The Glamour Boys, South Africa’s most successful Club took South African football by storm from day one and now has grown to become one of the most recognisable sporting brands in the world.

In attendance at the event was founding father and current Executive Chairman, Kaizer Motaung, Managing Director Bheki Shongwe, Football Manager Bobby Motaung, the entire first team and Technical Team, Staff and coaches at the Development.

The Executive Chairman was at hand to cut the cake as everyone sang, “Happy Birthday Kaizer Chiefs”, “This is a day where we pay tribute to the Club’s founding fathers. Some are still around but some are unfortunately no longer with us. I am fortunate to have been around from the planning of this ‘baby’ and have had to watch it grow over the years,” said Motaung.

“We also owe it to the people who supported us through and through from day one. The Club continues to put smiles on the face of millions of people in this country. It is our wish to grow from strength to strength to become a brand on top of mind that people in the world can identify with” continued Motaung SR who earned himself a nickname “Chincha Guluva” during his playing days.

Also in attendance was the MEC of Sports, Lebo Maile who had a meeting with the Executive Chairman earlier on the day, “I am privileged to be part of the occasion. Kaizer Chiefs is a success story and this team has a special place in the hearts of many South Africans due to the role it has played in the liberation. Kaizer Chiefs have created opportunity for young people in this country to display their talents,” said Maile.

“I want to pay a special tribute to Executive Chairman, Mr. Motaung for his leadership and vision. I understand that he does not want to take full credit but it is through his vision that the Club has continued to be a leading brand in South Africa. We at Provincial Government are looking forward to striking a good working relations with Kaizer Chiefs in promoting sport in the province. This relationship has been long overdue,” added Maile.