Moroka Swallows legend Steve Sekano has thrown his support behind Walter Mokoena’s ambitious vision of transforming the Dube Birds into a major sporting brand comparable to Spanish giants FC Barcelona and Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly SC.

Mokoena’s vision involves expanding Moroka Swallows beyond football by establishing multiple sporting codes under the club’s name. The proposed approach is aimed at developing the Dube Birds into a broader sporting institution with a presence across different sporting disciplines.

Sekano, who remains an important figure in the history of Moroka Swallows, has endorsed the idea, expressing support for the ambition to take the club beyond its traditional football identity.

The vision draws inspiration from internationally recognised sporting institutions such as FC Barcelona and Al Ahly SC, which have established themselves as major sporting brands through their involvement in different sporting activities.

Barcelona, for instance, is widely recognised for its football team but also operates sporting sections in basketball, handball, futsal and other disciplines. Similarly, Al Ahly has built a strong sporting identity in Egypt through its participation in several sports.

Mokoena’s ambition is to see Moroka Swallows follow a comparable model by creating opportunities for the club to compete in different sporting codes while strengthening its brand and community presence.

Such an expansion could potentially open new opportunities for talent development, sponsorships, partnerships and greater involvement from supporters.

For Moroka Swallows, the proposal represents an opportunity to build on the club’s history and reputation in South African sport. The Dube Birds have a long-standing connection with their supporters and remain one of the recognisable names in the country’s football history.

Sekano’s endorsement adds support to Mokoena’s plans, particularly as the club considers ways to strengthen its identity and establish a broader sporting future.

However, details regarding the specific sporting codes to be introduced, the implementation timeline and the financial arrangements behind the proposal have not yet been provided.

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