
A New Chapter for Forest Rangers FC: Ian Bakala Appointed Head Coach
Ndola, 4th December 2024 – Forest Rangers FC has unveiled its new coaching lineup. Ian Bakala takes over as Head Coach, joined by Dennis Makinka as First Assistant Coach and Kennedy Kashobondo as Physical Trainer. The announcement marks a new chapter for the club as they aim to build on past successes and chart a path toward greater achievements.
Bakala and Kashobondo are no strangers to the Forest Rangers community, with both having played pivotal roles in the club’s history. Notably, their tenure includes leading the team to victory in the 2023 ABSA Cup and Charity Shield, showcasing their ability to inspire and deliver results. This move is seen as a strategic effort to strengthen the team’s technical depth and bring fresh energy to its ranks.
As the club welcomes this new leadership team, they also bid farewell to Manchi Janza, who served as interim Head Coach and First Assistant Coach. The club extended its heartfelt gratitude to Janza for his dedication and contributions, wishing him the best in his future endeavors.
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Club Chairman Mulawo Mwaba expressed optimism about the changes, emphasizing that the new appointments align with Forest Rangers’ vision of reaching new heights. “We believe this experienced trio will elevate our performance and help us achieve our goals,” Mwaba stated, rallying fans to support the new coaching staff as the club embarks on this exciting journey.
With this revamped technical bench, Forest Rangers FC signals a bold intention to solidify its position as a competitive force in Zambian football. Fans and stakeholders will be eager to see how these changes translate to performance on the pitch in the coming fixtures.


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