ABOUT THE ACADEMY
BUILDING THE FUTURE OF TANZANIAN FOOTBALL
Founded in 2023 and officially incorporated in Dar es Salaam, Hornets Masaki Football Academy was born from a simple yet powerful vision: to be the best at football basics and create real opportunities for Tanzanian footballers.
Operating from Masaki Sports Park and The Green Sports Park, we provide professional football training for young players aged 3 to 16. Our programs range from fun-filled Baby Ballers sessions to our elite U16 academy squad.
With over 15,000 followers on social media and a growing community of families, Hornets Masaki has quickly become one of Dar es Salaam's most respected youth football development centers. Our players have had opportunities to face some of Tanzania's biggest clubs' youth teams, including Young Africans SC Youth.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
The principles that guide everything we do at Hornets Masaki.
Excellence
Setting the highest standards in youth football development.
Passion
Nurturing a genuine love for the beautiful game.
Opportunity
Creating real pathways for Tanzanian footballers.
Discipline
Building character and respect on and off the pitch.
Growth
Continuous development for every player at every level.
Community
A family-oriented environment where everyone belongs.
MEET THE COACHES
Experienced, passionate, and dedicated to developing every player.
Coach Ibrahim Mwanga
Head Coach & Founder
Former professional footballer with over 15 years of coaching experience. Ibrahim founded Hornets Masaki with a vision to develop Tanzanian youth talent through world-class training methods.
CAF B License · FIFA Grassroots Certified
Coach Amina Rashid
Youth Development Director
Specialises in early-years football development and has coached youth programs across East Africa. Passionate about making football accessible to every child.
CAF C License · Youth Development Diploma
Coach Daniel Okafor
Technical Director
A highly skilled technical coach who focuses on ball mastery, tactical intelligence, and building confident players who can compete at the highest level.
UEFA B License · Sports Science Degree
Coach Sarah Kimaro
Goalkeeper Coach
Former national team goalkeeper with extensive experience training young shot-stoppers. Sarah brings elite-level expertise to our goalkeeping program.
CAF C License · GK Specialist Certification