Lewis Esambe Bandi (born 1 December 2002) is a Kenyan footballer who plays for Kenyan Premier League side Gor Mahia and Kenya.[1]

Lewis Bandi
Personal information
Full name Lewis Esambe Bandi
Date of birth (2002-12-01) 1 December 2002 (age 23)
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2021–2025 A.F.C. Leopards
2025– Gor Mahia
International career
2025– Kenya 5 (0)
* Club domestic league appearances and goals

Career

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Bandi played for Kenyan Premier League side A.F.C. Leopards, making his debut in January 2021.[2]

He was part of the scouted players from Chapa Dimba that made the All Star team and went for a tour of Spain in mid 2019.[3]

He signed for Gor Mahia during the 2024 African Nations Championship held across East Africa in August 2025, signing a two-year contract.[4][5]

References

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  1. Onyatta, Omondi (20 August 2025). "Lewis Bandi: 'Not a carpenter but I want to nail my place in Harambee Stars starting XI'". Capital Sports. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  2. "The rise and rise of Lewis Bandi". Mozzart Sport Kenya. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  3. "Chapa Dimba All Star Bandi among FKFPL Young Player of the Year nominees". www.michezoafrika.com. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  4. "Gor Mahia snap up CHAN standouts Kibwage, Bandi ahead of new season". Citizen Digital. 12 August 2025. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  5. "The CHAN gambit: Why Lewis Bandi will be key for Harambee Stars". The Star. Archived from the original on 28 July 2025. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
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