JOHANNESBURG - It’s official. Pitso Mosimane has been announced as Bafana Bafana’s new head coach, following the departure of Belgium’s Hugo Broos.
Mosimane is set for a second permanent stint in charge of the national team, having previously led Bafana from 2010 to 2012. He also served as caretaker coach in 2007.
His first permanent spell ended after South Africa failed to qualify for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.
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The South African Football Association (SAFA) made the announcement on Tuesday.
Accepting the challenge, Mosimane said it was a special day in his career.
"I have been given the privilege of leading our national team again. I take this responsibility knowing that I still have something to give in football, especially in my country," he said.
"I know this is simply not a coaching job; it is bigger than Pitso Mosimane. I understand the weight of this role, the expectations that come with it, and what this team means to South Africa. With pride and determination, I accept the challenge," Mosimane said.
The 62-year-old’s immediate task will be to prepare Bafana for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, which is due to get underway in less than a month.
Bafana are scheduled to face Guinea and Eritrea in back-to-back AFCON qualifiers next month as they begin their campaign for a place at the continental tournament.
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