Durban - The president of the Royal AM Football Club has confirmed that the club is under curatorship following a preservation order that was obtained by the SA Revenue Service.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Shauwn Mkhize said the club was working with the curator to ensure that salaries were paid.
Reports indicated that players had gone on strike due to unpaid salaries, resulting in the club missing one of its games.
Mkhize said: “Royal AM Football Club wishes to address the unfortunate situation regarding the non-payment of salaries for December 2023, affecting our valued players, technical team, and staff. We acknowledge the hardship this has caused and extend our heartfelt apologies to those impacted, including their families.
“As many are aware, the club is currently under curatorship following a preservation order obtained by SARS. While this has resulted in the temporary appointment of a curator, Mr Jaco Venter, to oversee the club’s assets and operations, we want to assure all stakeholders that Royal AM remains committed to resolving this matter as swiftly as possible,“ she said.
Mkhize said the club’s management team, led by the CEO and General Manager, has been working diligently with the curator to secure the necessary permissions to release funds for salary payments.
“It has always been the ethos of Royal AM to prioritise the well-being of our personnel, and we remain dedicated to upholding that principle despite the current challenges.
“We appreciate the patience and support of our players, staff, and their families during this difficult time. Additionally, we thank our fans, sponsors, and broader stakeholders for their continued trust and loyalty.
She said Royal AM is committed to preserving the integrity of the club and ensuring its long-term success.
“We remain optimistic that this situation will be resolved soon, and we will provide timely updates as developments unfold,” Mkhize concluded.