Tanzania Premier League side Simba SC has confirmed the signing of Uganda Cranes forward Steven Dese Mukwala.

Mukwala has joined the Tanzanian side on a three-employment contract that will see him play for Simba until June 2027.

Mukwala joins the Reds of Msimbabazi from Ghanaian side Asante Kotoko where he won many hearts and became a fans’ favourite.

In Ghana, Mukwala scored 25 league goals in the two seasons he played at Asante Kotoko.

Mukwala joins Simba SC at a time when they seek to rebuild and end Young Africans’ dominance in Tanzania.

Simba finished third on the log with 69 points. On the other hand, Young Africans accumulated 80 points in 30 games to win the 30th league title.

Mukwala joins the likes of Emmanuel Okwi, Simon Sserunkuma, Murushid Jjuuko and Taddeo Lwanga as the Ugandans who have played for Simba SC.

Uganda Cranes attacker Steven Desse Mukwala has bid farewell to Ghanaian side Asante Kotoko.

The announcement was confirmed through an emotional video that was posted on Monday morning.

“This is probably the saddest day of my life. As I say good to the home, that has given me a platform to grow my career. I want to thank His Majesty, the King who welcomed me to Ghana,” he emotionally said.

“I am greatly honoured by the words of wisdom of the King. I am glad to be part of the profound family. I hold you so dear in my heart because you are the best,” he stated.

The pacy forward shared his gratitude to the coaches, teammates, and fans who made his stay in Kumasi, Ghana worthy.

Mukwala’s name will forever be remembered in Ghana as he concluded the previous season as the club’s top scorer.

Reports indicate that several teams are chasing the forward’s signature, though Tanzania’s big spenders Simba SC is leading the race.

Steven Mukwala is eager to impress for Uganda Cranes ahead of the two 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

Uganda Cranes is to play Botswana and Algeria on Friday, June 7, before they return to action three days respectively later at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

Mukwala has been on form at the club, having scored 14 goals, and Ugandans hope that the forward carried along his scoring boots.

Having joined the camp on Tuesday, June 4, the forward will have to impress Paul Put to cut, though he is now focused towards helping his country.

“For now, the focus is on helping my country win, and I hope to carry my form at the club to the national team,” he stated.

“Since day one of my career, it is all about hard work and trying to be consistent, which I have done all my career,” he added.

The former Vipers forward called upon Ugandans to turn up in high numbers to ensure that they give the boys the much-needed ambience.

“I call upon Ugandans to turn up in big numbers. For me, big numbers mean big motivation as they cheer us, so we call upon all Ugandans to come and support us.”

The Cranes are pitted in Group G along Algeria, Botswana, Guinea, Mozambique, and Somalia.

After the two games played, Uganda Cranes registered one victory and lost one sitting fourth on the log with three points.