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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Andile Jali Joins Elite 10% Black Farmers Today
From pitch to pasture, Andile Jali is making serious power moves off the field. The Chippa United midfielder is now embracing a new identity, that of a cattle farmer, and fans are loving it. A recent video of Jali hard at work on his Gqeberha-based farm has not only gone viral but also sparked conversations around black wealth, future planning, and life after football. From midfield maestro to modern farmer 🔵🔴 Jali's Passion For Farming Chippa United midfielder Andile Jali shares moments from his farming activities. — Football SA (@SAFootClassics) August 22, 2024 Andile Jali, the former Mamelodi Sundowns, Pirates, and Bafana Bafana star, is proving that life beyond football can be just as purposeful. While many know him for his strong presence on the field, the veteran midfielder is now making waves in a very different arena, agriculture. Andile Jali putting in work at his farm.🔥🔥 July 25, 2024 Recently, visuals of Jali tending to his cattle were shared on X (formerly Twitter) by @safootclassics, and MDN news showed the footballer in workwear, feeding cattle, and handling farm duties. Jali, currently signed to Chippa United, has never been one to over-share his personal life. But this latest venture gives fans a rare glimpse into his long-term plans, and they're impressed. 'He's thinking smart,' wrote one user. 'This is what generational wealth looks like,' said another. Black farmers in South Africa: a growing minority South African professional soccer player, Andile Jali. Picture: Instagram Jali's move into farming comes when black ownership in agriculture is still relatively low. According to the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development, black farmers make up only about 10% of commercial farmers in South Africa, a sobering statistic in a country where the majority is still striving for equitable land and economic ownership. However, that number is slowly growing as more black professionals, including athletes and entertainers, turn their eyes toward agribusiness and sustainability. Jali joins a rising number of public figures who are investing in agriculture as both a personal passion and a long-term financial strategy. Farming: more than just a side hustle Andile at Mamelodi Sundowns. Picture: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images Cattle farming is no small-time side gig. For someone like Jali, who is reportedly investing serious time and resources into his livestock, the financial benefits are real. South Africa's beef industry alone is valued at over R30 billion and continues to grow. Cattle can be sold for meat, breeding, or dairy purposes, offering multiple income streams and stability in a volatile economy. Farming also offers something football can't — longevity. While careers on the pitch typically end in one's 30s or early 40s, agriculture provides a lifetime of potential. It's a move that speaks not just to smart money, but to vision. Keeping it humble, building a legacy Former Moroka Swallows midfielder Andile Jali. Picture via Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix Despite recent headlines surrounding a legal tussle with Moroka Swallows and flexing luxury bikes online, Jali's farming visuals tell a different story, one of a man who's laying the foundation for something more meaningful.
The South African
17-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Ex-Pirates quartet headlines Chippa United mass exodus!
Former Orlando Pirates quartet of Andile Jali, Bienvenu Eva Nga, Craig Martin and Justice Chabalala have been released by Chippa United. The four players headline a list of 15 players axed by Chippa United ahead of the 2025-26 PSL season. For Jali, this doesn't come as a huge surprise given that rumours had already been there that he would be axed. The same can be said about Eva Nga whose agent was on record to say they had been in talks with the Chilli Boys over a possible renewal. This was when reports suggested that Eva Nga could be moving to Kaizer Chiefs as one of their newest strikers next season. Meanwhile, Siphelo Baloni will return to parent club Pirates as he was on a season-long loan deal. Also on the list of returnees are Aphelele Teto (Livingston of Scottland) and Sonwabile Khumalo (Orbit College). Now, newly-appointed coach Sinethemba Badela will have to go to the market to sign new players for the club. Chippa United release 15 players, including four former Orlando Pirates players. Image: Chippa United Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
20-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
35-year-old Orlando Pirates legend leaves Chippa
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns legend Andile Jali only played 13 matches for Chippa United this season. Is this the 35-year-old's final Premier Soccer League season as a footballer? 'Andile Jali has done it all in football,' a source told FARPost . 'When he joined Chippa United at the start of the season, it was more about enjoying football,' a source said on the PSL legend. 'The problem now is that he hasn't played that much for the club, so I think that's what will decide his future. Chippa is unlikely to take the option on Jali's contract, and he could go out the exit door. Another thing is that there are retirement talks for the player,' the source continued on FARPost . Andile Jali joins Chippa United. Image: @ChippaUnitedFC/X DECISION DURING THE SEASON BREAK 'As I said, this is a player who has done it all. At the age of 35, retirement is a big topic now, so the next few weeks will be interesting. According to SABC Sport reporter Mazola Molefe, the former Orlando Pirates captain is parting ways with Chippa. 'We have it on good authority that Andile Jali is leaving Chippa United, and this could be his last season in football,' Molefe said on Soccer Zone. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Andile Jali to hang his boots?
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns legend Andile Jali has only played 13 matches for Chippa United this season. Is this the 35-year-old's final Premier Soccer League season as a footballer? 'Andile Jali has done it all in football,' a source told FARPost . 'When he joined Chippa United at the start of the season, it was more about enjoying football,' a source said on the PSL legend. 'The problem now is that he hasn't played that much for the club, so I think that's what will decide his future. Chippa is unlikely to take the option on Jali's contract, and he could go out the exit door. Another thing is that there are retirement talks for the player,' the source continued on FARPost . Andile Jali joins Chippa United. Image: @ChippaUnitedFC/X DECISION DURING THE SEASON BREAK 'As I said, this is a player who has done it all. At the age of 35, retirement is a big topic now, so the next few weeks will be interesting. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news. When is Orlando Pirates' next match? Revealed: Key expectation on new Orlando Pirates coach
IOL News
13-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Buffalo City braces for Premiership showdown as Chippa United host title-chasing Mamelodi Sundowns
Andile Jali Andile Jali will be a non-starter for Chippa United on Wednesday evening when Mamelodi Sundowns come to East London. Image: BackpagePix Buffalo City Stadium in East London is set to come alive this Wednesday as the venue gears up to host Mamelodi Sundowns in a Betway Premiership match against the local side, Chippa United. Stadium officials have created a buzz around the event, with posters amplifying the excitement through the slogan: 'The sky is the limit – don't miss this one.' On Sunday, Sundowns effectively placed one hand on the prestigious Betway Premiership trophy following a resounding 3-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium. This commanding win has brought the defending champions within a point of securing their eighth consecutive Premier Soccer League (PSL) title. Barring a monumental upset, Sundowns need only a win or draw against Chippa to secure the championship. However, the anticipated celebrations will be subdued, as the shiny new Betway Premiership trophy will not be present for a handover at the venue. The official presentation is scheduled for Sunday, when Sundowns will host Magesi United at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, where fans can expect a more jubilant atmosphere as the long-awaited trophy is finally revealed. To underscore the significance of Sunday's victory, Sundowns — under coach Miguel Cardoso — have now amassed 15 points from their last five matches, showcasing remarkable consistency with clean sheets in four of those outings: Richards Bay (3-0), Cape Town City (2-0), Chippa United (3-0), and Stellenbosch FC (3-0). They are now 15 points clear of second-placed Orlando Pirates, who are grappling with their own challenges and have five matches remaining in the season. Chippa's coach, Thabo September, remains optimistic, believing his team can turn around their misfortunes despite being winless in their last five Premiership outings. They lost their previous encounter with Mamelodi Sundowns 3-0 last Wednesday at Loftus Versfeld. They will now be hoping to reverse that result and claim their first-ever league win over Sundowns. Chippa are expected to be without midfielders Siphelo Baloni and Andile Jali for the upcoming clash. Baloni, on loan from Orlando Pirates, has not featured for the Chilli Boys since March after picking up an injury against Richards Bay. Jali has not played since February. September stated his intentions to finish the season strongly, aiming for a top-eight spot while beginning preparations for the 2025–26 campaign. 'Start building for next season, and start using players you want to have or to look at for next season, and get the best out of the two games. Playing Marumo Gallants away, and we have Sundowns at home, so we need to be as professional as can be to finish this season on a good note,' said September. 'Top 8 – if it's possible – we have two games. If we get four points out of the two games, then it's possible.'
