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Kitara FC have strengthened their squad with the signing of experienced striker Karim Ndugwa on a two-year deal. The forward joins the Royals as part of the club’s ambitious recruitment drive ahead of a historic CAF Confederation Cup campaign after their Uganda Cup triumph.
Uganda Premier League side Kitara FC have bolstered their attacking department with the signing of experienced forward Karim Ndugwa, adding another proven goal scorer to their squad ahead of the new season.
The Hoima-based club officially confirmed the transfer on Friday, July 24, 2026, announcing that the veteran striker has penned a two-year contract after joining as a free agent following the expiry of his deal with BUL FC.
In a statement released by the club, Kitara expressed delight at securing the services of one of the league’s most experienced attackers.
“The latest addition is striker Karim Ndugwa, who has signed a two-year deal with the Hoima-based side,”
part of the club statement read.
Ndugwa’s signature had attracted interest from several clubs during the transfer window, but Kitara ultimately won the race, underlining the club’s ambition to assemble a competitive squad capable of challenging on multiple fronts next season.
Speaking shortly after completing the move, the towering striker expressed his excitement at beginning a new chapter in his career and pledged his commitment to helping the Royals achieve their objectives.
“It’s a joy for me to join Kitara FC. I hope we can achieve success together,”
Ndugwa told the club’s media team.
Renowned for his intelligent movement, physical presence and clinical finishing, Ndugwa arrives with a wealth of top-flight experience that is expected to add greater firepower to Kitara’s frontline. The club believes his proven goal-scoring instincts will provide another attacking dimension as preparations for the upcoming campaign gather momentum.
Throughout his career, the seasoned forward has represented several of Uganda’s biggest clubs, including SC Villa, URA FC, Express FC, Wakiso Giants, Mbarara City, Victors FC and most recently BUL FC, where he completed his contract before making the switch to Kitara.
Beyond Uganda, Ndugwa has also enjoyed spells abroad with AFC Leopards in Kenya, Hambericho in Ethiopia and Horseed in Somalia, experience that further strengthens a Kitara squad eager to build on recent progress and compete for major honours in the forthcoming Uganda Premier League season.
Kitara’s acquisition of Karim Ndugwa underscores the club’s determination to assemble a squad capable of meeting the heightened demands of continental football. Having secured the 2025/26 Stanbic Uganda Cup title, the Royals booked their place in the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup, a historic achievement that has intensified efforts to strengthen the squad with proven quality and experience.
Ndugwa becomes the latest high-profile addition in Kitara’s ambitious recruitment drive as the Hoima-based outfit continues to reinforce every department ahead of the new campaign. The experienced striker joins fellow new arrivals goalkeeper Joel Mutakubwa, Nicholas Kasozi, Diego Missi Ssemugera, Jackson Sembatya, Martin Kizza Lubwama, Jeromy Kirya and Ghanaian defender Christopher Bonney, reflecting the club’s clear intent to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level.
With both domestic and continental challenges awaiting, Kitara will look to their new recruits to provide the quality, depth and winning mentality needed to navigate a demanding season. Ndugwa’s vast experience, leadership and proven eye for goal make him a significant addition to the Royals’ attacking ranks as they seek to make a memorable debut in the CAF Confederation Cup while sustaining their push for silverware on the domestic front.
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