Siwelele FC Official Earl Davids Dies in Car Accident, Two Others Injured
- Siwelele FC has confirmed the tragic death of executive member Earl Davids in a car accident early Monday morning
- Head of Marketing Didi Masoetsa and driver Pedro Nxusa, who were also in the vehicle, have been hospitalised for medical assessment
- Davids, a respected designer behind the club’s official logo, was due to turn 41 in two weeks; Siwelele FC and his family have requested privacy
Siwelele FC has been plunged into mourning following the tragic death of one of their executive members, Earl Davids, in a car accident early Monday morning.
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The club confirmed the news in a statement shared on its official social media platforms.
"Siwelele FC is mourning the passing of Club Official Earl Davids, who passed away in a tragic car accident early Monday morning. Travelling with him were Head of Marketing Didi Masoetsa and driver Pedro Nxusa. Both have been hospitalised for assessment," the statement read.
Who was Earl Davids?
Davids, who was set to turn 41 in two weeks, was a prominent figure in the graphic design industry. Known for his dedication and passion, he worked with major corporations including Vodacom and Richard Branson’s ventures. He was also credited as the mastermind behind the design and creation of the Siwelele FC official logo.
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Club chairman Calvin Le John paid tribute to Davids, describing him as a humble and charming individual.
“We express our deepest condolences to David's family. This is a big loss for the club and the industry at large. Earl was a down-to-earth gentleman who always had a calm and charming personality. He will be missed by all.”
The club and David’s family have asked for privacy during this painful time.
New era under Calvin Le John
Siwelele FC recently secured Premier Soccer League (PSL) status under new ownership. The club is fully funded by Calvin Le John, the eldest son of Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie.
Le John has made it clear that the purchase was entirely his initiative. McKenzie also confirmed he had no involvement in the acquisition of the club, which was bought from MultiChoice, reportedly due to the broadcaster’s strategic decision to focus on its core operations.
Despite sharing a name with the historic Bloemfontein Celtic, Le John has emphasised that this is a new project with a fresh vision, not a political or nostalgic revival of the past.
"This is a new era built on ambition and innovation," Le John said in a previous statement.
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The Minister has previously been vocal about restoring Bloemfontein Celtic to top-flight football in South Africa. While the revival of football in the region aligns with his vision, McKenzie emphasised that this is not the return of Bloem Celtic, but an entirely new club.
The owner of the Bloem Celtic name, Eddie Modise, has also distanced himself from the new Siwelele FC, making it clear that the two are not connected.
Calvin Le John speaks on not using his father's surname
Briefly News has previously reported that Siwelele FC owner and Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie's son, Calvin Le John, has spoken publicly for the first time since acquiring SuperSport United in a R50 million deal.
In an exclusive interview with Robert Marawa on 947, Le John addressed speculation surrounding the purchase and explained why he does not carry his father's surname, despite recently confirming that he is indeed McKenzie's son.
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