Kaizer Chiefs founder and chairman Dr. Kaizer Motaung has expressed his excitement about the Jessica Motaung’s appointment to the FIFA Men’s Football Stakeholders Committee.
Chiefs’ Marketing and Commercial Director was appointed by the world football governing body for a duration of four years, commencing in 2025 until 2029.
It’s Jessica Motaung’s latest appointment after she was also appointed as vice-president of the African Clubs Association (ACA), leading her father Dr. Kaizer Motaung expressing his pride.
“This is yet another well-deserved recognition for Jessica, acknowledging her dedication, expertise, and impactful contributions to South African and African football as a whole,” he told Chiefs’ media team.
“It is a proud moment for us as an organisation to see her representing Kaizer Chiefs, South Africa and Africa at the highest level of global football.
“We will continue to support her wholeheartedly as she shares her remarkable talents with the world. We know she is strong and will deliver the results for the committee.”
Jessica Motaung expressed her delight at being appointed to the new role, thanking several stateholders who helped her along the way.
“I am excited about this journey and hope to continue learning and sharing my experiences with the continent, ACA and South African football in general,” she stated.
“It is also important to thank the PSL, led by Dr. Irvin Khoza; SAFA under Dr. Danny Jordaan’s tutelage; African Clubs Association under the chairmanship of Eng. Hersi Said and the continental football body, CAF, led by Dr. Patrice Motsepe, who has turned the organisation into the thriving entity we have today.”
