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Hamza Nkuutu

Hamza Nkuutu

Sports has been a powerful tool to reunite and reconcile Rwandans after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. File photo

Kwibuka 32: How best can we meaningfully honor our slain sports heroes?

Friday, April 10, 2026

A security protocol steward blocked national team captain Djihad Bizimana from bringing his daughter onto the pitch for celebrations. Courtesy

FIFA Series 2026: How an overzealous security steward stole the joy of the Amavubi Captain

Friday, April 03, 2026

At just 15 years and 223 days, Utagushimaninde became not only the youngest woman to score a T20I century, but also the first woman in cricket history to score a hundred on debut in the format.

A teenage century, a nation rising: What’s next for Rwanda’s women cricketers?

Friday, March 27, 2026

The former Amavubi head coach Constantine is expected to help the team to restore stability, rebuild confidence, and guide Rwanda toward qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations 2027.

Is Constantine’s return to Amavubi a second chance at redemption or risky déjà vu?

Friday, March 20, 2026

CAF's decision to award the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title to Morocco at the expense of Senegal continues to spark intense debate across the continent. Courtesy

CAF’s retrospective ruling on Senegal reshapes African football’s credibility

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

APR FC finished the 3rd during CECAFA Kagame Cup 2025 in Tanzania. APR are Rwanda's most successful CECAFA Kagame Cup winners with three titles in 2004, 2007 and most recently in 2010. File

Rwanda's 2026 sporting calendar should be an opportunity to shine beyond hosting

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Former National Team captain Haruna Niyonzima wins the ball against Mozambican player at Amahoro National Stadium on June 4, 2016. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Farewell to a century great: Why Niyonzima deserves a testimonial match

Friday, March 06, 2026

Tour du Rwanda 2026 riders during the Criterium of Rubavu during Stage 5 of the race on Thursday, February 26. Courtesy

Tour du Rwanda’s ambitious WorldTour bid demands more than vision

Friday, February 27, 2026

Tour du Rwanda 2026 is scheduled from February 22 to March 1. The eight-stage race will cover 993 kilometres across Rwanda’s famed hills, with a punishing 16,608 metres of elevation gain.

Bonus seconds, global stars and unpredictable Tour du Rwanda 2026

Friday, February 20, 2026

Al Hilal remains top of Group C with eight points heading into the decisive final round of matches. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Al Hilal’s Champions League charge offers new dawn for Rwandan football

Friday, February 13, 2026

Police FC staff and players celebrate the 2026 Heroes Cup title at Amahoro Stadium on February 1. Photo by Kellya Keza

Can Police FC break the voodoo and claim their first league title?

Friday, February 06, 2026

Rayon Sports fans look dejected after a 4–0 Super Cup defeat to APR FC at Amahoro Stadium on January 10. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Why fans are leaving stadiums — and how to bring them back

Friday, January 30, 2026

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, eagerly anticipated as a clash between the continent’s football titans, ended in extraordinary controversy, leaving a permanent stain on African football

Chaos mars 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, leaving bitter aftertaste and CAF confused

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Athletes during a local cross-country competition in Kigali. Sam Ngendahimana

Why Rwanda's high-altitude terrain has yet to produce a golden generation

Friday, January 09, 2026

Gahanga Cricket Stadium was formally handed over from Cricket Builds Hope (CBH) to the Rwanda Cricket Association (RCA) on Wednesday, December 31. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

How Gahanga Cricket Stadium inspired a generation

Friday, January 02, 2026

Cricket Builds Hope (CBH) will, on Wednesday, December 31, formally hand over the ownership of Gahanga Cricket Stadium to the Rwanda Cricket Association (RCA). File

Gahanga Cricket Stadium ownership transferred to RCA– official

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Both Uganda and Tanzania opened with defeats, but neither is eliminated. Uganda were thrashed 3-1 by Tunisia, whereas Tanzania suffered a 2-1 defeat against Nigeria.

AFCON 2025: Heavyweights flex muscle as East Africa fights to stay alive

Friday, December 26, 2025

Cyclists ride in a peloton during the 2025 UCI World Road Championship in Kigali in September. OLIVIER MUGWIZA

2025: A year of recurrent déjà vu for Rwanda's sports

Friday, December 19, 2025