Since leaving Tanzanian club Young Africans SC, Manqoba Mngqithi has been the subject of increasing speculation regarding his future as a coach. He was most recently the head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns.It was unexpected for Mngqithi to leave the Dar es Salaam-based organization after only three months on the job. He signed a two-year deal with the club in July 2026 and was tasked with boosting its continental performances and preserving its domestic success.

At first, the South African strategist's time in Tanzania was fruitful. After a 1-0 triumph over ferocious rivals Simba SC in August, he led Young Africans to the Tanzanian Community Shield. The club's advancement to the group stage of the CAF Champions League was also aided by his efforts.Those accomplishments weren't enough to keep him from leaving the club in October.The news of his departure sparked rumors that he may be considering a return to the Premier Soccer League, with Kaizer Chiefs being named among the clubs that could be interested. The rumors gained traction as people continued to discuss Fernando Da Cruz's position as head coach of Amakhosi.Nevertheless, Mike Makaab, who represents Mngqithi, has addressed the reports and denied that the giants of Soweto are interested in hiring the seasoned coach.

On November 12th, Makaab clarified to FARPost that Chiefs had not contacted his client.It is unjust to the present technical staff and not true that the Chiefs want to hire Mngqithi as head coach. The spread of false information like this can lead to many issues, Makaab warned.He went on to say that the club and Mngqithi had never formally approached each other or discussed the matter.

The current situation does not indicate that Amakhosi have reached an agreement with the former Sundowns coach.Despite this, Makaab praised Mngqithi's coaching skills, calling him a premier football tactician.Meanwhile, his departure from Young Africans and the reasons behind it are still up for debate. The Tanzanian club's lack of discipline and professionalism was allegedly voiced by Mngqithi during an interview with Metro FM's Sports Nite Amplified. The difficulties he encountered during his brief stay there, he implied, were in part due to disputes over player responsibility.

After a long tenure with Mamelodi Sundowns, the 55-year-old became known as one of South Africa's seasoned coaches before relocating to Tanzania. Before taking the helm of Young Africans, he also spent some time with Golden Arrows.We don't know where Mngqithi will be coaching next at this time. Even though rumors about his availability have circulated, his agent has denied any association with the Kaizer Chiefs coaching position.

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