Former Chippa United coach Sinethemba Badela replaces Gavin Hunt at Betway Premiership Durban City

Sinethemba Badela has replaced Gavin Hunt as Durban City coach.

The former Chippa United coach was announced by the Kwa-Zulu Natal club today.

His task at hand in Durban is not a hard one as the team is currently lying in the seventh spot in the Betway Premiership standings.

Badela, is in his second stint as a head coach, having started his coaching career as Mamelodi Sundowns reserve team coach.

After serving the Chloorkop-based side a season ago he then he joined Rulani Mokwena at Wydad Casablanca in Morocco as his assistant.

As Mokwena left the Moroccans for MC Alger in the off-season, Badela started his stint as Chippa United coach.

He only served two games in Gqeberha before leaving the side.

"Durban City FC is pleased to announce the appointment of Sinethemba Badela as the club’s new Head Coach," the club confirmed on X.

"Coach Badela brings valuable top-flight experience and a modern, progressive approach to the game, with a strong focus on youth development.

"We welcome him to the Citizens family as we continue to build towards an exciting future.

"Welcome to Durban City, Coach Badela."