Marvin Kavuma commits future to NEC FC with five-year extension

In a major statement of intent for their future ambitions, NEC FC have secured the long-term future of club captain Marvin Kavuma, who has signed a new five-year contract to remain with the Diehards until 2031.

The development was confirmed today, Tuesday, August 8, 2026, via the club’s official website.

“NEC are delighted to announce that captain Marvin Kavuma has signed a new five-year contract, committing his future to the club until 2031,” the statement partly reads.

The experienced forward’s decision to extend his stay reinforces the strong bond between the player and the club, ensuring that one of NEC FC’s most influential leaders remains at the heart of their ongoing project.

Kavuma’s tenure with the Diehards is built on unwavering loyalty and exceptional service. Having been a central figure since the club’s formative years, the skipper has led the team through every significant milestone in its rise through Ugandan football.

Under his leadership on and off the pitch, NEC FC navigated a remarkable journey from the Kampala Regional League to the FUFA Big League, ultimately establishing itself in the top flight of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.

That steady progression reached unprecedented heights in 2025, when Kavuma captained the team to qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup, marking the first time in the club’s history that they secured a spot on the continental stage.

With over 100 appearances in the club’s colours, the forward’s influence remains paramount. His presence was vital once again during the 2025/26 domestic campaign, where he featured in 18 league matches and logged 841 minutes while continuing to lead by example.

For Kavuma, the decision to sign a long-term deal was rooted in a deep sense of belonging and shared ambition.

Speaking after finalising the agreement, he emphasised that the club represents far more than just a workplace, describing it as a true home surrounded by family.

“NEC FC feels like home. I feel like I have a mother, a father, brothers and aunties. I have everyone I need in one place at NEC FC, and that’s why I decided to sign for five more years,” he was quoted by the club’s website.

“Over the next five years, I want to win a trophy as captain and make my boss one of the proudest presidents in Ugandan club football.”

Driven by a desire to bring further success to the Diehards, the captain has set a clear objective for this next chapter, aiming to lift silverware as captain and make the club’s leadership among the proudest in Ugandan football.

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