This archive report was first published on 13 August 2019.
Kenyan Premier League (KPL) fans can expect a familiar face back in action this season, as former Gor Mahia defender Karim Nizigiyimana has signed with Wazito on a two-year deal.
According to Karim, the main reason for his return to the KPL is the lack of good playing surfaces in Uganda, where he played for Vipers SC.
“Vipers is a good club and I enjoyed my time there. They have an amazing stadium, but the rest of the teams in the Ugandan top-tier play in very bad pitches. That is the main reason I opted to come back to the KPL with Wazito,” Karim told Nation Sport on Tuesday.
Karim's return to the KPL marks a significant comeback for the Burundian international, who was part of the 2015 Gor Mahia squad that won the league unbeaten. He was named the defender of the year that season, but his time with Gor Mahia was cut short due to a serious ankle injury sustained in October 2017.
Despite the setback, Karim has made a successful recovery and is now looking to prove himself in the KPL once again. “I had arguably the best time of my career with Gor Mahia and I am obviously happy to be back in Kenya although with a different team,” Karim says.
“The injury was a huge set back but I recovered well and played over 20 matches for Vipers so physically, I am okay. I am here to prove that I am still a good player – fans should expect a better version of the Karim that they saw in 2015. I am here for business, to do my very best and ensure Wazito compete and win matches in the KPL.”
