Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — Young Africans Sports Club (Yanga SC), the defending Tanzanian Mainland Premier League champions, have announced the signing of midfielder Mohammed Damaro from Singida Black Stars ahead of the 2026 campaign and ongoing Mapinduzi Cup tournament in Zanzibar.

The arrival of Damaro signals another bold move by the Jangwani Street giants as they look to reinforce their squad depth and creativity in midfield — a key area of focus as they pursue both domestic glory and continental ambitions.

Damaro Reported for Training with Yanga

Mohammed Damaro, noted for his impressive displays with Singida Black Stars last season, has already joined first-team training at Yanga and is available for immediate selection for the Mapinduzi Cup — a prestigious pre-season competition that draws clubs from across East Africa and beyond.

Club insiders say Damaro has settled in well and is working hard to integrate into coach Pedro Gonçalves’s tactical setup as Yanga seek to maintain their dominance at the top of Tanzanian football.

Uncertainty Surrounds Tchakei Transfer

While Damaro’s transfer has been wrapped up efficiently, fellow Singida Black Stars star Marouf Tchakei’s potential move to Yanga remains unresolved. Negotiations are ongoing, and the midfielder has not yet joined his prospective teammates in camp.

Reports emerging on social platforms suggested a possible multi-player deal involving Mousa Balla Conte and Mohamed Doumbia moving in the opposite direction to Singida, but those talks are currently stalled with players still training at Yanga pending final agreements on personal terms.

Club Statements & Inside Sources

Speaking on the developments, Singida Black Stars’ information officer Hussein Masanza confirmed Damaro’s departure, while remaining tight-lipped on the Tchakei situation until further clarity is reached.

It is true that Damaro has joined Yanga. As for Tchakei, I currently do not have full details on the matter. The club will release a statement when all processes are complete.

— Hussein Masanza

Why This Transfer Matters

  • Midfield Reinforcement: Damaro brings experience and technical ability to a Yanga midfield seeking consistency in high-pressure matches.
  • Strategic Squad Building: Yanga remain one of the most successful clubs in Tanzania, with a record of multiple league titles and strong supporter backing.
  • Fan Excitement: Supporters are eager to see how the new arrivals will impact performance in the league’s second half and in regional competitions such as the Mapinduzi Cup.

As the Tanzanian Premier League’s defending champions and regular contenders in continental tournaments, Yanga SC will be hoping both Damaro and potentially Tchakei can elevate the squad’s quality — but negotiations will be key to finalizing the remaining transfer pieces.