Chiefs supporters’ leader outlines ‘way forward’ after March

The leadership behind Saturday’s protest at the Kaizer Chiefs headquarters has made one thing clear: their next move hinges entirely on the club’s willingness to act on a specific “key demand.”

A frustrated group of Amakhosi faithful marched on the Kaizer Chiefs Village this past Saturday to submit a memorandum of grievances. The move follows a disastrous run of four consecutive defeats, including a bruising 3-0 Soweto Derby loss and a premature exit from the CAF Confederation Cup.

Diakanya Makgato, a spokesperson for the group, told FARPost that the fans are focused on a primary target—the removal of co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze.

A Tense Standoff Over the Chiefs’ Technical Team

While the protest remained peaceful, Makgato warned that the “honeymoon phase” following last season’s trophy success under Nasreddine Nabi is officially over. With the club looking likely to finish the current campaign empty-handed, fans are viewing the presence of the co-coaching duo as a symbol of the club’s decline.

“We can only be satisfied when we get a formal response,” Makgato said. “One of our main concerns was that we don’t want to see those co-coaches on the bench in the next game. If they are still there, we will have to act outside the stadium after the match. That is what we will do.”

Questions Over Recruitment and Accountability

Beyond the dugout, the memorandum also takes aim at the club’s boardroom decisions. Makgato highlighted a perceived lack of structure and a questionable transfer policy that he believes has diluted the quality of the squad.

Interference: Fans are questioning if management is meddling in player acquisitions.

Standards: The group believes recent signings do not meet the historic standards of a Kaizer Chiefs player.

Consistency: The technical team has been criticised for erratic tactical changes, with Makgato noting, “In one game, the coach makes five changes; in the next, he makes three.”

Alleged Divisions Within the Fanbase

The march has highlighted a growing rift within the Amakhosi faithful. Addressing critics who opposed the protest, Makgato alleged that some fans and “content creators” have been compromised by perks from the club.

“We know some receive free tickets and meals from management,” Makgato alleged. “Some of us don’t benefit from anything; we just want this team to return to its glory days and compete for silverware again.”

Despite the internal friction, the group remains steadfast, insisting that their loyalty lies with the badge rather than the current administration or coaching staff.