Tanzania, July 9 -- Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian giants Simba SC will make their return to the Cecafa Kagame Cup after a seven-year absence as they seek to reclaim their position among East Africa's dominant clubs.

The tournament, which brings together top teams from the Council of East and Central African Football Associations (CECAFA) region, will be hosted by Rwanda from July 24 to August 8, 2026, with matches scheduled at Amahoro National Stadium and Kigali Pele Stadium.

Simba's return marks their first appearance in the regional championship since 2018, when they reached the knockout stage before losing 2-1 to fellow Tanzanian side Azam FC.

The Msimbazi giants are the most successful club in the history of the competition, having won ...