Kaizer Chiefs have officially announced that they will not be renewing the contract of striker Ranga Chivaviro, marking the end of his two-year stint with the club. The 32-year-old forward’s contract was set to expire on June 30, but the club’s management has decided to let him leave earlier, signaling a clear intention to move in a different direction ahead of the new season.
Chivaviro becomes the third player to depart the Glamour Boys during this off-season, following in the footsteps of Sabelo Radebe and Njabulo Blom. Blom had rejoined Chiefs on a season-long loan from US-based side St. Louis City SC at the start of the campaign, but has now exited the club. Meanwhile, Radebe was loaned out to Richards Bay FC, a move aimed at giving him the regular playing time he needed to develop his skills further.
During his time at Kaizer Chiefs, Chivaviro had mixed fortunes but remained a useful option in attack. Since arriving from Marumo Gallants, he played a total of 45 official matches for the Soweto giants, scoring nine goals in all competitions. Last season alone, Chivaviro managed to find the back of the net three times in 18 competitive games. Although not prolific, his contributions added depth to the Chiefs’ frontline, and he was often praised for his work rate and commitment on the pitch.
The club’s decision to part ways with Chivaviro seems to be part of a broader strategy to refresh the squad and bring in new attacking options to address some of the shortcomings experienced in recent seasons. Chiefs have struggled at times to consistently produce goals, a factor that has prompted the management and coaching staff to look for reinforcements during the upcoming transfer window.
As the club prepares for the new season, fans can expect more changes to the squad, especially in the attacking department, where Chiefs are eager to find clinical finishers who can make a bigger impact. While Chivaviro’s departure closes a chapter, it also opens the door for fresh talent to step up and help the club regain its competitive edge both locally and continentally.
In summary, Ranga Chivaviro’s exit is part of a wider reshuffle at Kaizer Chiefs aimed at strengthening the squad and improving the team’s attacking threat going forward. His two-year spell with the club featured moments of promise, but ultimately, the club is looking to evolve and set higher standards as they target success in the seasons ahead.
