Meet Peter Shalulile: Namibia's captain and PSL star
Peter Shalulile is a dynamic striker making waves in African football today. Known for his lethal finishing, he is a top scorer in South Africa's Premier League. From Namibia's local leagues to international stardom, Shalulile's rise inspires many aspiring footballers.
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Key takeaways
- Peter Shalulile, 31 years old as of August 2025, was born on October 23, 1993, in Windhoek, Namibia.
- He dropped out of grade 10 to pursue football, a move that his mother was against.
- Peter plays striker for the South African Mamelodi Sundowns club.
- His market value is currently capped at R28.7 million (about €1.40 million).
Peter Shalulile's profile summary
| Full name | Peter Taanyanda Shalulile |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | 23 October 1993 |
| Age | 31 years old (as of August 2025) |
| Place of birth | Windhoek, Namibia |
| Current residence | Chloorkop, Pretoria, South Africa |
| Nationality | Namibian |
| Ethnicity | African |
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches |
| Weight | 68 kg (approx) |
| Parents | Menete and Jonas Shalulile |
| Siblings | Hilya Shalulile |
| Profession | Professional football player |
| Social media | InstagramFacebookX (Twitter) |
A look at Peter Shalulile's age and early life
Peter Shalulile, 31 years old (August 2025), was born on 23 October 1993, in Windhoek, Namibia, to Menete Shalulile and his father, Jonas, who was in the army. Peter often credits his sister Hilya Shalulile as one of his biggest supporters.
Peter developed a passion for football at a tender age and even dropped out of school in grade 10. However, his mother was against it. Recalling the experience, his mother stated,
He started playing football in the streets of Golgotha. In Grade 10, he decided to quit school to play football. I tried to force him back into school, but he refused.
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Exploring Peter Shalulile's career and transfer history
Peter Shalulile began his football career early when he joined Tura Magic FC, when the club was campaigning in the NFA Khomas second division. He later moved to South Africa in 2015 to join Highlands Park.
At Highlands Park, he helped the team gain promotion from the National First Division to the Premier Soccer League. He later joined Mamelodi Sundowns in 2020.
A look at some of Peter Shalulile's contracts
The Namibian national team captain has signed multiple contracts throughout his football career. One such contract is his with Mamelodi Sundowns at the end of the 2019-20 season.
However, by mid-2025, Sundowns triggered a one-year extension clause to keep him beyond June 30, 2025. However, Peter has been the subject of transfer rumours since Sundowns returned from the FIFA Club World Cup.
During an exclusive interview with Soccer Laduma, Roger Feutmba, a former Sundowns midfielder, said the club should maintain the striker. He said,
He is still a Sundowns player. You know he is the best striker not only in South Africa but in Africa as well, and he still has a lot to offer to the club and South African football. He has to stay and continue performing for the team.
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Peter Shalulile's stats
Peter officially joined Mamelodi Sundowns in September 2020, after completing a transfer from Highlands Park. Below is a breakdown of his career stats for the Premier Soccer League:
| Year | Matches | Goals | Assists | Y/Cards | R/Cards |
| 2025-26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024-25 | 24 | 6 | - | 1 | 0 |
| 2023-24 | 21 | 9 | - | 2 | 0 |
| 2022-23 | 21 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021-22 | 30 | 23 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020-21 | 25 | 15 | 6 | 4 | 0 |
Where is Peter Shalulile now?
Peter Shalulile plays striker for the Mamelodi Sundowns, a South African Premier League football club. As one of the best strikers in the South African top-flight division, he serves as the captain for the Namibian national team.
How much is Peter Shalulile earning at Sundowns?
Peter Shalulile's salary is estimated at R400,000 monthly. Transfermarkt estimates his value at €1.40 million (about R28.7 million). This value signifies his prominence in the South African football scene.
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Trivia
- Peter was part of the Namibia national team that won their first-ever COSAFA Cup title in 2015.
- Shalulile played a key role in helping Highlands Park get promoted to the PSL by scoring two crucial goals in the 2016 promotion playoff final against Mbombela.
- During the 2019-20 PSL season, he finished as the joint top goalscorer alongside Gabadinho Mhango.
- On 22 April 2023, in a CAF Champions League quarterfinal, he joined the elite group of players who scored 100+ goals in the PSL.
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Conclusion
Peter Shalulile continues to cement his legacy as a prolific football icon. His journey reflects passion, skill, and unwavering dedication to the beautiful game. Fans eagerly watch as Peter shapes the future of African football.
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