January 16, 2020
Kaze Takes Charge
Kagera Sugar have appointed experienced Burundian coach Cédric Kaze as their new head coach for the 2026/27 NBC Premier League campaign.
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Change After Kaseja
Kaze replaces Juma Kaseja, who helped Kagera Sugar return to the top flight but was dismissed after a difficult start to the season.
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Kagera’s Difficult Start
Kagera Sugar currently sit 15th with two points from six matches. Kaze’s first task is to stabilise the team and improve results.
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Tanzanian Football Experience
He has worked with several Tanzanian clubs, including Young Africans and Namungo FC.
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Experience at Young Africans
At Young Africans, Kaze worked as head coach and within the technical team alongside Nasreddine Nabi.
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Continental Experience
Kaze was part of the Young Africans setup during a successful period that included a run to the 2023 CAF Confederation Cup final.
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International Background
His coaching career also includes Atlético Olympic, Mukura Victory Sports and the Burundi national team.
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Tactical Approach
Kaze is associated with tactical flexibility and quick transitions.
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What Kaze Brings
With Tanzanian experience, international exposure and South African football knowledge, Cédric Kaze brings a broad coaching background to Kagera Sugar.
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Mission: Stability
The immediate objective is clear: improve performances, strengthen the defence and move Kagera Sugar away from the lower end of the table.