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Patrick Kavalo Akumuntu (L) and Olivier Ntagengwa finished second at this yearu2019s Beach Volleyball Africa Cup of Nations. / File

World Beach Volleyball Champs: Rwanda drawn in Group L

Thursday, June 13, 2019
Gylain Ngabonziza (#14), seen here celebrating with Intare FC teammates, scored the opening goal during their 2-1 victory over Bugesera at Kigali Stadium on Wednesday. Sam Ngendahimana.
Football

Peace Cup: Intare edge closer to quarter-finals after Bugesera win

Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Gihango Sector players, carry the trophy aloft in wild celebrations after receiving it from Local Government Minister, Prof. Anastase Shyaka (right) at Huye Stadium on Sunday. Courtesy.
Football

Umurenge Kagame Cup: Rutsiro Mayor salutes players after triumphant campaign

Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Felicien Muhitira (L) and Noel Hitimana will carry the country's hopes for gold at this year's Kigali International Peace Marathon come Sunday, June 16. Sam Ngendahimana.

Europe-based duo joins camp for final Kigali Peace Marathon preps

Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Head coach Alain Kirasa looks to steer SC Kiyovu to their first major silverware since the 1993 league title. The Mumena-based outfit lost Peace Cup finals three years in a row between 1995 and 1997. Courtesy.
Football

Peace Cup 2019: SC Kiyovu keen on strong start against Mukura

Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Innocent Seniga was also Etincelles head coach during the 2016-17 season. Sam Ngendahimana.
Football

Etincelles re-sign Seninga

Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Ben Patrick Cyubahiro,15, in action during the tournament at Classic Hotel in Kigali, over the weekend. Courtesy
Other Sports

Patrick Cyubahiro: Chess federation impressed by the youngster’s steady rise

Tuesday, June 11, 2019
The 2018 edition of Kigali International Peace Marathon attracted a record 10,000 participants. File.

Countdown as more participants register for Peace Marathon 2019

Monday, June 10, 2019
The womenu2019s national cricket team will be looking to step up their game and challenge Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Mali for the title. File.

Five countries set for cricket memorial tournament

Monday, June 10, 2019
Manvir Baryan (R) and his navigator, Drew Sturrock, are winners of the Zambia International Rally for the last three years. File.

Africa Rally: Manvir proves doubters to extend lead after third race

Monday, June 10, 2019
Thousand Hills players celebrate after beating Lion de Fer to seal their semi-final slot. Jejje Muhinde.

Rugby League: Hills book ticket to semis

Monday, June 10, 2019
Portugal became the first European nation to host and win a final of a major competition since France at the 1998 World Cup. Net
Football

Portugal beat Netherlands to win UEFA Nations League

Monday, June 10, 2019
Rwanda Energy Group (REG) players celebrate with the trophy after overcoming Patriots 74-71 to retain the title at Amahoro Stadium on Saturday. / Sam Ngendahimana

Ngwijuruvugo hails REG players after successful GMT title defence

Sunday, June 09, 2019
APR Handball Club players celebrate after beating Police in a past match. / File

Handball: APR beat Police to win GMT title

Sunday, June 09, 2019
Patrick Byukusenge, 28, seen here in action during the 2017 Tour du Rwanda, looks to succeed compatriot Bonaventure Uwizeyimana as the Tour du Cameroun champion. / File

TOUR DU CAMEROUN 2019: Team Rwanda dominates Stage 7 as Byukusenge moves into second

Saturday, June 08, 2019
Striker Djuma Nizeyimana, seen here during a past league match against Mukura at Mumena Stadium, will lead SC Kiyovuu2019s charge for their first major title since the 1993 league title. / File

Peace Cup 2019: Mukura draw SC Kiyovu in last-16

Saturday, June 08, 2019
Rwanda Basketball Federationu2019s president, Desire Mugwiza. / File

Basketball: Uganda, Tanzania jet in for Zone V tourney

Saturday, June 08, 2019
Rayon Sports players lift goalkeeper Gerard Bikorimana in the air after beating AS Kigali 4-2 in penalty shootouts at Kigali Stadium on Friday. Sam Ngendahimana.
Football

Peace Cup 2019: Rayon through to last-16 with AS Kigali win in shootout

Friday, June 07, 2019
Thousand Hills are bidding for a third league title. Courtesy.

Thousand Hills eye win over Lion de Fer in rugby league

Friday, June 07, 2019
UTB players celebrate after beating RRA in the preseason tournament's final in February. Courtesy.
Volleyball

Women volleyball: UTB, RRA inch closer to playoffs finals

Friday, June 07, 2019