Gilbert Mugisha is set to Begin a New Chapter in Botswana.
Rwandan footballer Gilbert Mugisha is on his way to Botswana to join Jwaneng Galaxy, following the expiry of his contract with APR FC in June 2026.
Mugisha departed Kigali on Saturday, August 8, 2026, aboard a RwandAir flight bound for South Africa, where he will connect to another flight to Botswana.
The 30-year-old midfielder received an invitation from Jwaneng Galaxy and is expected to sign a two-year contract, subject to the completion of the final formalities.
If the move is completed, Mugisha will reunite with Belgian coach Ivan Minnaert, who recently took charge of Jwaneng Galaxy after leaving Uganda's Vipers, whom he guided to the Ugandan Premier League title.
The potential reunion is particularly interesting because Minnaert and Mugisha have worked together before. The two were part of Rayon Sports in 2018, making their return together a familiar one.
Mugisha joined APR FC in 2021 and played an important role in the club's domestic success, helping the team win several trophies. He was also part of the APR side that made history by winning both the league title and the Peace Cup in the same season, a feat the club achieved in two consecutive campaigns.
His expected arrival comes as Jwaneng Galaxy looks to strengthen its squad under Minnaert. The Belgian coach brings extensive experience in African football, having won league titles in different parts of the continent, including North and East Africa.
One of Minnaert's key duties will be to guide Jwaneng Galaxy to the Botswana Premier League title. Last season, the club finished second, five points behind champions Gaborone United.
However, Jwaneng Galaxy is far from a minor force in Botswana football. The club has already won the country's domestic cup, earning the right to represent Botswana in the CAF Confederation Cup.
