Papi Khomane nicknamed “The Black Mamba” for his exceptional defensive skills, was a South African
professional footballer who played as a defender from 1993 to 2010, best known for playing for several
clubs, including Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, and Mamelodi Sundowns. He also captained The Orlando
Pirates. Khomane’s achievements on the field are numerous and impressive. He won several league
titles, including three Premier Division titles with Kaizer Chiefs and one with Orlando Pirates.... morePapi Khomane nicknamed “The Black Mamba” for his exceptional defensive skills, was a South African
professional footballer who played as a defender from 1993 to 2010, best known for playing for several
clubs, including Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, and Mamelodi Sundowns. He also captained The Orlando
Pirates. Khomane’s achievements on the field are numerous and impressive. He won several league
titles, including three Premier Division titles with Kaizer Chiefs and one with Orlando Pirates. He also
won the CAF Confederation Cup with Mamelodi Sundowns in 2008. Additionally, Khomane was named
the PSL Defender of the Season in 2003/04 and was selected to the PSL Team of the Season on several
occasions. Khomane’s international career was equally impressive. He represented South Africa at the
2002 FIFA World Cup and the 2004 African Cup of Nations. He also played in several international
friendlies and was a member of the South African national team for over a decade. Off the field,
Khomane was known for his humility, kindness, and generosity. He was involved in several charitable
initiatives, including the Papi Khomane Foundation, which aimed to develop young football talent in
South Africa. Khomane was also a devoted husband and father.
