AFC Leopards have continued strengthening their squad ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season after completing the signing of Sebastian Wekesa from Kariobangi Sharks.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe 12-time Kenyan champions confirmed the arrival of the highly-rated shot-stopper through their official social media channels, describing him as one of the country's most dependable goalkeepers.Court slaps Shabana with Ksh2.2 million fine"We are thrilled to announce the signing of Sebastian Wekesa. The Kenyan international goalkeeper, renowned for his sharp reflexes, commanding presence and fearless saves, joins us from FKF Premier League side Kariobangi Sharks.Wekesa, who was part of the 2025 Harambee Stars CHAN squad, has previously played for Soy United and APS Bomet. Welcome to AFC Leopards SC, Sebastian," the club announced.##NAJAVA_MECA_9868155##The Kenya international has penned a two-year contract with Ingwe and is expected to add quality competition and experience between the posts as the club prepares for the upcoming campaign.Wekesa has steadily built a reputation as one of the league's reliable goalkeepers, with impressive spells at APS Bomet and Kariobangi Sharks earning him a place in the Harambee Stars setup.CONFIRMED: AFC Leopards re-sign midfielder seven years after departureHe was also among the players who represented Kenya at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), where he further enhanced his growing profile on the international stage.His arrival forms part of a major overhaul in Leopards' goalkeeping department. Wekesa becomes the club's third goalkeeper signing during the current transfer window, joining Isaa Emuria from Bidco United and Tom Ikara, who arrived from Ugandan side BUL FC.##NAJAVA_MECA_9868155##The recruitment drive extends beyond the goalkeeping unit. Leopards have also reinforced other areas of the squad with the acquisitions of Ugandan midfielder Taddeo Lwanga from Vipers SC, alongside Eric Balecho and Robinson Msungu, as the technical bench looks to assemble a squad capable of competing for major honours.The latest additions underline the club's intent to mount a serious challenge in the new campaign after narrowly missing out on the FKFPL title last season.STARS ABROAD: Harambee Stars midfielder keeps UEFA Champions League dream alive with Armenian sideIngwe finished second behind bitter rivals Gor Mahia, falling just five points short in a campaign that saw them remain in contention until the closing stages.With pre-season preparations gathering momentum and several experienced faces already brought in, expectations will once again be high at the Den.##NAJAVA_MECA_9868144##The arrival of Wekesa not only strengthens competition for the number one jersey but also reflects AFC Leopards' ambition to convert last season's progress into silverware as they seek to reclaim domestic glory.
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