Rulani Mokwena Joins Pyramids FC as New Head Coach

Rulani Mokwena is set to become the new head coach of Pyramids FC after leaving Al Ittihad Tripoli just seven months into his tenure. According to Mazola Molefe of SABC Sport, the 39-year-old has agreed to take charge of the reigning CAF Champions League winners ahead of the 2026/27 season.

The appointment marks another major chapter in Mokwena’s coaching career after previous spells with Mamelodi Sundowns, Wydad Athletic Club, and MC Alger. He now joins one of Africa’s fastest-growing clubs, which recently lifted their first-ever CAF Champions League title. The club has often been referred to as the Sundowns or Manchester City of Egypt.

Pyramids FC had monitored Mokwena for the past two years, first showing interest after his departure from Mamelodi Sundowns and revisiting the move following his spell with Wydad Athletic Club. Instead, Mokwena joined MC Alger, where he guided the club to the top of the Algerian Ligue 1 before leaving prior to the end of the season.

He now replaces Krunoslav Jurčić, who led Pyramids to the 2024/25 CAF Champions League title and enjoyed further domestic success during his time in charge. Pyramids FC was founded in 2008 as Al Assiouty Sport. The club earned promotion to the Egyptian Premier League for the first time in 2014. A major turning point came in 2018 when Turki Al-Sheikh bought the club. He rebranded the team, moved it to Cairo, and invested heavily in new players.

Mokwena’s move is expected to be confirmed officially by the Egyptian club soon. Molefe reported: “SABC Sport can confirm that Rulani Mokwena has been appointed head coach of Egyptian giants Pyramids FC ahead of the 2026/27 season, following his recent departure from Al Ittihad Tripoli in Libya.”

According to Molefe, Mokwena’s stay in Libya came to an early end amid differences over the club’s transfer policy and long-term strategy. As previously reported by the public broadcaster, Mokwena believed promises made regarding recruitment and the club’s sporting project could no longer be fulfilled.

The 39-year-old leaves the Libyan side after just seven months, having exited amid differences over the club’s transfer policy and long-term strategy. According to Molefe, the Libyan club was not willing to part with its assets as promised.

Mokwena now inherits one of the continent’s top teams. He will be expected to build on that success while competing with Al Ahly and Zamalek for domestic and continental honours. The Egyptian giants have been one of the dominant forces in African football in recent years.

The reigning CAF Champions League winners have a rich history, having lifted the trophy for the first time in 2024. They have also won the Egypt Cup, their first major trophy.

With Mokwena at the helm, Pyramids FC is expected to continue their dominance in African football. The South African-born coach has a reputation for leading teams to success and is expected to bring his expertise to the Egyptian giants.

Mokwena’s appointment is a significant development for Pyramids FC, who are looking to build on their recent success. With the coach at the helm, they are expected to be one of the top contenders in the CAF Champions League.

Mokwena now joins a long list of South African coaches who have made a mark in African football. He will be expected to lead Pyramids FC to further success and cement his place as one of the top coaches in African football.

The 39-year-old has a proven track record of leading teams to success and is expected to bring his expertise to the Egyptian giants.

According to Molefe, Mokwena’s move to Pyramids FC is a significant development for the club. It is expected to be one of the top contenders in the CAF Champions League.

The reigning CAF Champions League winners have a rich history, having lifted the trophy for the first time in 2024. They have also won the Egypt Cup, their first major trophy.

Mokwena now inherits one of the continent’s top teams. He will be expected to build on that success while competing with Al Ahly and Zamalek for domestic and continental honours.

With Mokwena at the helm, Pyramids FC is expected to continue their dominance in African football. The South African-born coach has a reputation for leading teams to success and is expected to bring his expertise to the Egyptian giants.

Mokwena now joins a long list of South African coaches who have made a mark in African football. He will be expected to lead Pyramids FC to further success and cement his place as one of the top coaches in African football.