To see Fortune Makaringe, embraced by his home supporters in the community of Vosloorus, East of Johannesburg, was a marvel to see. The pride felt from the community at one of their own turning out for Orlando Pirates was tangible. The 31-year-old shares a deep affinity with his hometown and mingles with the locals, reciprocating the love he receives whenever he returns home. Soccer Laduma’s Delmain Faver caught up with the tricky player where amongst other things, he discussed his change of position, his and Pirates’ ability to adapt to various situations and his progress in grasping coach Jose Riveiro’s plans this season.
Delmain Faver: Fortune, you received so much love and affection from the community of Vosloorus, a place where you grew up in. What does it mean to you to get the support from your kasi and knowing that you are celebrated in your backyard?
Fortune Makaringe: I have to give thanks and show gratitude for the love that I’ve received. As they say, it takes a community to raise a child and I’m one of the few products that come from the township of Vosloorus. So, for me to be back in 1475, it means a lot because I look back and realise how much they’ve sacrificed for me to be an Orlando Pirates footballer. It’s all love!
