Orlando Pirates Announce 4 New Signings And 5 Major Exits

Orlando Pirates have confirmed the signing of four players ahead of the new season after winning the Betway Premiership title last term.

The Buccaneers have secured the services of Mthetheleli Mthiyane from Stellenbosch FC, Sbangani Zulu from Richards Bay, and Bohale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu from Siwelele.

“Recently crowned Betway Premiership champions Orlando Pirates are delighted to announce new arrivals to the club,” Pirates said in a statement.

“After weeks of speculation and countless headlines across the football social media landscape, Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the signings of Mthetheleli Mthiyane (Stellenbosch FC), Sbangani Zulu (Richards Bay), as well as Bohale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu (both from Siwelele).

“The arrival of Mthiyane sees defender Thabiso Lebitso moving in the opposite direction to join the Maroons as part of a swap deal.”

While the club welcomed four new arrivals, it also confirmed the departure of five players.

“Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the departure of five players following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season,” the statement continued.

“The players who will be leaving the club upon the expiry of their respective contracts are Bandile Shandu, Sipho Mbule, Tshegofatso Mabasa, Karim Kimvuidi and Deivi Miguel Vieira (Gilberto).

“Each of these players departs having contributed to the Orlando Pirates journey in their own way, and the club would like to place on record its appreciation for their service during their time with the Buccaneers.

“Orlando Pirates Football Club thanks Bandile, Sipho, Tshegofatso, Karim and Gilberto for their service and wishes them all the best in the next chapters of their respective careers.”