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 Jessica Agasaro
Jessica Agasaro
Eritrea's Biniam Girmay, who won the 2024 African Cyclist Trophy, offered a dose of reality about the future of African cycling.
Cycling
Eritrea star Girmay calls for opportunities for Africa’s cycling prospects
UCI President David Lappartient has reacted on the successful hosting of the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Rwanda.
Cycling
“Africa is the future of cycling” – UCI president Lappartient
Hundreds of people attended the launch of the new hub which is the first of its kind in Africa, featuring both a race track and a pump track. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Cycling
‘Home of Dreams’ cycling centre opens in Bugesera
A view of LACASA Kiyovu in Nyarugenge. With over 300 completed projects in more than 20 countries, LACASA Kiyovu marks its first completed residential project in Rwanda.
Featured
LACASA Kiyovu: A new benchmark in Kigali luxury, nearly sold out
Bank of Kigali CEO Dr Diane Karusisi awards the winner of the men's Junior Individual Time Trial U23 on Tuesday, September 23. Photo Olivier Mugwiza
Featured
Bank of Kigali awards men’s Junior Time Trial individual winner at UCI world championships
BK Foundation, in partnership with FXB Rwanda, held a graduation ceremony for 40 youths who successfully completed vocational training under the Igire programme on Thursday, September 19.
Featured
BK Foundation, FXB Rwanda, equip TVET graduates with skills, start-up kits
Officials open a new bridge linking Kabeza and Nyabikenye cells in the Gatenga Sector of Kicukiro District, on Thursday, September 17. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Featured
New bridge eliminates risky crossings, transforms lives in Gatenga
David Bayingana, a master of ceremonies for the UCI World Championships. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Cycling
Rwanda’s UCI mcee Bayingana talks the 'adrenaline and gratitude' behind the job
A businesswoman sells different items including cycling jerseys among others at Kigali Heights fan zone on Saturday, September 21. Craish Bahizi
Business
Women entrepreneurs take center stage at UCI fan zone
UCI President David Lappartient,  Rwanda’s Minister of Sports Nelly Mukazayire (c) and FERWACY President Samson Ndayishimiye grace the ceremony in Kigali on Sunday, September 21. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Cycling
Africa’s turn: UCI Road World Championships kick off in Kigali
The Kigali Social Ride was attended more than 700 participants including Minister of Sports Nelly Mukazayire (R) and Kigali City Mayor Dusengiyumva Samuel (L)-Photo by Craish Bahizi
Cycling
PHOTOS: Kigali social ride builds momentum for UCI World Championships
Toyota and Mayfair Insurance Rwanda officials pose for a photo during the signing ceremony in Kigali on September 17.
Featured
Mayfair Insurance Rwanda, Toyota team up to offer built-in coverage
Minister of Sports Nelly Mukazayire has said that Rwanda is ready to host the much-anticipated UCI Road World Championships from September 21-28-Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Cycling
Rwanda ready for UCI World Championships, says minister Mukazayire
RCS Commissioner General Evariste Murenzi poses for a photo with his Moroccan counterpart, Mohamed Salah Tamek after the signing.
Law
Rwanda, Morocco ink agreement on correctional services
Victorino Nka Obiang Maye, the former Ambassador of Guinea to the Republic of Congo meets Rwanda's Ambassador Parfait Busabizwa in Brazaville. Amb Obiang is the new envoy to Rwanda.
Politics
Equatorial Guinea appoints new ambassador to Rwanda, Oman gets honorary consul
Local riders and foreign cyclists train on the routes to be used during the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali, on Sunday, September 14. Olivier Mugwiza
Business
Kigali traders eye opportunities as UCI nears kick-off
Cycling fans in Rwanda have been urged to uphold the country’s reputation for cleanliness, hospitality, discipline, and active participation in the 2025 UCI Road World Championships coming due in Kigali from September 21-28-Photo by Innocent Shema
Cycling
Rwandans urged to show hospitality, support during historic cycling race
The Gisakura rope course.
Tourism
A look at emerging tourism products in Rwanda

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