The South African Football Association (SAFA) is set to name a successor to Hugo Broos on Saturday, 8 August 2026, following the conclusion of the Belgian coach’s five-year tenure on 31 July 2026. The appointment comes as the national governing body navigates a highly charged political atmosphere ahead of its upcoming elective congress.
Leadership Transition And Coaching Search
SAFA CEO Lydia Monyepao confirmed the administrative timeline during a press briefing in Johannesburg, noting that the organisation has processed all nominations for the executive committee. While the association has remained tight-lipped regarding the identity of the new head coach, speculation has intensified around former Bafana Bafana mentor Pitso Mosimane as a frontrunner for the post.
“Next week Saturday we will have a NEC meeting and that is when a decision will be taken,” SAFA President Danny Jordaan said regarding the coaching appointment.
The new coach will be tasked with preparing the national squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, which are scheduled to kick off in September 2026. Bafana Bafana enters this transition period having achieved a knockout-stage finish at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting a high bar for the incoming technical team.
Political Stakes At The Elective Congress
The coaching announcement precedes the SAFA Elective Congress, which is locked in for 12 September 2026. The current administration, led by incumbent Danny Jordaan, faces a significant challenge from AmaZulu chairman Sandile Zungu for the presidency.
This electoral contest has cast a spotlight on all major administrative decisions currently being made by the national executive committee. The desk is currently verifying reports regarding potential shortlist candidates from internal sources, but no official list has been released by SAFA. Further updates on the selection process will be provided following the NEC meeting on Saturday.