A top football agent has lifted the lid on the huge salary differences among players in the Betway Premiership, revealing that some professionals in South Africa’s top division earn as little as R4 000 per month.
Karabo Mathang-Tshabuse, who represents several Betway Premiership players, made the revelation during an appearance on Sports Night Amplified with Andile Ncube on Metro FM.
The agent was asked whether players in the country’s top-flight league still earn below R10 000 per month, and she confirmed that low-paying contracts remain a reality for some footballers.
Agent Questions Low-Paying ‘Professional’ Contracts
Mathang-Tshabuse revealed that she recently came across a player contract worth only R4 000 per month, raising concerns about the financial conditions faced by some footballers competing at the highest level.
She questioned whether players earning such amounts can truly be classified as professional athletes, considering the demands and sacrifices required to compete in the Betway Premiership.
The revelation highlights the major financial gap within South African football, where some players struggle on modest wages while others command significantly higher salaries.
Some PSL Stars Earn Hundreds of Thousands Monthly
While some players earn relatively low salaries, Mathang-Tshabuse explained that the opposite end of the scale includes contracts worth hundreds of thousands of rand per month.
The football agent revealed that some of the biggest deals she has handled were close to R800 000 per month, although those contracts were from before the COVID-19 period when clubs had different financial structures.
Her comments show the contrasting realities within the Betway Premiership — a league where a small group of elite players earn top-level salaries, while others face financial challenges despite playing professionally.
Financial Divide Remains a Major Talking Point in SA Football
Mathang-Tshabuse currently represents several players across top-flight clubs, including stars from teams such as Sekhukhune United, Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs.
Her client list includes players such as Monnapule Saleng, Cassius Mailula, Thabo Moloisane and Yusuf Maart, among others.
The salary revelations have sparked debate around player welfare, contract standards, and whether professional footballers in South Africa are being adequately compensated.
The question now remains: Should minimum salary standards be introduced in the Betway Premiership to protect players?
