Ivan Ahimbisibwe has rejoined KCCA FC only 35 days after moving to Zakho SC, providing a major Uganda Premier League boost.
Ivan Ahimbisibwe has completed a remarkable return to KCCA FC, only 35 days after leaving the Lugogo club for Iraqi Stars League side Zakho Sports Club. The Uganda Premier League Golden Boot winner is back where he produced his best football, giving the Kasasiro Boys a proven solution to their early-season scoring problems.
KCCA FC confirmed the striker’s return, welcoming “The Hunter” back to the capital. His comeback follows a brief and unexpected chapter in Iraq, where a move that appeared to mark the next stage of his career ended almost as quickly as it began.
A Dramatic Transfer Turnaround
The timeline makes Ahimbisibwe’s return striking. On August 14, 2026, KCCA announced his permanent transfer to Zakho. By September 18, reports confirmed that he had rejoined KCCA after just 35 days.
| Date | Development |
| July 1, 2025 | Ahimbisibwe joins KCCA from URA FC |
| 2025/26 season | Striker wins the UPL Golden Boot with 14 goals |
| August 14, 2026 | KCCA confirms his permanent move to Zakho SC |
| September 18, 2026 | “The Hunter” returns to KCCA after 35 days |
Neither club has detailed why the Iraq spell ended early, and the financial and contractual terms surrounding his KCCA return have not been disclosed.
Golden Boot Quality Returns to Lugogo
Ahimbisibwe arrived at KCCA from URA in July 2025 and quickly became the focal point of Brian Ssenyondo’s attack. He scored 14 goals in 27 league appearances during the 2025/26 campaign and supplied three assists, finishing as the Uganda Premier League’s top scorer.
Those numbers reflected more than finishing ability. Ahimbisibwe offered physical presence, intelligent movement and a dependable target through the middle. He could occupy central defenders, attack crosses and create room for teammates arriving from deeper positions. His goals repeatedly turned tight contests in KCCA’s favour.
Why KCCA Needed Him Back
The timing could hardly be better for the Kasasiro Boys. KCCA opened the 2026/27 league season with 2-0 defeats against NEC and Express before drawing 0-0 with promoted Kigezi Homeboyz. They failed to score in all three fixtures and collected only one point.
Their first victory arrived through a 1-0 home win over Kataka, with Emmanuel Anyama scoring in the 58th minute. The result brought relief, but it also meant KCCA had managed just one goal across their opening four league matches. New Vision’s match report underlined how long the side had waited for its first goal and victory.
Ahimbisibwe’s return does not automatically solve every attacking weakness, but it gives KCCA a recognised penalty-box presence. His ability to convert limited chances may prove decisive in matches where possession has not produced enough clear openings.
KCCA Win the Race Ahead of Vipers
The forward appeared close to joining Vipers after his Iraqi stay ended. Kawowo reported that negotiations with the champions had intensified, while KCCA continued monitoring the situation.
Securing him despite that competition is therefore an important statement. KCCA have not only strengthened their own attack; they have prevented a direct rival from adding the previous season’s top scorer to an already powerful squad. For supporters frustrated by the regular departure of leading players, bringing one back so quickly offers a welcome reversal.
What Ahimbisibwe Adds Tactically
Ssenyondo can build his attack around a natural centre-forward again. Ahimbisibwe can play between the posts, hold the ball under pressure and make aggressive runs behind a high defensive line. His presence should give KCCA’s wide players a clear crossing target and allow attacking midfielders to exploit second balls near the box.
Expectations must remain realistic. Ahimbisibwe may require time to recover full match sharpness, while KCCA must improve their chance creation rather than expecting one player to repair the entire attack.
Why the Return Matters for Ugandan Football
For the Uganda Premier League, the comeback restores one of the competition’s most reliable goalscorers. It adds intrigue to the title race and provides local fans with another proven attraction at Lugogo and around the country.
At KCCA, he can rebuild momentum, compete for honours and keep himself visible to Uganda Cranes selectors. Strong domestic performances could reopen international opportunities under better conditions.
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Verdict
Ivan Ahimbisibwe’s return is a timely and potentially season-changing move for KCCA FC. They have recovered a striker who knows the club, understands the league and has already demonstrated elite domestic finishing. After scoring once in four opening matches, KCCA could scarcely have found a more suitable attacking reinforcement.
The unexplained end to his Zakho spell will attract curiosity, but football will deliver the most meaningful answer. If “The Hunter” quickly rediscovers his Golden Boot form, this dramatic 35-day journey could become the turning point in KCCA’s campaign.
