Written by Richard KimaroTanzania sports betting writer
Published 9 November 2026
Young Africans have appointed South African coach Fadlu Davids as their new head coach, replacing compatriot Manqoba Mngqithi, who recently parted ways with the club.
Yanga officially announced Davids’ appointment on Saturday 7 November, marking his return to Tanzanian football after previous spells with Simba SC and Moroccan side Raja Casablanca.
The appointment creates an interesting new chapter in the Kariakoo rivalry, with Davids now taking charge of the club he used to face as Simba coach.
From Simba to Yanga
During his time at Simba, Davids guided the Msimbazi side to the 2024/25 CAF Confederation Cup final, where they lost 3-1 on aggregate to Morocco’s RS Berkane.
After leaving Simba in September 2025, Davids returned to Raja Casablanca as head coach. He left the Moroccan club in June 2026 and had been without a team until Yanga secured his services.
Speaking after arriving in Tanzania, Davids expressed his excitement about returning, describing the country as home and saying he was happy to join the club.
A new challenge at Jangwani
Davids inherits a Yanga side chasing a sixth consecutive NBC Premier League title and preparing for the CAF Champions League group stage.
The challenge is significant, with Simba currently leading the league standings on 30 points after 10 matches, 5 points ahead of Yanga, who have 25 points.
The new coach will be expected to maintain Yanga’s domestic success while strengthening the club’s challenge for continental honours.
