Cricket South Africa have announced the appointment of Mandla Mashimbyi as the new head coach for the Proteas women’s cricket team.
Mashimbyi, a former Titans coach, joins the Proteas with a stellar record behind his name. Under his tutelage, the Titans won various domestic titles, and previously worked with the Proteas men’s team SA20’s Paarl Royals as the bowling coach.
“CSA is extremely proud to welcome someone of Mandla's stature and expertise. We are confident that he will excel in this role, bringing a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective,” said CSA’s director of cricket Enoch Nkwe.
“Mandla has our full support in his efforts, and we look forward to the growth and achievements that the Proteas Women’s Team will experience under his leadership.”
Speaking after the announcement, the 44-year-old Phalaborwa-born Mashimbyi said: “It is with a profound sense of honour and humility that I accept the appointment as the Proteas Women's Coach. I am fully cognizant of the significant responsibilities and expectations associated with this esteemed position.
“I am profoundly grateful for the exceptional opportunity bestowed upon me by Titans Cricket throughout my tenure as a coach. Their unwavering support and unwavering backing over the past eleven years have been instrumental in my professional growth and development.
“At this juncture, I am deeply appreciative of the opportunity to contribute my expertise and knowledge to the Proteas Women continued success and to elevate their standing as a formidable force in world cricket.”
Mashimbyi replaces Hilton Moreeng as the Proteas head coach, who was at the helm for 11, and oversaw South Africa’s transition to professionalism.
In that time, he guided the team to two ODI World Cup semi-finals, two T20 World Cup semi-finals, and was in charge when they became the first national senior side to reach a World Cup final.
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