Senzo Robert Meyiwa, famously known as Senzo Meyiwa, was a prominent South African footballer who played as a goalkeeper and captain for both Orlando Pirates in the Premier Soccer League and the South Africa national team.
Tragically, on October 26, 2014, Meyiwa was shot and killed during a home invasion.
Profile
- Full Name: Senzo Robert Meyiwa
- Stage Name: Senzo Meyiwa
- Born: January 24, 1984.
- Age: 30 years old
- Death date:24 September 1987.
- Birthplace: Durban, South Africa.
- Nationality: South Africa.
- Occupation: Professional Goalkeeper
- Height: 1.75m
- Parent: Samuel Meyiwa and Nombifuthi Meyiwa.
- Siblings: Sifiso Meyiwa, Siyabonga Meyiwa, Nokuthula Meyiwa, and Nhlanhla Meyiwa.
- Spouse: Mandisa Mkhize (m. 2013-2014) Kelly Khumalo.
- Children: Nana and Thingo.
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $1,500,000.
Early Life And Education
Senzo Robert Meyiwa was a South African soccer player born in Durban, South Africa, on January 24, 1984.
He was raised by his parents, Samuel Meyiwa and Nombifuthi Meyiwa, and had four siblings: Sifiso Meyiwa, Siyabonga Meyiwa, Nokuthula Meyiwa, and Nhlanhla Meyiwa.
However, details about his educational background have yet to be widely known to the media.
Career
Senzo Meyiwa played professional soccer with Orlando Pirates in the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL).
He rose through the club’s youth academy and made his professional debut for the club in 2005.
Meyiwa became the first-choice goalkeeper for the South African national team, Bafana Bafana, in 2013.
He also served as the captain of the national team. Meyiwa played a crucial role in the Orlando Pirates’ run to the CAF Champions League final in 2013, where the club finished as runners-up.
Meyiwa demonstrated his skills and leadership qualities throughout his professional career, firmly establishing himself as a key player for both Orlando Pirates and the South African national team.
His contributions helped his clubs achieve success at the domestic and continental levels.
Tragically, his burgeoning career was cut short in 2014 when he was fatally shot, an incident that sent shockwaves throughout the nation.
Awards and Nominations
Meyiwa’s club career was also decorated with several trophies. He was part of the Orlando Pirates team that won the following:
- Premier Soccer League: 2010–11, 2011–12
- Nedbank Cup: 2010–11, 2013–14
- MTN 8: 2010, 2011
- Telkom Knockout: 2011
- CAF Champions League runner-up: 2013
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @senzomeyiwa.
Personal Life
Senzo Meyiwa was a South African soccer player. In 2013, he married Mandisa Mkhize, but they divorced in 2014.
At his death, he was publicly involved in a relationship with singer Kelly Khumalo. Senzo had children with both Mandisa Mkhize and Kelly Khumalo. The names of these children are Nana and Thingo.
Net Worth
At the time of his tragic death in 2014, Senzo Meyiwa’s net worth was estimated to be around R 28,430,475 (approximately $1,500,000).
As a talented goalkeeper for the Orlando Pirates and the South African national team, Meyiwa had amassed a substantial fortune through his successful football career.
