After enduring both physical and emotional hardships as a result of his many surgeries, the former AmaZulu star has spoken out about his tough personal battle.

In a devastating interview, the football great revealed that his health problems have persisted despite multiple surgeries.

Looking back on the challenging journey, he revealed that he had already had five surgeries, the most recent of which was earlier this year. He was still reeling from the ordeal, he said, and it had been anything but easy.

If my memory serves me correctly, I have already undergone five surgeries, and each one has been challenging. Now I am speaking to you about my experiences. It was earlier this year.

Allegedly, the former defender is fighting a terrible disease that has rendered him unable to walk unassisted. Because of his illness, he needs a wheelchair and other people's help to do even the most basic of tasks.

According to reports, Ngubane began experiencing health issues in 2023 while coaching the DStv Diski Challenge team for Royal AM. He was sent to specialized hospitals for additional testing and treatment after initially visiting a doctor in Pietermaritzburg.

As his condition worsened, he was transferred to various hospitals, including King Dinuzulu Hospital and Dr. Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital. Ultimately, a diagnosis of spinal tuberculosis was made for him.

The former footballer further disclosed that he had trouble affording treatment due to financial constraints. The lack of available funds prevented him from undergoing surgery at a private hospital, he claimed.

In addition to his health problems, Ngubane is having trouble making ends meet. Living with his wife and one child, he has a total of four children. There is a lot of strain on the family budget because his wife is also out of work.

According to his disclosure, he was recently given a temporary discharge from the hospital after a seven-month stay and is scheduled to return for a checkup on November 18, 2026.

While pleading for help from anyone who could aid in his recovery, Ngubane hoped that the KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture would follow through on a pledge to get in touch with him.

His family and he were in a very precarious situation, and he cried out for help.

The ex-defender helped lead AmaZulu to a 1992 Coca-Cola Cup victory. Coaching and developing players at Royal AM was his subsequent contribution to the sport of football.

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