Founded in 1936, the Reds of Msimbazi have grown into one of East Africa’s most decorated and passionate football institutions. Simba Day 2026 is being observed across Dar es Salaam in the club’s traditional red and white colours, with supporters honouring nine decades of excellence.
A Proud Trophy Cabinet
Simba’s silverware collection stands as a testament to their dominance:
- 22× Tanzanian Premier League titles
- 6× CECAFA Club Championship
- 10× Community Shield
- 5× Tusker Cup
- 4× FAT Cup
- 3× Nyerere Cup
- 3× Mapinduzi Cup
- 2× Dar es Salaam League
On the continental stage, Simba remain Tanzania’s most successful club in CAF competitions, finishing as runners-up in the CAF Cup (1993) and the CAF Confederation Cup (2024/25).
The Unforgettable Derby Record
One result still stands above all others in the fierce Kariakoo Derby. In 1977, Simba crushed arch-rivals Young Africans 6-0 — a scoreline that remains the biggest winning margin in the history of the fixture.
As fans gather to celebrate, the message across Dar es Salaam is clear: the Lions of Msimbazi continue to roar after 90 remarkable years.