Niyonzima finds redemption with Red Roses

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Glory: Niyonzima will get a winner's medal. PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Khalid Niyonzima’s season at Gaborone United (GU) has been one of shifting roles, rising pressure and quiet resilience. Months after stepping into one of the most demanding jobs in local football, only to later be moved away from the senior men’s bench, the Burundian tactician is now set to end the campaign with silverware in his hands.

For Niyonzima, the 2025-2026 season has been filled with sharp turns. Yet just when it appeared his influence within the club structures was fading, he resurfaced through the Red Roses and guided the women’s side back to the summit.

On Sunday afternoon, Niyonzima led GU to the BH National Women’s First Division League Southern Stream title following a commanding 5-0 victory over BDF XI at GU Stadium.

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