Simba appoint Janza as Technical Director

Former Chipolopolo head coach Honour Janza has taken up a prestigious new role as the Technical Director of Tanzanian giants Simba SC, marking another milestone for Zambian football professionals on the international stage. Janza, an elite Confederation of African Football (CAF) instructor and seasoned tactician, brings a wealth of administrative and technical experience to the Msimbazi street club. His career has traversed crucial milestones, most notably leading the Zambian national team to the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Equatorial Guinea. Janza is no stranger to the competitive East African football ecosystem. His previous engagements include a stint managing Tanzanian side Namungo FC in 2021 and serving in a caretaker capacity for the Tanzanian national team, the Taifa Stars. More recently, he served as the Technical Director for Zambian Super League side ZESCO United. Analysts note that his deep familiarity with Tanzanian football dynamics made him an ideal candidate to restructure Simba SC's technical framework, spanning youth development up to the senior men's team. The appointment is viewed across the continent as a testament to the tactical acumen and respect that Zambian coaches command beyond their borders. As Simba SC eyes deeper progression in regional and continental competitions, including the CAF Champions League, Janza's mandate will focus heavily on establishing a sustainable playing philosophy and streamlining technical operations. Local football enthusiasts have expressed immense pride in seeing a veteran Zambian trainer land such a commanding role at one of East Africa's most successful clubs. Back home, the move has sparked discussions regarding the export of Zambian football intellect and the challenges local clubs face in retaining top-tier technical administrators. While Zambia continues to produce world-class coaches and administrators, the financial allure and structural stability offered by elite regional clubs like Simba S