Retired former Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns left-back Lovers Mohlala is now a mineworker.
Mohlala was a superstar in the 1990s and his career saw him play for Wits University, Sundowns, Jomo Cosmos, Silver Stars, AmaZulu, Moroka Swallows, AmaGlug-Glug (SA Under-23) and Bafana.
The 48-year-old was also famous for life in the fast lane and has admitted that he made the wrong decisions in life. This resulted in him having nothing to show from a glittering football career.
He posted a picture on his social media platform posing next to an open mine shaft. However, he did not disclose where he was being employed.
Working for a mine never crossed his mind
“I never thought one day I will be working at the mine,” said Mohlala on his caption.
On the field, the Alexandra-born defender was a marauding left-footed defender. He was known for his hard tackles and scintillating runs on the touchline. After retirement, he has been trying out farming in Brits, coaching in development academies and also in the mines.
“I cannot sit at home and do nothing. Now I am working for my children and family,” Mohlala told Sunday World on Thursday.
“I am the stockpile manager and a friend of mine hooked me up with the mine boss, who is also a friend. Unfortunately I cannot disclose the name of the mine and other details.
“A man must be busy and not be idling. I am also selling livestock in Brits and meat in Brakpan. My family (wife and kids) are in the East Rand while I am mostly based in North-West province,” he added.
Mohlala gets warm messages from his fans
Despite a few trollers, Mohlala received lots of love from his followers. They encouraged him to work extra hard for his family.
Said Tshepo van Schalkwyk: “I am of you Lovers, in this industry (mining) there are plenty of opportunities. And you will be able to provide for your family. Whatever people say, it’s not important.”
Mawiller William Sibeko: “As long as your family is surviving through you, then let it be. Don’t worry about us, we will judge you based on your previous experience. And at the end, we can do nothing for you to survive.”
Vuyile Tshazibana: “Guys, there’s no need to mock someone for his past mistakes. Everyone got mistakes, but it’s good to take any job that will help you provide for your family. Rather than to commit crime. Money is the same my man and I’m proud of your hustle.”
Pablo: “There are many people who would do anything for that job. You are a very inspiring person who’s living an honest life.”
Rhombus mine in Bethanie village. Brits
It’s better than embarrassing yourself and playing in the hands of enemies. Earn your decent salary and provide for your family. God bless 🙌🏾
That’s what a real man does Lovers. Keep it up Broer!
As long you are working because there was no money in soccer those days
Happy for u my brother
See you next time in our fishing adventure at Borakalalo dam chief
Homeboy…remember we use to play for black pool le bo Montshiwa,Sambora,the late Bheki & Darara & the Late Dororo…keep pushing mfanakithi,Family is KEY. they can laugh as much as they can but they won’t kill your spirit,all the best ntwana ya TOWNSHIP.
Real men do what u did,not this musicians,actors glows that think we mst donate for them all the time fame does not last baba,now ur learning skills and knowledge that can help u to support your family,uyindoda e madodeni
One of the best thing you’ve ever done Bafo is taking care of your family enye nenye mayime usebenzile Ndoda kakhulu thina siwazi umsebenzi wakho we are proud. Keep it up and uThixo akubusise sisonke
There is no shame in providing for your family and yourself, A real man will always think of a way to support his family. Well done my brother.
Well done!!!
Well done to share and write your own life experience than being told by journalists- for they have their way of telling a story. You are trully inspirational my brother.
Real men hustle and feed their families, don’t depend on handouts,well done my man.