Orlando Pirates: Mandla Ncikazi issues MASSIVE update on Paseka Mako

By Samantha Allen

Published: April 26, 2022 | 5:08 PM GMT

Great news Bucs! Mako’s recovery has gone really well and he will play football again.

This is according to Ncikazi’s latest update on Mako.

“Mako, I’m grateful. He even slept at my place, he visited me, so he is recovering. God is good, it could’ve been worse,” Ncikazi stated on iDiskiTimes.

“I don’t think we’ll see him this season, but I’m just happy that he’s alive, healthy and he’ll play football again.” he added.

Paseka Mako collision with team mate news in a minute video — Orlando Pirates players and fans are praying for the recovery of wing-back Paseka Mako. Image: Twitter/Paseka Mako

Several supporters, analysts and his entire side were concerned that he may not be able to play again.

Thankfully, this is not the case and we will see Mako back on the pitch next season. Ultimately, his wellbeing is the priority of the Pirates management and they will not risk rushing him back after the severity of his horror injury.

Mako has been a revelation for Pirates this season, putting in inspirational displays in the CAF Confederation Cup.

He certainly played his part in inspiring the Buccaneers huge performances in Africa this season.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.