Kholosa Biyana celebrates being the first SAFPU female vice president

Biyana will serve alongside former Bidvest Wits player Thulani Hlatshwayo - who was voted as the new President and Terrence Mashego of Durban City coming as the new first vice President - and their terms in office is scheduled to last for 4 years. 

In an exclusive interview with SABC Sport, Biyana says this is not just a personal milestone but a step in the right direction when it comes to inclusivity in football.

“It is a deeply humbling and a proud moment for me. Being the first female Vice President of SAFPU is not just a personal milestone, but a reflection of the progress football is making toward true inclusivity. Male and female footballers experience different challenges in the sport.

“This also signals that leadership in the game is no longer defined by gender, but by competence, commitment, and service. For young girls and women in football, this moment shows that their voices belong not only on the pitch, but also at the decision-making table,” said Biyana.

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SAFPU’s role within the football landscape in the country is to make sure that there’s a clear voice that protects the rights of footballers. Biyana also unpacks her role as vice president in the organisation.

“My role is to support the President and executive leadership in advancing SAFPU’s mandate, particularly around player welfare, governance, and representation.

“Together we will be working closely with stakeholders to ensure that the needs of all players, men and women, are understood and addressed. This includes contributing to policy discussions, supporting strategic programmes, and helping strengthen structures that protect players’ rights and careers,” added Biyana.

The 31 year-old Sundowns Ladies youth coach further unpacks the role SAFPU can play to help grow the women in the country.

“I believe SAFPU can play a key role by ensuring women footballers are treated as professionals in every sense, through fair working conditions, access to support systems, education, and long-term career planning. Growth will come from consistency, accountability, and investment in the women’s game, both on and off the field,” she expressed.