AFC Leopards bolsters squad with Gambian forward Ceesay signing
By Joel Masibo, July 29, 2026Football Kenya Federation Premier League giants AFC Leopards have bolstered their squad ahead of the new season with the signing of Gambian forward Musa Ceesay.
In a club statement on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, Ingwe announced the development as the team continues pre-season preparations in Nakuru County. The prolific striker joins the 1998 KPL champions from Gambian Premier League side Falcon FC.
Ceesay has also featured for Gambian side Real de Banjul FC played in the CAF Champions League qualifiers. The forward also represented The Gambia U-23 side. He was also part of the 2025 CHAN squad of the national team.
As the rebuild continues at the den, AFC Leopards have also confirmed the signing of winger Namaan Balecho from coastal side Bandari FC.
In a club statement released on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, Ingwe confirmed that the former Tusker FC winger has penned a two-year deal with coach Fred Ambani’s charges.
“AFC Leopards is happy to announce that winger Eric Namaan Balecho has joined the club for a period of two years.” The statement said in brief. The former AFC Leopards Youth player joins Leopards from FKF-PL side Bandari FC. Balecho has previously featured for Murang’a Seal and Tusker FC.
Still active in the transfer business, AFC Leopards on Monday, July 27, 2026, confirmed that Ugandan international Taddeo Lwanga has joined the outfit from Ugandan Premier League side Vipers FC.
Lwanga, a software engineer is capped 26 times by Uganda Cranes. Ingwe has described him as a midfielder who brings massive experience to Fred Ambani’s squad, having also previously featured for Rwandan and Tanzanian giants APR FC and Simba SC respectively. He joins compatriot Samuel Ssenyonjo at the Den.
Omune departs
For AFC Leopards, the striking force reinforcement happens after the departure of club captain Victor Omune following the expiration of his contract, bringing an end to his five-year stay with the Football Kenya Federation Premier League side.
In a statement released by the club on Sunday, July 26, 2026, Ingwe paid tribute to the experienced forward, describing him as more than just a player and thanking him for his leadership and dedication throughout his time at the club.
The club praised Omune for representing the famous blue and white colours with pride, commitment, and passion, noting that his influence extended beyond the pitch. AFC Leopards said his leadership inspired teammates, boosted morale, and helped create memorable moments during his spell with the club.
The club expressed its gratitude to the outgoing captain for his service and wished him the very best as he embarks on the next stage of his football career.