Golden Arrows head coach Mandla Ncikazi has attracted attention following his remarks about family matters, personal challenges and the importance of maintaining dignity when discussing people close to you.

Ncikazi, who recently returned to Abafana Bes’thende after spending five years at Orlando Pirates, made it clear that he does not believe in publicly exposing the difficulties experienced by people or families.

Using a familiar expression, the experienced tactician reportedly remarked that every household has a toilet, suggesting that every family has private challenges that should not necessarily become public discussions.

"Every house has a toilet. As a man, you don't tell people about the challenges your family has," Ncikazi said.

He further emphasised his position with the declaration that he would never speak badly about anyone, reflecting his apparent belief in discretion, respect and protecting people's dignity despite whatever disagreements or difficulties might exist.

The comments have generated interest, particularly given Ncikazi's high-profile departure from Orlando Pirates and his return to Golden Arrows as head coach.

The 57-year-old left the Buccaneers after a successful five-year spell during which he was part of a technical team that secured several domestic trophies, won the league title and reached major continental competitions.

His return to Golden Arrows represents another important chapter in his coaching career. During his previous spell, he guided the Durban-based outfit to a historic fourth-place finish in the Premiership in the 2020/21 season, their highest league position.

Ncikazi now faces the responsibility of rebuilding the team and restoring its competitiveness in South African football.

While his latest remarks have attracted attention beyond football, they also highlight a broader conversation about privacy, loyalty and how people handle sensitive family matters in public.

For Ncikazi, the message appears straightforward: personal and family difficulties should not become ammunition for public criticism.

Sources: Recent coverage by SABC Sport and iDiski Times provides background on Ncikazi's return to Golden Arrows. The specific family-related quotation has not been independently verified in those reports.

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