Tanzania: Yanga SC crowned NBC Premier League champions
Yanga SC won their fourth consecutive NBC Premier League title after beating Simba SC in the Kariakoo derby at Uwanja wa Mkapa Stadium. This crucial match was originally scheduled for March, but it was postponed due to various issues and conflicts between Yanga and Simba SC, including a dispute over Simba SC being denied a […]
Playoffs: Patriots edge APR in game 3 thriller as REG clinch finals spot with series sweep
Patriots BBC took control of their semifinal series with a hard-fought 65-59 win over rivals APR BBC in Game 3, putting themselves just one win away from booking a spot in the Rwanda Basketball League finals. It was a do-or-die game for APR, who came in looking to bounce back, but Patriots star guard Williams […]
Christian Nørgaard close to joining Arsenal as Partey’s replacement
Arsenal FC has reportedly agreed a deal to sign Danish midfielder Christian Nørgaard from Brentford for £15 million, following unsuccessful talks with current midfielder Thomas Partey. Thomas Partey, who joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in 2020 for a fee of £45 million, appears to be on his way out of the Gunners. After many discussions […]
Olympique Lyonnais relegated to Ligue 2 over financial instability
A feeling of shock and sadness spread through French football this Tuesday evening as Olympique Lyonnais, a top club from Ligue 1, was moved down to the second division. The decision came from the Direction Nationale du Contrôle de Gestion (DNCG), France’s financial regulator for football, and was officially confirmed by the French Football League […]
Can younger stars lift Amavubi to glory?
Many people in Rwanda are wondering how the national football team, nicknamed “Amavubi” (The Wasps), can become strong again like it used to be. The team’s current performance has left many fans wishing for a return to past successes. The Rwandan Football Federation (FERWAFA) was started in 1972, ten years after Rwanda became an independent […]
From dreams to destinations: How tennis changed Karenzi Hirwa Brian’s life
In a quiet part of Rwanda, a young boy once picked up a tennis racket for the very first time. He didn’t know then that this simple act would one day take him across borders and shape his entire life. That boy is Karenzi Hirwa Brian, a talented tennis player from IPRC Kigali. Today, he […]
Kigali to host Giants of Africa festival 2025: A week of Basketball, culture, and youth Empowerment
Kigali is set to host the much-anticipated Giants of Africa Festival 2025, running from July 26 to August 2. This week-long event will bring together 320 young athletes from 20 African countries and is expected to draw over 20,000 spectators for a celebration of basketball, music, culture, fashion, and leadership training. Founded by Masai Ujiri, […]
Ganza’s drive puts pickleball on Rwanda’s sports map
Ganza Erick Andrew, a student at Mount Kigali University, is leading a new effort to bring pickleball to the country. This paddle sport, which mixes parts of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, began as Ganza’s interest during a student exchange. It has quickly grown into a movement, bringing communities together and adding a fresh twist to […]
Billiards table, one of Mount Kigali University’s socal hubs
At Mount Kigali University, beyond the rigorous academic schedule, students are discovering a unique space for relaxation and connection: the billiards table. This enduring game, a global pastime with roots tracing back to 15th-century Europe as a lawn game before evolving indoors, has found a strong foothold on campus, fostering both camaraderie and a healthy […]
Haliburton’s injury derailed Pacers in game 7 as Thunder claim NBA title
The Indiana Pacers’ championship hopes were dashed on Tuesday night as Tyrese Haliburton’s early exit from Game 7 due to a hamstring injury proved too much to overcome. The Oklahoma City Thunder capitalized on his absence, securing a 109-97 victory to win their second NBA championship in franchise history. Haliburton, the Pacers’ All-Star guard and […]
