Ugandan midfielder Taddeo Lwanga has confirmed his departure from Rwandan football champions APR FC.
The 31-year-old announced the news on his social media platforms on June 13, posting a farewell message to the club’s management, teammates, fans, and support staff after two seasons with the side.
“As my time at APR FC comes to an end, my heart is full,” Lwanga wrote in a statement shared on X, formerly Twitter. “I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the club management, backroom staff, my teammates, and my family, who have supported me throughout my two-year journey with the club. It has truly been an absolute pleasure to be part of this team.”
In the same post, he acknowledged the emotional weight of the decision: “Writing this isn’t easy, but as footballers, we all understand that this day eventually comes. To the incredible fans – Murakoze cyane – I am deeply grateful for your unwavering support during my time at APR FC. I wish the club nothing but success in the future, and I’ll be announcing my next move in due course.”
Lwanga leaves the Kigali-based club after contract renewal talks reportedly fell through. He exits having won two league titles with APR FC since joining in mid-2023.
Looking ahead, he may return to play for a Ugandan club, potentially making him eligible for selection in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) squad in August 2025. Only players competing in their home country’s leagues are eligible for the CHAN tournament.
Lwanga’s career spans several clubs in East Africa and beyond. He featured for SC Villa in 2015, Express FC in 2014, and Vipers SC in 2017, before stints abroad with Egypt’s Tanta SC and Tanzanian giants Simba SC.
News of his departure sparked a wave of appreciation on X.
“Such an exceptional player you are,” one APR supporter, Kelly, wrote. “You have been a good player to our team… the discipline on and off the pitch you showed during your tenure at APR will keep making you a great player.”
Dushime Erick Castor added: “Thank you for your time brother, you made good moments with us. May God be with you to your next move.”
Ugandan artist Ykee Benda also weighed in: “True legend of the game. Professional as ever.”
Another fan, Tuyizere Onesphore, left a more personal message: “Engineer, all fans we are very happy according to everything you did for our team… APR is family. I wish you come visit APR as a club giant. Much respect. I will never forget your service—like the ceremony when we were given the cup at Amahoro Stadium. Thanks, brother.”
As Lwanga moves on, fans in Rwanda and Uganda will be watching closely for what comes next.
