Tanzanian Premier League champions Young Africans SC (Yanga) have secured one of the biggest transfer coups in East African football history, completing the signing of Namibia and Mamelodi Sundowns legend Peter Shalulile on a free transfer.
The 32-year-old striker closes a glittering six-year chapter at Chloorkop, where he established himself as the all-time leading goalscorer of the PSL era. Yanga reportedly beat off fierce competition from clubs across South Africa, Egypt, Sudan, the Gulf region, and crosstown rivals Simba SC to land the marquee signing.
Reuniting with Manqoba Mngqithi in Dar es Salaam
A key catalyst in securing Shalulile’s signature was his reunion with head coach Manqoba Mngqithi, who previously coached the prolific forward during his peak years at Sundowns.
The club celebrated the announcement on social media:
“THANK YOU GSM. THANK YOU BILLIONAIRE. The best striker in Africa PETER SHALULILE is our asset the citizens.”
Yanga acted swiftly to fill the void left by departing forward Prince Dube, identifying the Namibian captain as the ultimate frontline leader to anchor their domestic title defense and CAF Champions League ambitions.
The Record-Breaking Legacy of ‘Sha-Sha’
Shalulile leaves South African football as one of the most decorated and lethal goalscorers in continental history:
- 136 Goals in All Competitions: Scored across six dominant seasons with Mamelodi Sundowns.
- 133 PSL Era Goals: Surpassed Siyabonga Nomvethe to become the undisputed all-time top scorer in PSL history across 298 appearances.
- Trophy Cabinet: Lifted five consecutive Betway Premiership titles, the MTN8, the Nedbank Cup, and the inaugural African Football League (AFL) trophy.
- CAF Champions League Pioneer: First player representing a South African club to reach 20 career goals in the CAF Champions League.
Known for his relentless work rate, aerial prowess, and clinical instincts inside the box, the Namibian skipper brings elite continental experience to Wananchi as they chase glory both in the NBC Premier League and on the African stage.
