Former Orlando Pirates target in ICU after car accident

Orlando Pirates supporters probably know him the best. TP Mazembe legend Rainford Kabala is fighting for his life after a car crash on Saturday, 13 April.

TP MAZEMBE LEGENG RAINFORD KALABA IN HOSPITAL AFTER CAR CRASH

According to reports, the 38-year-old Kalaba was a passenger when the vehicle he was travelling in with a female driver suffered a head-on collision with a truck. Kalaba’s companion died at the scene, while the former Orlando Pirates target is left to fight for his life at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia. His former club mistakenly announced he was dead before deleting the post.

The Zambia Football Association posted a clearer note about the former Orlando Pirates target.

“Kafue Traffic recorded a fatal road traffic accident along the Great North Road at Kafue S Corners near Kafue Quarry. The incident involved Mr. Muyunda Isaac, aged 32 years, of Kamwala South, who was driving a Howo truck horse with registration number AIC 805 and trailer number BAC 9540. The truck sustained extensive damage.

“Additionally, an unidentified female driver of unknown residence who was driving a Mercedes Benz car, unregistered, from south to north direction. Unfortunately, she succumbed to her injuries at the scene of the accident. The Mercedes Benz car also suffered significant damage.

“A passenger, Mr. Rainford Kalaba, aged 38 years, of Mufurira, Copperbelt Province, was onboard the Mercedes Benz vehicle. He sustained suspected internal injuries and has been promptly transported to UTH for further medical attention. Preliminary investigations indicate that the accident occurred as a result of improper overtaking by the Benz car, leading to a collision with the oncoming truck.

“Our thoughts and condolences are with the families affected by this tragic incident. We urge all road users to adhere strictly to road safety regulations to prevent further loss of lives,” the statement concluded.

ORLANDO PIRATES YOUNGSTER RELEBOHILE MOFOKENG A HOMEBOY

Staying with the Sea Robbers, Relebohile Mofokeng recently described how he lives outside the game.

Mofokeng might only have three goals and four assists in 28 appearances for Orlando Pirates, but the 19-year-old’s ability to beat defenders is a joy to witness. He is so exciting even Kaizer Chiefs fans admit his quality. Speaking to iDiskiTimes’ leading reporter Velile Mnyandu last week, Mofokeng was asked about how he manages to avoid social pressure.

The Orlando Pirates star from Sharpville, Gauteng said he is simply a homeboy who fears the streets. “I grew up in the streets where people used to kill each other,” Mofokeng said, “which made me afraid to play in the streets. And now that I’m a bit famous I think I’m scared of people,” the attacker known as “Rele” concluded.

Meanwhile, Mofokeng and his teammates will have a day off before preparing for the weekend’s DStv Premiership action. Orlando Pirates will face another battle with AmaZulu, this time in the league. The game is set for Saturday, 20 April at 17:30 from the Orlando Stadium.