Azam FC reclaimed second position in the Tanzania Mainland League after a hard-fought 1-0 win against relegation-threatened Mbeya City.
A Frank Domayo strike was all the FA Cup holders needed to go second.
While the visitors came into the match desperate for maximum points to get off the relegation zone, the hosts were keen on getting a win to return to second position thanks to Yanga SC's inconsistencies.
The first half was characterised with resolute defending by both sides in their bid to avoid conceding a goal which could have dented their ambitions.