In a move that signals a new chapter for one of South Africa’s most iconic clubs, Kaizer Chiefs are expected to establish a women’s team following their qualification for the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup.
The Glamour Boys sealed their place in the continental competition after clinching the Nedbank Cup, a long-awaited triumph that also revived their standing on the domestic front. But off the pitch, the club is preparing to take a bold step forward by expanding its legacy into women’s football.
Sources close to the club reveal that the formation of a women’s side is not only part of Chiefs’ long-term vision but is now being fast-tracked due to CAF’s licensing regulations. Participation in CAF competitions increasingly requires clubs to show commitment to women’s football, including the establishment of women’s teams and development structures.
Chiefs' management is reportedly exploring partnerships, scouting for talent, and evaluating the best model to launch a competitive women’s side that can eventually contest in the SAFA Women’s League and beyond.
“This is more than ticking a box,” a club insider shared. “It’s about building a new legacy and giving young women the platform they deserve under the Chiefs banner.”
If finalized, Kaizer Chiefs would join a growing list of Premier Soccer League teams investing in the women’s game, aligning with a broader global shift toward gender inclusivity and equal opportunity in sport.
As the club prepares for its return to continental football, the expected addition of a women’s team marks a powerful commitment to growth on and off the field.
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