Leopards: Former Congolese international Chico Ushindi Wa Kubanza has passed away!

Chico Ushindi Wa Kubanza passed away this Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Lubumbashi. The former TP Mazembe winger died at the age of 29 following a brief illness. JS Groupe Bazano and the Congolese club announced the heartbreaking news.

The news was also confirmed by the Congolese Football Federation in an official statement. Chico Ushindi Wa Kubanza was a product of the renowned Ecofoot Katumbi Football School, a well-known academy in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He began his professional career at CS Don Bosco before being signed by Tout Puissant Mazembe in 2017. With Mazembe, he enjoyed several seasons distinguished by his attacking role and his ability to operate down the right flank.

In 2021, after five years in Lubumbashi, the Congolese international tried his luck abroad, joining Tanzania's Yanga SC for a brief spell during the 2021-2022 season.

Lydiane N'Po |

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