Despite a delayed debut in the Tanzanian Premier League, Kenyan midfielder Shaphan Siwa has wasted no time in making an impact at Kagera Sugar.The 27-year-old, who joined from Kenyan giants Tusker, is now focused on helping his new club escape the relegation zone.Siwa was signed after a stellar half-season with Tusker, where he notched 12 assists and two goals in just 15 matches.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News!!!His outstanding form made him a prime target for Kagera, who capitalized on his contract expiration to secure his services with an improved financial package.##NAJAVA_MECA_8823724##However, his debut was delayed for almost a month due to paperwork issues.Once cleared, he wasted no time in proving his worth, scoring a crucial equalizer in their 2-1 win against Pamba Jiji in the league.That victory lifted Kagera off the automatic relegation places and into the playoff zone.With 19 points, Kagera is now three points behind Pamba and one above the relegation-threatened Tanzania Prisons.OFFICIAL: Norwegian club reveal reason for signing Gor Mahia’s Rooney OnyangoSiwa remains optimistic that his contributions can propel the team not just to safety but also towards a top-ten finish.Speaking exclusively to Telecomasia.net from Kagera, Siwa shared his confidence in turning things around.“I am very confident—not just in myself, but in the whole team. The gap between us and safety is small, and we only need to win the next three or so matches to be right back in it. It’s not an ideal situation for any player, but we’ve embraced the challenge and are working hard to overcome it,” Siwa said.Former Gor Mahia coach explains why West African players are more successful than Kenyan counterpartsHe attributed the team’s improvement to their new coach, whose arrival has injected fresh belief and structure into the squad.“The new coach has brought a lot of confidence to the team. Even in training, there’s a new energy and motivation. He has changed our approach, and on matchdays, we now have a clear plan of what we want to achieve. He’s given us the freedom to express ourselves, which has helped us play better and dominate more.”Siwa and his teammates remain determined to keep up their resurgence, and with momentum on their side, Kagera Sugar’s fight for survival continues.
