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Former Orlando Pirates striker Tendai Ndoro.
Former Zimbabwe, Orlando Pirates and Ajax Cape Town striker, Tendai Ndoro, has died at the age of 40.
Details surrounding his death remain unclear, but it is believed he was found unresponsive at his apartment in Johannesburg on Monday.
Ndoro impressed at Zimbabwean side Chicken Inn and caught the eye of Mpumalanga Black Aces in the Premier Soccer League.
He later moved to Pirates, Ajax Cape Town and Highlands Park.
Ndoro played 112 matches for Pirates and 14 internationals for the Zimbabwe Warriors.
He retired after playing in 2020 due to illness.
In a statement, his former club Orlando Pirates extended their heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.
Orlando Pirates Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former striker, Tendai Ndoro (2015–2017).
The club extend heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.
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— Orlando Pirates (@orlandopirates) August 18, 2025
