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FUFA Women Super League champions, Kampala Queens FC, have officially appointed Shakirah Nankwanga as their new club captain ahead of the 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League Zonal Qualifiers.
The announcement was made on Wednesday afternoon through the club’s official social media platforms, marking a new leadership chapter for the “Queens of Soccer” as they gear up for continental competition.
Nankwanga takes over the armband from Shamirah Nalugya, who left the club at the end of the 2024/25 season to join FC Minsk in Belarus. Her leadership will now be complemented by Jamirah Nabulime, who has been named vice-captain.
Shakira Nankwanga (L) and Jamirah Nabulime (R) both in blue in action
Kampala Queens are currently in Kenya ahead of the CAF Women’s Champions League Zonal Qualifiers, which officially begin today, Thursday, September 4, 2025. The Ugandan champions will open their campaign with a tough match against Kenya Police Bullets at 4:00 PM (EAT) at Nyayo Stadium.
The team, under the guidance of head coach Asefa Firew Haile Gabreal, will be looking to make a strong impression in the qualifiers as they chase a coveted spot in the final tournament of the CAF Women’s Champions League.
With Nankwanga now leading the team, Kampala Queens will hope her leadership can drive them to success on the continental stage.
