStv Diski Challenge. Thabede made his senior Premiership debut against Stellenbosch FC in April 2025, marking an important step in his developing career.
20. Asanda Mzobe - R27,000
- Full name: Asanda Mzobe
- Date of birth: 16 August 2004
- Age: 22 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Asanda Mzobe is an AmaZulu academy product who also spent part of his development at the Augusto Palacios Apprentice Academy. A two-footed player, Mzobe became an influential figure in AmaZulu's DStv Diski Challenge side before earning promotion to the senior team. He is regarded as one of the younger players progressing through the club's development pathway.
19. Minenhle Ngcobo - R28,000
- Full name: Minenhle Ngcobo
- Date of birth: 27 July 2005
- Age: 21 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Defender
Minenhle Ngcobo developed through AmaZulu's youth system before making his mark in the DStv Diski Challenge. Although the supplied table classifies him simply as a defender, the club identifies him as a left-back. He was elevated to the first team ahead of the 2025/26 season as another product of AmaZulu's academy system.
18. Athini Maqokolo - R30,000
- Full name: Athini Maqokolo
- Date of birth: 21 August 2004
- Age: 22 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Flagstaff, South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Athini Maqokolo began his professional career with JDR Stars in the National First Division during the 2023/24 season. He subsequently spent time on loan with FC Ravens in the ABC Motsepe League in the Eastern Cape before joining AmaZulu in September 2025. The club currently lists him among its attacking players.
17. Nkosikhona Radebe - R33,000
- Full name: Nkosikhona Radebe
- Date of birth: 11 February 2001
- Age: 25 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Position: Defender
Nkosikhona Radebe is a right-back who developed through the KZN Football Academy and Lamontville Golden Arrows system. He was selected for the South Africa under-20 setup before gaining experience with TS Galaxy and Golden Arrows. Radebe joined AmaZulu in 2025 and quickly became an important part of the team's defence, making 28 Premiership appearances during the 2025/26 season.
16. Siyanda Hlangabeza - R35,000
- Full name: Siyanda Hlangabeza
- Date of birth: 14 September 2002
- Age: 24 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Siyanda Hlangabeza was nurtured at the Lamontville Golden Arrows academy before joining AmaZulu's development structure. He was promoted to the senior team ahead of the 2023/24 campaign and later spent six months on loan at Durban City. Hlangabeza returned to AmaZulu in June 2025 and has continued developing as a central midfielder.
15. Luyolo Slatsha - R35,000
- Full name: Luyolo Slatsha
- Date of birth: 2 July 2002
- Age: 24 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Qonce, South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Luyolo Slatsha is a central midfielder who joined AmaZulu from Cape Town City during the January transfer window. The Qonce-born player previously developed his professional career at Cape Town City before making the move to Usuthu. His arrival gave AmaZulu another young midfield option as the club strengthened its squad.
14. Langelihle Mhlongo - R40,000
- Full name: Langelihle Mhlongo
- Date of birth: 7 January 2001
- Age: 25 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Langelihle Mhlongo developed his football skills with local amateur sides Magic Future Stars and Ethekwini Coastal. He earned his first professional contract in 2021 before joining Richards Bay, where he played from the 2021/22 campaign. Mhlongo later became part of the AmaZulu midfield and has continued to feature in the Premiership.
13. Andiswa Sithole - R45,000
- Full name: Andiswa Sithole
- Date of birth: 29 September 2002
- Age: 23 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Andiswa Sithole began his development at the Maritzburg City Youth Development Academy before joining Maritzburg United. He featured in the DStv Diski Challenge and was promoted to Maritzburg United's first team during the 2023/24 season. Sithole subsequently became an AmaZulu player and has contributed both goals and assists in the Premiership.
12. Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya - R60,000
- Full name: Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya
- Date of birth: 19 December 2002
- Age: 23 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Zimbabwe
- Position: Midfielder
Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya is a Zimbabwean forward who began his career with FC Platinum. He established himself as a promising striker in Zimbabwe before attracting attention through his performances, including at the 2025 COSAFA Cup in Bloemfontein. His international performances helped earn him a move to AmaZulu.
11. Olwethu Mzimela - R65,000
- Full name: Olwethu Thabiso Mzimela
- Date of birth: 18 April 2001
- Age: 25 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Lamontville, South Africa
- Position: Goalkeeper
Olwethu Mzimela developed through the Golden Arrows and AmaZulu youth systems before breaking into the senior setup. He impressed in the DStv Diski Challenge and was promoted to AmaZulu's first team in 2019. Mzimela has also represented South Africa at under-20 and under-23 level and was part of the country's squad at the 2019 COSAFA Under-20 Championship.
10. Darren Johnson - R70,000
- Full name: Darren Johnson
- Date of birth: 22 May 1997
- Age: 29 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Goalkeeper
Darren Johnson is a goalkeeper who came through the Ajax Cape Town academy. He began his senior career with the club in 2016 and subsequently gained experience with the University of Pretoria and Chippa United. His performances for Chippa helped him earn a move to AmaZulu ahead of the 2025/26 season.
9. Sphamandla Zikhali - R77,000
- Full name: Sphamandla Zikhali
- Date of birth: Not publicly confirmed
- Age: Around 20 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Mtubatuba, KwaZulu-Natal
- Position: Midfielder
Sphamandla Zikhali has emerged as one of AmaZulu's promising young midfielders. He hails from Mtubatuba in northern KwaZulu-Natal and attracted significant attention during the 2025/26 campaign. Coach Arthur Zwane has highlighted Zikhali's development as an example of the talent that can emerge from local KZN communities.
8. Tebogo Mashigo - R80,000
- Full name: Tebogo Mashigo
- Date of birth: 1 December 2002
- Age: 23 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Tebogo Mashigo is an AmaZulu academy graduate who earned promotion to the senior team during the 2021/22 season after impressing for the reserve side. He had been the reserve team's leading scorer and quickly made an impact after reaching the first team. Mashigo scored on his MTN8 debut and has continued his development with AmaZulu.
7. Mlondi Mbanjwa - R90,000
- Full name: Mlondi Mbanjwa
- Date of birth: 21 July 1998
- Age: 28 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Mariannhill, South Africa
- Position: Defender
Mlondi Mbanjwa began his professional career with Free State Stars before spells at Polokwane City and Uthongathi. AmaZulu signed him from Uthongathi at the end of the 2022/23 season. His performances eventually earned him a call-up to the South African national team, and he made his Bafana Bafana debut against Andorra in 2024.
6. Ryan Moon - R100,000
- Full name: Ryan Moon
- Date of birth: 15 September 1996
- Age: 29 as of 2026
- Place of birth: South Africa
- Position: Forward
Ryan Moon is one of the more experienced players on the list. He started his professional career with Maritzburg United in 2016 before moving to Kaizer Chiefs. The striker later played for Stellenbosch FC and Swedish club Varberg, while also earning international recognition with Bafana Bafana. He subsequently joined AmaZulu as an experienced attacking option.
5. Hendrick Ekstein - R115,000
- Full name: Hendrick Ekstein
- Date of birth: 1 January 1991
- Age: 35 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Bekkersdal, South Africa
- Position: Midfielder
Hendrick Ekstein is one of the most experienced players in the AmaZulu squad. He was developed in the Kaizer Chiefs academy and was promoted to the senior team in 2014, spending several seasons with Amakhosi. Ekstein later moved abroad, playing for Azerbaijani clubs Sabah FC and Sabail, before returning to South Africa with AmaZulu. He has also represented Bafana Bafana.
4. Sandile Mthethwa - R120,000
- Full name: Sandile Mthethwa
- Date of birth: 14 April 1997
- Age: 29 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Ngwelezane, KwaZulu-Natal
- Position: Defender
Sandile Mthethwa is a centre-back who began his development with Shooting Stars before moving through Flamengo FC and the KZN Football Academy. He later joined Orlando Pirates and gained valuable first-team experience through loan spells with Richards Bay and Chippa United. Mthethwa also represented South Africa at under-20 and senior level before joining AmaZulu in 2024.
3. Keegan Allan - R135,000
- Full name: Keegan Shannon Saxin Allan
- Date of birth: 2 April 2001
- Age: 25 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Roodepoort, South Africa
- Position: Defender
Keegan Allan came through the Mamelodi Sundowns academy before beginning his senior career with the University of Pretoria. He subsequently played for Moroka Swallows, SuperSport United and Richards Bay before joining AmaZulu. Allan has also represented South Africa and was part of the national setup after making his international debut in 2023.
2. Riaan Hanamub — R140,000
Source: Getty Images
- Full name: Nelvin Riaan Hanamub
- Date of birth: 8 February 1995
- Age: 31 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Otavi, Namibia
- Position: Defender
Riaan Hanamub remains an experienced defender on the AmaZulu FC roster. He started his career with Touch and Go Otavi and Orlando Pirates in Namibia before moving to South Africa in 2018 to join Jomo Cosmos. After two seasons there, he played for Chippa United before signing for AmaZulu in 2022. Hanamub has also established himself as a regular member of the Namibia national team.
1. Taariq Fielies - R150,000
- Full name: Taariq Fielies
- Date of birth: 21 June 1992
- Age: 34 as of 2026
- Place of birth: Cape Town, South Africa
- Position: Defender
Taariq Fielies is among the top earners at AmaZulu FC, according to the reported salary figures. The experienced defender began his youth career with Salt River FC and Rygersdal before joining the Ajax Cape Town academy.
He later played for Milano United and became an important player for Cape Town City, making more than 160 league appearances before joining AmaZulu in 2023. Fielies can operate as both a centre-back and defensive midfielder and has also represented South Africa internationally.
The AmaZulu FC financials
AmaZulu FC squad salaries differ considerably between established senior players and younger members of the squad. Players with greater experience, international appearances or stronger market demand may negotiate more lucrative contracts, while younger players may earn less as they establish themselves in the first team.
Transfermarkt's current data lists AmaZulu's squad at an average age of 26.3 years and a total market value of €11.08 million.
Premier Soccer League salaries
South African soccer players' salaries vary depending on club, experience, and contribution to the team. There are high-earning marquee stars at top clubs and the lower-tier players fighting for survival in the development leagues.
The broader picture of Premier Soccer League salaries is therefore difficult to establish from market values alone. For example, Keegan Allan is listed at €1.20 million in market value, while several other AmaZulu players have values below €1 million. This ranking indicates their estimated transfer worth, not their monthly or annual earnings.
AmaZulu FC player statistics
The 2026-27 Betway Premiership campaign is underway as the club continues to battle for the title. The 2025-26 season saw the club finish fourth in the league table with 47 points in 30 matches. They trailed champions Orlando Pirates by 22 points.
AmaZulu FC's highest scorer was Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya with six goals in 16 matches, followed by Hendrick Ekstein and Athini Maqokola, each with five goals in 27 and 25 matches respectively. Nkosikhona Radebe, Hendrick Ekstein, Athini Maqokola, and Tebogo Mashigo led the assists chart, each with three for the league season.
The AmaZulu FC's latest signings
The AmaZulu FC players list combines experienced players with younger talents competing for regular first-team roles. The club brought in a wave of new signings ahead of the 2026-27 season. They are:
- Omega Mdaka (23), Defender
- Khomotjo Lekoloane (28), Midfielder
- Mcedi Vandala (29), Midfielder
- Keenan Phillips (26), Defender
- Gape Morale (26), Midfielder
- Faveur Kouassi (24), Goalkeeper
- Moses Shumah (23), Striker
The reported AmaZulu FC players' salaries show how earnings can differ significantly based on experience, role and contract terms. While salary figures are not always officially disclosed, available reports indicate the club's wage structure. The highest-paid player stands out among the squad based on these reported figures.
As published on Briefly.co.za, discovering the best schools in Khayelitsha in 2023 is an exciting journey filled with endless possibilities for students seeking an exceptional education.
Despite the limited number of institutions in this Western Cape community, the best in the region boast impressive exam results, such as the National Senior Certificate (NSC). So, what are some of the best schools to consider?
Source: Briefly News
Favour Adeaga (Lifestyle writer) Dr. Favour Adeaga is an author, speaker, and coach. He graduated with a degree in Mass Communication from The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Nigeria. He did his internship at The Nation Newspaper and taught diploma students in Newspaper and Magazine courses at the Nasarawa State University, Keffi. He has curated the facts and life hacks category since 2018. Dr Favour is the author of several books available on Amazon. He currently lives in Nigeria. Email: favouradeaga@gmail.com
Kevin Omuya (Lifestyle writer) Kevin Omuya is a professional content writer with over three years of experience. At Legit.ng, he has contributed to extensive research on various topics such as celebrity news, fashion, and biographies. He has also worked as an editor and content creator at SportsCulture and CottageMed. In 2019, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Digital Media from KCA University. You can reach him through his email: komuya89@gmail.com
