Clatous Chama Profile, Stats and Career Overview
Clatous Chama is a Zambian attacking midfielder who plays for Simba SC in the Tanzanian Premier League. He was born on 18 June 1991 and is widely known by the nickname Mwamba wa Lusaka.
Chama is a right-footed midfielder listed at 1.73 metres tall. His primary position is attacking midfield, although he can also operate from the left or right side of the attacking line.
He is recognised for his creativity, passing range, close control and ability to contribute goals from midfield. His career includes domestic football in Zambia, Tanzania, Morocco and Egypt, alongside experience in CAF club competitions.
Career Overview
Clatous Chama began his senior career in Zambia, where he represented clubs including Power Dynamos, Nchanga Rangers, ZESCO United and Lusaka Dynamos. His performances helped establish him as an attacking midfielder capable of creating chances and scoring from advanced positions.
Chama was part of the ZESCO United team that reached the CAF Champions League semi-finals in 2016. That continental campaign gave him experience against leading clubs from across Africa.
He later joined Al Ittihad Alexandria in Egypt before returning to Zambia with Lusaka Dynamos. Chama subsequently moved to Simba SC in 2018, beginning an important period of his career in Tanzanian football.
During his time with Simba, Chama became an influential creative player in the club's midfield. He contributed through goals, assists, set pieces and attacking combinations around the opposition penalty area.
Chama also gained experience in Moroccan football with RS Berkane. His time in Morocco included domestic league appearances and further exposure to CAF club competition.
After continuing his career with Simba, Chama joined Young Africans for the 2024/25 season. He recorded 23 Tanzanian Premier League appearances and six league goals during that campaign.
Chama later represented Singida Black Stars before returning to Simba SC. His return added experience, creativity and extensive knowledge of Tanzanian football to Simba's midfield options.
Playing Style
- Primary role: An attacking midfielder who operates between the opposition midfield and defensive lines.
- Chance creation: Uses vision and passing range to create opportunities for forwards and wide attackers.
- Close control: Comfortable receiving possession in congested central areas and protecting the ball under pressure.
- Attacking movement: Moves into pockets of space around the penalty area and supports central forwards.
- Set pieces: Can contribute from corners, free kicks and penalties.
- Versatility: Can operate centrally or move into wider attacking positions when required.
What Makes Clatous Chama Unique?
- Experience: Chama has played domestic and continental football in several African leagues.
- Creativity: His passing and movement allow him to connect midfield with the attacking line.
- Goals from midfield: He has contributed goals while operating as a creative midfielder.
- Tanzanian football knowledge: His experience with Simba SC, Young Africans and Singida Black Stars gives him extensive knowledge of the Tanzanian Premier League.
- Continental exposure: He has competed in major CAF club competitions with teams from Zambia, Tanzania and Morocco.
International Career
Clatous Chama represents Zambia at senior international level. He made his senior international debut in 2015 and has contributed goals and creative midfield play for the national team.
National team: Zambia
Primary position: Attacking midfielder
Preferred foot: Right
Senior international debut: 2015
His international experience includes qualification matches, international friendlies and African tournament football.