Mama Joy Chauke Urges South Africa To Pray For Royal AM Amid Turbulent Times

Holifil

04 Apr, 2025

Sports enthusiast Mama Joy Chauke has turned to X, imploring the nation to offer prayers for Royal AM, its president MaMkhize, players, employees, and fans.
Her plea sparked mixed reactions online, with some users questioning the purpose of the prayers.
Despite the backlash, Mama Joy remains steadfast in her support for the club, believing brighter days lie ahead.

Mama Joy Chauke calls on South Africans to pray for Royal AM. Image: Mama Joy Chauke Source: Instagram

Let’s talk about one of South Africa’s most beloved sports fans, Mama Joy Chauke. She’s a force to be reckoned with, and recently, she’s taken to social media to rally the troops—or in this case, the prayers. Mama Joy is asking all of South Africa to come together and pray for the Royal AM football club, its charismatic president, Shauwn 'MaMkhize' Mkhize, the team’s players, employees, and supporters. The club is going through a tough patch, and Mama Joy believes prayer might just be the key to turning things around.

In a heartfelt post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Mama Joy expressed her concerns about the current state of affairs at Royal AM. But she’s optimistic. She truly believes that, with the power of prayer, this difficult phase will soon pass. Her words carry weight, and her faith in the club is unwavering.

“Let’s pray for ⁦@RAMFC_sa⁩. Let’s pray for the players, for UMA, MaMkhize, Mamajoy, and all the supporters. Let’s pray for everyone connected to the club, including all employees. It’s a challenging time, but I believe it will pass. We just need to keep the faith.”

Mama Joy calls for prayers for Royal AM in a post on X. Images: Mama Joy Chauke Source: InstagramSource: Twitter

Public Reaction to Mama Joy's Plea

When Mama Joy’s post hit the internet, it didn’t take long for the reactions to roll in. Social media users had plenty to say, and the responses were as varied as they come. Some folks were curious, asking what exactly they were supposed to be praying for. Others distanced themselves entirely, while a few voiced their skepticism about the effectiveness of prayer in such situations.

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One user, @lufuno_muk98382, chimed in with a simple but pointed question: “Kanti what are we praying for??” It’s a valid query, and one that got people thinking. Another commenter, @ZukzFranco, wasn’t about to join the prayer circle, stating plainly, “Ain't coming to that prayer.”

Then there was @StoneMokone, who brought up an important point: “Accountability doesn’t need prayers.” This comment resonated with many, highlighting the broader issues at play within the club.

Royal AM and Shawn Mkhize: The Story So Far

Let’s back up a bit and take a look at what’s been happening with Royal AM and its president, Shawn Mkhize. The club has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons lately. It started with the family’s tax drama, which quickly spiraled into a series of complications both on and off the field.

Back in January 2024, the PSL decided to indefinitely postpone Royal AM’s matches while they sorted through the club’s legal troubles. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is currently investigating MaMkhize’s multi-million-rand tax debt, and things have only gotten worse from there.

To top it all off, Royal AM is now facing further legal challenges after missing the deadline to pay former striker Samir Nurkovic the court-ordered R12 million balance. Here’s the kicker: Nurkovic’s initial package with the club was substantial—R5,040,000 for the first year, R5,280,000 for the second, and R5,520,000 for the optional third year. However, his lawyers claim he only received a mere R245,943 in November 2022, just three days after filing his claim with FIFA.

The controversy didn’t stop there. The Democratic Alliance joined the conversation, urging the Msunduzi Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal to reconsider its R27 million sponsorship deal with the club. Clearly, Royal AM is under immense pressure from multiple directions.

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Adding fuel to the fire, it was reported that MaMkhize missed not one but two deadlines to submit the necessary SARS documents related to her massive tax debt. This silence from the usually outspoken socialite has left many scratching their heads.

MaMkhize and Her Family Stay Silent Amidst Turmoil

In the midst of all this chaos, MaMkhize and her family have chosen to stay quiet. Despite the mounting issues surrounding her football club and the ongoing investigations by the South African Revenue Services, there’s been no public statement from her side. Meanwhile, Royal AM players are reportedly refusing to train due to unresolved salary disputes.

As the situation continues to unfold, fans and observers alike are left wondering when—or if—MaMkhize will step up and address the elephant in the room. For now, Mama Joy Chauke remains a steadfast supporter, urging everyone to keep the faith and continue praying for brighter days ahead for Royal AM.