Benson Kitso Mangolo joins Mochudi Centre Chiefs after exit

Player bails on a stalled South Africa stint, heads home, and grabs a short deal to reboot his minutes and momentum.

Club switch and contract move

• Benson Kitso Mangolo exits Richards Bay by mutual agreement.
• The club deemed him surplus after limited involvement.
• Defender returns home and signs a six-month deal.
• Move confirmed as permanent, not a loan.

Landing spot and league context

• Joins Mochudi Centre Chiefs.
• Club pushes for a strong league finish.
• The Chiefs sit fourth at the season’s midpoint.
• Squad gains top-flight South Africa experience.

Why Richards Bay fell apart

• Loan proposal to Midlands Wanderers sparked friction.
• Player rejected Championship-level drop.
• Minutes dried up fast after early appearances.
• Exit followed stalled prospects at the club.

What actually happened on the pitch

• Two competitive outings logged for Richards Bay.
• Debut came against Chippa United.
• Later faced the same side in a cup tie.
• Bench time piled up after October.