FERWAFA President encourages U17 team ahead of CECAFA tournament
The President of the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA), Shema Ngoga Fabrice, visited the national Under-17 team as they continue preparations for the upcoming CECAFA U17 Championship scheduled to take place in Ethiopia.The young Amavubi team has been holding training sessions at the Amahoro Stadium training ground and the Kigali Pelé Stadium in Nyamirambo.During his visit, […]
Volleyball: The championship has been moved to a new court
As the volleyball championship in Rwanda reaches the fourth match day, the games scheduled for this weekend have been moved to a new court located in Kigali City, at St. Famille. After the third match day, which took place in Gisagara District, it had been planned that the volleyball events would return to Kigali for […]
Kirehe district completes multi-purpose gymnasium worth 2.7 billion Rwf
By Raymond TuyishimireNovember 4, 2025 Kirehe District, now recognized as a satellite city of Kigali, has inaugurated a modern multi-purpose gymnasium and youth center at 2.7 billion Rwandan Francs. The facilities are located in Nyakarambi Sector, Kirehe Town. The new gymnasium is equipped to host indoor sports such as volleyball, basketball, and tennis. It can […]
Minister Mukazayire promises parliament that sports teams will deliver results
Rwanda’s Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, has assured the Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts (PAC) that all teams representing the country in international competitions will be held accountable and expected to deliver results. She emphasized that no team will receive public funds without demonstrating tangible outcomes. Minister Mukazayire told PAC members that the Ministry of […]
Completion date for Huye Stadium renovation announced
The completion date for the renovation of Huye Stadium has finally been revealed, ending months of uncertainty about the project timeline. On May 13, 2025, reports confirmed that Huye Stadium would undergo major renovations, including replacing the natural grass field with synthetic turf to meet international standards. The decision came after the stadium’s pitch frequently […]
Bugesera FC not ready to Face Al Hilal Omdurman
Bugesera District’s football team, Bugesera FC, has announced that it is not ready to play against Sudanese side Al Hilal Omdurman, a match that was scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025. Through their social media accounts on Tuesday, November 4, Al Hilal Omdurman announced that they would face Bugesera FC in the opening match of […]
Rwanda men’s basketball team kicks off training ahead of World Cup qualifiers
The men’s national basketball team has officially entered residential training camp as preparations intensify for the upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifiers, set to take place in Tunisia from November 27 to 30. The camp, which began on Wednesday, November 5, marks a crucial phase in Rwanda’s journey to secure a spot in the prestigious tournament. […]
Rwanda volleyball league: Gisagara and Kepler shock APR and Police
Gisagara District witnessed a weekend of surprises in the Rwanda Volleyball League as traditional giants APR VC and Police VC suffered heavy defeats on the third matchday. Both teams were beaten in straight sets, an uncommon outcome that sent shockwaves through the league standings. In a packed Gisagara Indoor Stadium on Saturday, November 1, Police […]
Gacuriro-Kagugu residents embrace Car-Free Sunday for health and community
On the morning of Sunday, 2 November 2025, residents of Gacuriro-Kagugu took to the streets for the monthly car-free event, which temporarily shuts off motorized traffic between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. The initiative, supported by the City of Kigali, encourages walking, jogging, cycling, and community exercise while promoting cleaner air. As reporter Marie Alice […]
Haruna Niyonzima recognized by FIFA after 100 national team appearances
Rwandan midfielder Haruna Niyonzima has been officially recognized by FIFA for reaching a major milestone: playing 100 or more matches for his national team. The announcement was made on Thursday, October 30, 2025, as FIFA released its latest list of players who have achieved this remarkable feat. The list includes both active players and retirees […]
