Charles Livingston Mbabazi has returned to Mbarara City after leaving Vipers last month.
Mbabazi returns to the Ankole Lions for the third stint having coached them in the 2018/19 and 2021 seasons.
The former Uganda Cranes international left Vipers on April 2, and has been without a club.
The CAF B certified coach has agreed a two-year employment contract that will keep him in Ankole until 2026.
He previously coached Lweza FC, Masavu, Wakiso Giants, Onduparaka, Kyetume, URA, Arua Hill and Vipers.