Defending Tanzanian NBC Premier League champions Yanga SC have made one of the biggest transfer moves in African football by officially signing prolific Namibian international striker Peter Shalulile following the expiration of his contract with South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns.
The experienced forward joins the Jangwani-based club as a free agent and is expected to significantly strengthen Yanga's attacking options ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Nicknamed "Shasha," Shalulile arrives in Tanzania with an outstanding reputation after spending six highly successful years at Mamelodi Sundowns. During that period, he scored 130 league goals and established himself as the all-time leading scorer in South Africa's top flight.
The acquisition is widely regarded as one of the most significant and high-profile signings in East and Central African football in recent years.
At Yanga, Shalulile will reunite with head coach Manqoba Mngqithi, with whom he previously worked closely during their time together at Mamelodi Sundowns.
The reunion is expected to help the striker adapt quickly to Yanga's tactical system and begin making an immediate impact in front of goal.
Yanga's decision to pursue Shalulile was driven by several key factors:
- To fill the void left by striker Prince Dube following his return to Zimbabwe.
- To strengthen the squad after the injury challenges the club experienced last season.
- To add proven experience and quality for the club's CAF Champions League campaign.
Yanga supporters are expected to enjoy watching Shalulile, whose strengths include:
- Clinical finishing with both feet and strong aerial ability.
- Excellent pace and a constant ability to trouble opposition defenders.
- Intelligent movement off the ball and the ability to capitalize on even the smallest goal-scoring opportunities.
Reports indicate that the transfer was the result of a carefully planned recruitment strategy, with Yanga's senior leadership holding confidential negotiations over an extended period before reaching a full agreement with the player.
Shalulile's arrival underlines Yanga's ambition not only to defend their domestic titles but also to mount a serious challenge in the latter stages of the CAF Champions League this season.
