Safa in Crisis: Rebellion Brews as Regions Demand Jordaan's Ouster

Safa President Danny Jordaan.

A growing rebellion within the South African Football Association (Safa) is gaining momentum, with four regions joining forces with national executive committee members Gladwyn White and Monde Montshiwa to demand the removal of President Danny Jordaan. The regions, including Utukela FA, Doctor Kenneth Kaunda, Joe Gqabi, and Francise Baart, have thrown their weight behind White and Montshiwa's campaign to restore integrity and accountability to the organization.

White and Montshiwa have been vocal critics of Jordaan's leadership, accusing him of failing to uphold ethical standards and prioritizing personal interests over the development of football in South Africa. The duo has compiled scathing written reports, highlighting the association's alleged failures and calling for Jordaan's resignation.

The four regions have pledged to submit motions at the upcoming Safa congress, which will address recent leadership crises and the arrest of key executives. The motions aim to ensure that Safa returns to administering and developing football within the statutes of Fifa and Safa's constitution.

White slammed Safa's leadership, saying the organization has been reduced to a "playground for a self-serving cartel that operates with impunity, evading accountability while suffocating the game we love." He also alleged that the leadership is running scared, illegally postponing meetings to avoid scrutiny and accountability.

Montshiwa added that the 52 regions across South Africa have not received their R40,000 monthly allowances for over three years, further exacerbating the crisis. He also highlighted the alleged mistreatment of women within the organization, including CEO Lydia Monyepao.

Jordaan's future as Safa president hangs in the balance, with his legal troubles and allegations of corruption casting a shadow over his leadership. Jordaan was arrested last year and charged with fraud and corruption, with his case set to resume in August.

As the rebellion gains momentum, Safa's future hangs in the balance. Will Jordaan step down, or will he fight to retain his position? The outcome will have far-reaching implications for South African football.