End of the road for Bhasera at Siwelele FC
Former Zimbabwe defender Onismor Bhasera has been let go by Betway Premiership side Siwelele FC, ahead of the 2026/27 season, South Africa’s FARPost has revealed.
Bhasera has been absent from Siwelele FC gatherings and was left out of pre-season after being dismissed at the end of the 2025/26 campaign.
The 40-year-old joined the Bloemfontein club after ending his playing career at SuperSport United[now Siwelele FC]. He moved straight into coaching, having started his badges while still at Matsatsantsa.
Bhasera’s exit comes as head coach Lehlohonolo Seema brings in new faces. Bhasera was informed in June that his services were no longer needed at Siwelele FC, and his absence from the club has confirmed his silent exit.
Meanwhile, the club has brought in Musi Matlaba as a temporary technical consultant to assist with scouting and recruitment. Mario Masha has also been appointed as second assistant after leaving Mamelodi Sundowns.
ONISMOR BHASERA’S JOURNEY IN SOUTH AFRICA
Onismor Bhasera during his time at SuperSport United [now Siwelele FC]. Picture by SuperSport United
Bhasera made his name as a left-back at SuperSport United in the PSL. He also turned out for Bidvest Wits, Maritzburg United and Kaizer Chiefs in South Africa, and Plymouth Argyle in England’s Football League.
He started his South African career at Maritzburg United from 2005 to 2007, where his displays at left-back quickly drew attention from bigger clubs.
He then joined Kaizer Chiefs from 2007 to 2010 and became a key player for Amakhosi, helping them lift the 2008 Telkom Knockout and the 2008 MTN8.
After a spell in England with Plymouth Argyle, he returned home to join Bidvest Wits between 2013 and 2016, where he anchored the Clever Boys’ defence.
Bhasera finished his playing days at SuperSport United from 2016 to 2024, bringing veteran experience before retiring to move into coaching at Matsatsantsa.
In total, he enjoyed a 19-year professional career in South Africa. For Zimbabwe, Bhasera earned 40 caps across all CAF competitions.
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