Is a South African professional footballer who plays as a center forward. Born and raised in the small town of Paulpietersburg in KwaZulu‑Natal, Nkosi is known for his blistering pace, flair and goal‑scoring instinct—attributes that earned him the nickname “Dembele.” He began his professional career with Real Kings FC, then went on to play for Royal AM, Golden Arrows, and later joined Maritzburg United (which subsequently rebranded as Durban City FC). While at Durban City, he contributed to the team’s successful campaign in the 2024/2025 season of the Motsepe Foundation Championship (the second tier of South African football) which resulted in the club being crowned champions and gaining promotion to the top‑flight South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) commonly known as the Betway Premiership. He currently plays for Kruger United FC in the Motsepe Foundation Championship and wears jersey number #43.
A crucial goal and an unforgettable performance! Hear from Bongumusa Nkosi as he shares his thoughts on last night’s victory. 💪⚽ #OurCityOurTeam #Nkosi.
#MarumoGallants #NedbankCup #Chatsworth Durban City midfielder Bongumusa Nkosi spoke to us ahead of their Nedbank Cup quarter-final game against Marumo Gallants at Chatsworth Stadium in Chatsworth, KwaZulu-Natal, on Sunday, 9 March 2025.
Golden Arrows have made three more signings to bring their total to 11 this transfer window, adding Bongumusa Nkosi (attacking midfielder, from Royal AM), Themba Mantshiyane (left-back/left winger, from Free State Stars), and Sazi Gumbi (attacking midfielder, from Stone Breakers).
Bongumusa Nkosi scored his first GladAfrica Championship goal of the season for Real Kings, in a match against TS Galaxy at Mpumalanga Stadium..
Ricardo Nascimento and Bongumusa Nkosi. Picture by Royal AM
Hey footies, how about some lesson in humility from Bongumusa Nkosi.