The Star reports that SA Football Association (Safa) chief medical officer Dr Thulani Ngwenya has been appointed as national football’s Covid-19 compliance officer.
The appointment was made over the weekend by the National Executive Committee. Ngwenya, who is also the Bafana Bafana team doctor, will hold down the position for the rest of the season. He commented: “It is a huge responsibility because the staging of matches will require observing government protocols around the coronavirus pandemic. By this time the clubs have been supplied with information regarding their role and responsibility. They will be required to adhere to the letter of the regulations. The health of players and team support staff is of paramount importance.” Ngwenya went on to indicate: “We cannot fall foul of protocols. Match officials have also been schooled in protocols, so everyone at venues that are connected to football will be au fait with what the regulations are. We want to be observant to the letter of the law at all times.” The Confederation of African Football this week issued circulars to member countries advising of developments around the spread and control of Covid-19. Ngwenya has been participating in Caf’s medical committee meetings over the past few weeks.
- Read the full original of the report in the above regard by Herman Gibbs on page 15 of The Star of 24 June 2020
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