Mohammed Bajaber is stepping into the spotlight with Tanzanian football giants Simba SC, but the 22-year-old midfielder’s journey has been anything but easy. From battling family doubts to starring in grassroots tournaments, Bajaber’s story is one of perseverance, brotherly support, and an unshakable dream.
Highlights:
- Bajaber was officially unveiled by Simba SC on August 2
- He credits his brothers for convincing their parents to support his football career
- Rose to prominence through the Ligi Ndogo grassroots tournament
- Helped Kenya Police win their first-ever league title before sealing Tanzania move
- Exited CHAN 2024 camp to complete Simba deal, missing the tournament
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Mohammed Bajaber’s path to professional football was not a smooth one. In a candid interview following his high-profile move to Simba SC, the former Kenya Police FC midfielder opened up about how his family initially discouraged his ambitions.
“My parents didn’t want me to play football seriously at first,” Bajaber shared. “They advised me to focus on school. But after I featured in the Ligi Ndogo tournament and returned to school, my brothers stepped in. They convinced our parents, and from there, I got full emotional and financial support.”
It’s that belief, first sparked in Nairobi’s youth football circuits, that laid the foundation for Bajaber’s rapid rise.
Bajaber’s professional career took off after joining Nairobi City Stars before moving to Kenya Police in February 2025. Within six months, his influence was undeniable playing a crucial role in helping Police FC clinch their maiden FKF Premier League title.
That success caught the attention of regional scouts and led to a call-up to the Harambee Stars squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). However, he exited camp to finalize his move to Simba SC, ruling him out of the continental tournament.
Now donning the red of Simba, Bajaber is eager to make an impact in Tanzanian football, especially in the fierce rivalry match against Yanga SC.
“Simba vs Yanga is a big game. It reminds me of the Mashemeji Derby in Kenya Gor Mahia vs AFC Leopards. The energy is massive, and I’m really looking forward to that experience,” he said.
Bajaber views his move not just as a career milestone but as a beacon for aspiring footballers in Kenya. “This is an opportunity to grow and hopefully inspire young players back home to chase their dreams too.”
Sometimes, the biggest wins begin with a simple belief and for Bajaber, that belief started at home.
