By Business Insider Reporter
Young Africans SC forward, Clement Mzize, has etched his name into African football history after winning the CAF Goal of the Year award, a milestone that has sparked celebrations across Tanzania.
Mzize’s award-winning strike – a stunning long-range effort during Yanga’s CAF Confederation Cup campaign against TPO Mazembe ay Benjamin Mkapa DStadium – stood out among continent-wide nominations, earning him the prestigious honour at this year’s CAF Awards gala held November 19, 2025 in Morocco.
His composed control, brilliant dribbles, sharp vision and fearless execution marked what many analysts have called “one of the most technically perfect goals” of the season.
The triumph marks a major moment not only for the 21-year-old striker, who has rapidly risen as one of Tanzania’s most promising football talents, but also for Yanga and the national football landscape.
Mzize becomes one of the few Tanzanians ever to win an individual CAF accolade, a feat that cements the country’s growing influence in African football.
Following the announcement, many sports stakeholders in Tanzania have congratulated Mzize in recognition of his excellence and his contribution to raising Tanzania’s profile internationally.
“Mzize has showcased the spirit of Tanzanian youth – bold, talented and capable of competing on the biggest stages,” noted a football enthusiast.
Many people encouraged Mzize saying his success should inspire continued investment in sports development, particularly in nurturing young athletes.
Yanga officials and fans reacted with jubilation, describing Mzize’s win as a proud moment for the club and the country.
Yanga leadxers said the award reflects the quality and ambition within the squad. “Clement deserves it. He is focused, humble, and always pushing to improve. This is just the beginning for him,” said the leader.
Mzize thanked Yanga supporters, his teammates and coaches, saying the award motivates him to aim even higher. “This is for Tanzania. I’ll keep working hard to make the nation proud,” he said in a video clip played after he was named winner of the prestigious award. The Goal of the Year victory and wide recognition mark a new chapter in Mzize’s swiftly rising career. For Tanzanian football, the achievement signals what many hope is the beginning of a long era of regional and continental prominence.
