Rwanda Names Squad for African Cycling Team Competition

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 team from the UCI World Cycling Centre (WCC). ‎ ‎The Rwandan squad is a mix of experienced riders and emerging talents, carefully balanced with three men and three women: ‎ ‎Men: Byukusenge Patrick, Nkundabera Eric, Uwiduhaye Mike ‎ ‎Women: Ingabire Diane, Nirere Xaveline, Nyirarukundo Claudette ‎ ‎Additional rider: Nantume Miria (from World Cycling Centre) ‎ ‎The team also includes

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 team from the UCI World Cycling Centre (WCC). ‎ ‎The Rwandan squad is a mix of experienced riders and emerging talents, carefully balanced with three men and three women: ‎ ‎Men: Byukusenge Patrick, Nkundabera Eric, Uwiduhaye Mike ‎ ‎Women: Ingabire Diane, Nirere Xaveline, Nyirarukundo Claudette ‎ ‎Additional rider: Nantume Miria (from World Cycling Centre) ‎ ‎The team also includes reserve riders who can step in if needed, ensuring Rwanda can adapt to any unexpected situations during the race. ‎ ‎Preparing for Success ‎ ‎All riders meet UCI standards, including licensing, medical checks, and technical readiness. The team has benefited from structured training at Rwanda’s UCI World Cycling Centre Regional Development Satellite in Musanze, which has helped them gain the experience and skills needed to compete at a high level. ‎ ‎The inclusion of Nantume Miria from the WCC adds valuable international experience, helping the squad bridge local talent with global standards. ‎ ‎A Step Forward for Rwandan Cycling ‎ ‎This team represents more than just competition—it reflects Rwanda’s growing presence in African cycling. By including an equal number of men and women, the federation emphasizes gender balance, while also giving young riders a platform to shine. ‎ ‎FERWACY hopes the team will perform strongly and use this opportunity to gain experience that will prepare them for future international competitions, continuing Rwanda’s rise in the cycling world.