Kaizer Chiefs paid tribute to one of their fallen sons Siphiw Mkhonza, who passed away on Tuesday morning.
Mkhonza’s family ‘confirmed’ that the former Chiefs legend turned analyst was suffering from a kidney infection.
The 44-year-old was admitted at Charlotte Maxeke a month ago and was released after showing signs of recovery, iDiski Times reported.
Unfortunately, he succumbed to his illness after being discharged from the hospital.
Chiefs pay tribute to former player Mkhonza
“Kaizer Chiefs are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Siphiwe Mkhonza,” the club said in a statement
“Dr. Mnandi” served the club with distinction. As one of us, the entire Kaizer Chiefs family mourns with his loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
“We wish them strength and comfort. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” Chiefs said after Mkhonza’s passing.
Mkhonza began his professional career with Bloemfontein Celtic before moving to Ria Stars in the early 2000s.
He made a name for himself when he joined Kaizer Chiefs in 2004, winning several titles with the Soweto Giants.
The 44-year-old played for Amakhosi between 2004 and 2007 before joining SuperSport United and later AmaZulu.
RIP: Tributes pour in for ex-Chiefs defender Siphiwe Mkhonza
After hanging up his boots, the man known as ‘Dr Mnandi’, worked as a TV analyst for the SABC.
Thousands of local football fans took to social media on Tuesday to pay tribute to the former Bafana Bafana defender.
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