Khama Billiat: Ex Mamelodi Sundowns Star Responds to Rumours Over R800k Kaizer Chiefs Pay Cheque

• Khama Billiant has broken his silence on rumours claiming he earned over R800,000 as a monthly salary during his time at Kaizer Chiefs
• The Zimbabwean international moved to Naturena in 2018 after spending five successful seasons with Mamelodi Sundowns
• The former Mamelodi Sundowns star is said to be the highest-paid player in the Premier Soccer League as at the time with Amakhosi

Former Kaizer Chiefs attacker Khama Billiat has opened up about the much-discussed details surrounding his earnings during his time at Naturena.

Billiat arrived at Chiefs in 2018 following an impressive five-year spell with Mamelodi Sundowns, putting pen to paper on an initial three-year deal. He ultimately remained with the Soweto club for five seasons before departing in 2023

At the time, the Zimbabwean international was widely believed to be the highest-paid player in the PSL, with reports suggesting a monthly wage exceeding R800,000, although the exact figure was never officially confirmed.

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Billiat opens up on salary at Kaizer Chiefs

Speaking on Off the Pitch Chat, Billiat was directly questioned about his salary at Kaizer Chiefs and responded cautiously but positively.

When asked about his earnings at the club, he said: “They looked after me very well, and I’m grateful to Kaizer Chiefs for everything they did for me. I don’t know what others were earning, but I was well compensated, and I truly appreciate that.”

The former Ajax Cape Town forward also hinted that he was among the top earners at the club, without confirming any specific amount or addressing the rumours directly.

“A few of us were paid quite well. I think Kaizer Chiefs generally pays its players properly, and I was among the better-paid players there compared to many other clubs,” he added.

Here's what fans are saying on social media about Billiat's comment on his earnings during his time with Kaizer Chiefs.

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Spha Lush shared:

"I've never heard a former Kaizer Chiefs player complain about a salary, it's always the Khoza family that has problems in that department😅. To be fair to Billiat, no team in the world can win trophies on the back of one player. Even Messi at Barcelona was surrounded by good-quality players."

MoAfrika said:

"Greed killed his career. When Kaizer Chiefs offered to cut his salary in half to R400k or so, he should’ve taken the deal. But instead, he chose to go play for a penny in Zimbabwe."

Ishmael Danda mentioned:

"When Khama arrived at Kaizer Chiefs, he was still very good, but unfortunately Chiefs didn't have good enough players to win trophies. Injuries, of course, affected his ending, but there was a lack of quality to complement him when he arrived."

Stephen Ealo added:

"That's why he never outshone at Naturena, he was already tired from many injuries, he was a shadow of his former self, so buying new talent in management is better than rejects."

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Billiat struggles at Kaizer Chiefs

Despite the expectations that came with his big-money move from Sundowns—where he enjoyed a highly successful stint—Billiat struggled to consistently deliver at Chiefs. He scored 24 goals and provided 29 assists in 126 appearances, with injuries also disrupting his rhythm during a trophyless period for the club.

Before joining Chiefs, he had built a strong reputation at Sundowns, scoring 50 goals and registering 43 assists in 146 matches, helping the club win three league titles and the 2016 CAF Champions League.

After leaving South African football, Billiat returned to Zimbabwe, featuring for Yadah Stars in the 2024–25 season before later signing for Scottland FC.

Kaizer Chiefs make a major announcement

Briefly News also reported that Kaizer Chiefs unveiled a new milestone in the club's history on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The Soweto giants joined the likes of Betway Premiership sides Mamelodi Sundowns, TS Galaxy and Stellenbosch FC to have such an incredible feat.

Source: Briefly News