Harambee Stars midfielder Duncan Otieno has secured another move abroad after joining Botswana Premier League newcomers Tonota FC on a one-year contract from Sofapaka FC.The experienced midfielder becomes one of the latest Kenyan players to continue his career outside the country after agreeing terms with the newly promoted side ahead of the 2026/27 Botswana Premier League campaign.##NAJAVA_MECA_9887178##Tonota confirmed the acquisition in a social media announcement, welcoming Otieno to the club and expressing their excitement at adding his experience to their midfield.“The midfield gets a Kenyan boost. Duncan Otieno joins Tonota FC on a one-year contract. Welcome to the Orange Nation, Duncan! Let the midfield magic begin.”The move marks a return to Botswana for Otieno, who previously turned out for top-flight side Gaborone United after joining the club in 2022.STARS ABROAD: Odhiambo assists in win as Vyner's Wrexham suffer Carabao Cup exitHe subsequently returned to Kenya, where he featured for Kenya Police, having earlier represented AFC Leopards and Posta Rangers before embarking on his career abroad.Otieno has also had spells in Zambia with Nkana and Lusaka Dynamos, making him one of the more experienced Kenyan midfielders to have played across the region.His latest move comes at a significant moment in Tonota FC's history.Founded in 2006, the Tonota-based outfit achieved a historic milestone in March by winning the First Division North championship and securing promotion to the Botswana Premier League for the first time in the club's 20-year history.Charlton get off to flying EFL Cup start, as Sichenje gets 15-minute cameoThe promotion means Tonota will make their maiden appearance in Botswana's top flight in the 2026/27 season, having spent much of their existence competing in the lower tier.The club has already set its sights beyond simply surviving in the elite division, with its leadership expressing ambitions of eventually competing in CAF competitions.Otieno has wasted little time making his presence felt.Shortly after completing the move, he was handed the captain's armband and led his new side during the inaugural Tati River Cup staged on Saturday, August 8, where Tonota registered identical 2-1 victories over Township Rollers and Zambian giants Nkana FC to lift the pre-season trophy.Ugandan signing reveals what AFC Leopards need to end 28-year league title drought
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