Johannesburg - South Africa have recalled experienced striker Bernard Parker for the African Nations Cup as coach Ephraim Mashaba named his 23-man selection.

Parker, who plays for Kaizer Chiefs but previously had spells with Red Star Belgrade and FC Twente, has not featured for the national side since a 5-0 loss to Brazil in March.

His 23 goals in 68 internationals put him third on the country's all-time scoring list behind Benni McCarthy and Shaun Bartlett.

Mashaba named five overseas-based players in his squad, including Bournemouth striker Tokelo Rantie and Doncaster Rovers midfielder Dean Furman.

South Africa have been drawn in a difficult Group C along with Algeria, Ghana and Senegal for the Jan. 17-Feb. 8 tournament in Equatorial Guinea.