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Jean-Bosco Uwacu, the former Amavubi player who passed away this week. Uwacu was laid to rest on Monday, January 20, at Nyamirambo Muslim Cemetery.
Football
Karekezi, Niyonzima lead tributes for deceased Amavubi defender Uwacu
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Rayon warm up before taking on Al Merrikh at Kigali Pele Stadium on Wednesday. Photo courtesy
Football
Preview: Tough task awaits Rayon ahead of Al Hilal tie
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Al Hilal SC head coach Laurențiu Reghecampf during a press conference. Courtesy
Football
I know how well Sundowns play, says Al Hilal coach
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Rayon Sports midfielder Richard Ndayishimiye on Monday, January 19, left Kigali for Uzbekistan for professional trials with PFC Navbahor Namangan.
Football
Ndayishimiye set for pro trials in Uzbekistan
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Morrocco's Brahim Díaz during the AFCON 2025 final against Senegal. Courtesy
Football
Brahim Diaz AFCON heartbreak: What to know about panenkas
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
The FIFA Series groups released by World Football governing body (FIFA) on Monday, January 19, pooled Rwanda in the same group as Kenya's Harambee Stars, Estonia and Grenada.. File
Football
Rwanda, Kenya drawn in Group A in 2026 FIFA Series
Monday, January 19, 2026
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Football
CAF condemns ‘unacceptable behavior’ that marred AFCON 2025 final
Monday, January 19, 2026
Former Amavubi full-back Jean-Bosco Uwacu passed away after an illness at the age of 37.
Football
Former Amavubi defender Uwacu dies at 37
Monday, January 19, 2026
APR FC skipper Niyomugabo looks so disappointed following the referee's decission at the game against Al Merrikh. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football
Rwanda FA, league body condemn APR fans’ protests after Al Merrikh draw
Monday, January 19, 2026
Match officials escorted by security agents following the tension at Amahoro Stadium. Tensions flared after APR FC were controversially denied a late winning goal when Dauda Yussif’s powerful long-range strike was ruled out for offside by the match officials. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football
Taleb blasts referees after Dauda’s disallowed goal against Al Merrikh
Monday, January 19, 2026
Al Merrikh and APR FC played out a goalless draw at Amahoro Stadium on Sunday afternoon, January 18. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football
APR FC denied late winner in draw against Al Merrikh
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Rayon Sports captain Ally Serumogo has left the club after agreeing to join South Sudanese side El-Merrikh Bentiu on a two-year contract.
Football
Serumogo leaves Rayon Sports ahead of South Sudan move
Sunday, January 18, 2026
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Football
Al Hilal thrash strugglers Rayon Sports to go top
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Rayon Sports are reportedly in talks with three players Yves Mugunga , Faustin Usengimana and Yannick Mukunzi.
Football
Rayon Sports in talks with Yannick Mukunzi, Usengimana
Friday, January 16, 2026
Amissi Cedrick, a Burundian international, has officially parted ways with Kiyovu Sports Club by mutual agreement. Courtesy
Football
SC Kiyovu release duo
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Renaissance Club Athletic Zemamra has completed the signing of Police FC defensive midfielder Henry Msanga for next two-year deal.
Football
Henry Msanga leaves Police FC for Moroccan club
Thursday, January 15, 2026
APR FC players celebrate a goal during a 1-0 match against Amagaju at Muhanga Stadium on Wednesday January 14.
Football
APR close gap with win over Amagaju FC
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has announced the termination of Adel Amrouche’s contract as head coach of the national football team, Amavubi.
Football
Adel Amrouche relieved of his duties at Amavubi
Wednesday, January 14, 2026

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