Tue, Jun 23rd, 2026

Nim Media
FootballJan 27, 2026

Uganda Cranes striker Steven Dese Mukwala confirms departure from Tanzanian giants Simba SC

Nsereko Musoke Isa avatar

Byline

Nsereko Musoke Isa

Jan 27, 20262 min readJan 27, 2026

Share this story

Uganda Cranes striker Steven Dese Mukwala confirms departure from Tanzanian giants Simba SC
Uganda Cranes striker Steven Dese Mukwala has confirmed his departure from Tanzanian giants Simba SC, citing disagreements over his role in the club. Mukwala, who joined Simba in June 2024 from Asante Kotoko, played 24 games and scored 13 goals for the Tanzanian side. “𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐬𝐜 🙏. 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨ries 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 ❤️. […]

Uganda Cranes striker Steven Dese Mukwala has confirmed his departure from Tanzanian giants Simba SC, citing disagreements over his role in the club.

Mukwala, who joined Simba in June 2024 from Asante Kotoko, played 24 games and scored 13 goals for the Tanzanian side.

“𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐬𝐜 🙏. 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨ries 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 ❤️. 𝐓𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐰𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧. 𝐁𝐲𝐞,” Mukwala wrote on his social media accounts.

Courtesy Photo | Steven Dese Mukwala in action for Uganda Cranes

Reports suggest Simba wanted to loan Mukwala to Gor Mahia in Kenya, but the player declined.

With the signing of Libasse Gueye and Clatous Chama’s return, Simba reportedly felt Mukwala was surplus to requirements.

Mukwala might be headed to Libya to join Al Nasr Bengazi.

Filed under

Comments

Join the conversation

Readers can react, ask questions, and add context directly below the story.

0 comments

Community note

Moderation, threaded discussion, and the most useful replies can all be managed natively inside WordPress as this site grows.

Previous story

Vipers SC host Police in Uganda Premier League top of the table clash
FootballJan 27, 2026

Vipers SC host Police in Uganda Premier League top of the table clash

A highly anticipated Uganda Premier League encounter between Vipers SC and Police FC is set to unfold on Tuesday evening at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende. The two teams are in excellent form, with Vipers beating URA 3-0 last weekend and Police overcoming Calvary 2-0 earlier in the week. Vipers, led by their formidable attacking lineup […]

Next story

Namboole Stadium upgrade to start in February as Uganda prepares for AFCON 2027
AFCONJan 26, 2026

Namboole Stadium upgrade to start in February as Uganda prepares for AFCON 2027

Uganda is making significant strides in preparing its facilities for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027, with the National Council of Sports (NCS) confirming that the Namboole Stadium upgrade will commence in February. “After setting everything up, the Namboole Stadium upgrade is to start this February. The money for that job shall be coming […]

Bosco handed Ntugasaze job as club gears up for top-flight test

Bosco handed Ntugasaze job as club gears up for top-flight test

As Ntugasaze FC prepare for life in the Uganda Premier League, the club has moved to reinforce its technical bench with the appointment of experienced tactician Dudu Bosco as head coach ahead of the 2026/27 season. The decision reflects both ambition and compliance. FUFA’s directive requiring all top-flight head coaches to hold a CAF A […]

Kyaggwe, Ssingo and Buddu set early pace as Masaza Cup sparks to life

Kyaggwe, Ssingo and Buddu set early pace as Masaza Cup sparks to life

Matchday One of the 2026 Buganda Masaza Cup burst into life with a blend of tight contests, statement victories and early signals of intent, as Kyaggwe, Ssingo, Buddu, Butambala and Busujju emerged as the opening day winners. Kyaggwe delivered arguably the most composed performance of the round, grinding out a disciplined 1-0 away victory over […]

Trinity Catholic High School – Nalweyo assert supremacy at USSSA Kakumiro qualifiers, clinch four titles

Trinity Catholic High School – Nalweyo assert supremacy at USSSA Kakumiro qualifiers, clinch four titles

Trinity Catholic High School – Nalweyo delivered a commanding statement at the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) Kakumiro District National Ball Games II qualifiers, securing four of the six trophies on offer in a display of all-round dominance. The Nalweyo-based institution were crowned champions in Netball, Boys’ Volleyball, Girls’ Volleyball, and Girls’ Football, underlining […]