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Rayon Sports lost 1-0 to Singida Black Stars FC in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup 2025 preliminary round, played on Saturday evening, September 20, at Kigali Pele Stadium. With the stands filled mostly by…
The President of the Rwandan Football Federation (FERWAFA) today presented to FIFA President Gianni Infantino the latest developments and priorities shaping the future of football in Rwanda. The discussions reflected…
Rwanda has officially announced the team that will represent the country in the upcoming African team cycling competition. The event will bring together national teams from Benin, Ethiopia, Mauritius, Uganda, and a…
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) and the Rwanda Premier League Board have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the organization and management of the country’s top-flight league. On Thursday,…
As Rwanda prepares for the upcoming FERWAFA elections, Shema Ngoga Fabrice, the sole candidate for the presidency, has outlined a bold vision for the future of Rwandan football. Known for his successful tenure as…
When Ayabonga Lebitsa first spoke to Hobe Australia, he described his experience with Rayon Sports as both a challenge and a blessing. “The role came to me as a big, big, big challenge because I had been told that…
For the first time in Rwanda’s history, a special event has been organized to promote and showcase the talents of children aged between 3 and 15. The event, named Kiddo Talents Show, will take place on August 10th,…
Rwandan international midfielder Mugisha Bonheur, commonly known as Casemiro, has officially joined Al Masry SC of Egypt from Stade Tunisien in Tunisia. The transfer was confirmed on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, through Al…
Two-time champions Morocco have become the first team to arrive for the 2024 TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN), setting the pace for what is expected to be an electrifying tournament co-hosted by…
Kigali Streetball is making its highly anticipated return this year, bringing two full days of dynamic urban energy, raw competition, and cultural expression to Petit Stade from July 19 to 20, 2025. Organized by UNIK…
On Friday 4 July 2025, during the event dubbed “APR ku Ivuko” held in Mulindi wa Byumba, Rwanda’s Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga, shed light on the historical foundation of APR FC, revealing that the club…
Queensland, Australia In a heartwarming display of unity, sportsmanship, and cultural pride, the Rwandan Community of Australia (RCA) Queensland Youth faced off against the Burundian Youth Community in a friendly but…
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) successfully conducted its 2025 Governance and Compliance Workshop on 27 June 2025 at Four Points by Sheraton Kigali. The workshop brought together representatives from member…
In an electrifying Group G encounter at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup held in Orlando, Florida, Manchester City showcased their attacking prowess with a commanding 5-2 victory over Juventus. The win secured City’s…
While all eyes were expected to be on Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, it was Khaman Maluach—selected 10th overall—who became the night’s most talked-about story. The 18-year-old South…
The race to the 2025 BetPawa Basketball League championship has officially intensified, with the semi-finals tipping off in style at BK Arena. Rwanda’s top basketball clubs—REG BBC, UGB, Patriots BBC, and APR…
The 2025 Rwanda Basketball League (RBL) Playoffs tip off this Friday at BK Arena, bringing together the top four teams of the season in a high-stakes battle for the national title. Sponsored by BetPawa, this year’s…
Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. has tested positive for COVID-19, his current club Santos FC confirmed in an official statement on Sunday. The 33-year-old forward has been absent from training since Thursday, June…
Renowned for his vibrant energy and powerful message of joy, healing, and cultural expression, Professor Ras Banamungu, widely known as The Laughing Rastaman, is transforming the live performance scene across Australia…
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era for African motorsport, Rwanda is set to host its first-ever Formula 1 Grand Prix, becoming the first sub-Saharan country to organize a modern F1 event. According to the…
After a period of relative silence, Bruce Melodie, one of East Africa’s most prominent artists, has returned with renewed focus and determination. The Rwandan singer’s recent statement reflects a mature and strategic…
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) Minister of Justice, Constant Mutamba, has appeared before prosecutors in connection with a high-profile embezzlement case involving millions of dollars that were allocated for…
The UK government has announced it is fully prepared to initiate legal proceedings against Roman Abramovich concerning the £2.5 billion frozen from the sale of Chelsea Football Club. This large sum, pledged to support…
Real Madrid have returned to the summit of European football, overtaking Manchester City to become UEFA’s top-ranked club for the 2025/26 season, according to the latest coefficient standings published by European…