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Top Rwandan footballers who turned to coaching

Friday, January 23, 2026

Algeria beat Rwanda 46–25 at the 2026 Men’s Handball Africa Cup of Nations on Friday at BK Arena. Courtesy

CAN Handball: Algeria dominate Rwanda in second game

Friday, January 23, 2026

The author of the story Athan Tashobya (middle) poses for a photo with Zimbabwe fans during the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco. Courtesy

AFCON in Morocco: Four weeks, one continent, and the meaning of belonging

Friday, January 23, 2026

Uganda’s senior men’s national handball team marked a historic milestone on Wednesday with their first-ever appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations, despite suffering a 37–21 defeat in their opening match.

CAN Handball: Uganda eyes historic debut despite slow start

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Rayon Sports head coach Bruno Ferry during a training session. Following a 2-2 comeback draw against Al Merrikh, at Kigali Pele Stadium, The Blues coach was disappointed by the results.

Ferry rues Rayon struggles after Al Merrikh draw

Thursday, January 22, 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

Al Merrikh SC made a crucial comeback during a dramatic 2–2 draw against Rayon Sports at Kigali Pele Stadium in Nyamirambo on Wednesday, January 21. Courtesy

Camara scores late in Al Merrikh comeback draw against Rayon

Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Basketball for Girls in Schools Programme (2026–2030) has officially entered its implementation phase following a successful three-day coaching clinic held in Kigali.

Coaches undergo clinics as girls hoops program in schools takes shape

Thursday, January 22, 2026

APR will face Tigers in the Super Cup on February 6. The pair shared domestic trophies in 2025 where APR lifted the league title while Tigers won Rwanda Cup. Photo courtesy

Basketball: Rwanda Super Cup set for February 6

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Al Merrikh players join Moise Camara in celebration after his late equalizer earned their side a 2-2 draw against Rayon Sports on Wednesday at Kigali Pele Stadium. Photo courtesy

Camara scores late in Al Merrikh comeback draw against Rayon

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Rwanda national team secured a convincing 30–19 victory over Zambia in their opening Group A match at BK Arena on Wednesday, January 21.

CAN Handball: Rwanda ease past Zambia in Group A opener

Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Ugandan Basketball Federation (FUBA) on Tuesday confirmed Bosnian Goran Lojo as the country’s new head coach. Courtesy

Basketball: Uganda appoint Goran Lojo as head coach

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

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.

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

Preview: Tough task awaits Rayon ahead of Al Hilal tie

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Gabon have set themselves a target to reach the semifinals at the 2026 Men's Handball Africa Cup of Nations. Courtesy

Gabon target semis finish at Handball Africa Cup of Nations

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Team captain Peter Kwisanga (L), Dominique Nsabimana (C), and Jackson Uwimana (R) are the goalkeepers named in Rwanda’s final squad for the 2026 African Men’s Handball Championship

CAN Handball: Nsabimana earns late call-up in final Rwanda squad

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Al Hilal SC head coach Laurențiu Reghecampf during a press conference. Courtesy

I know how well Sundowns play, says Al Hilal coach

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced that the African Nations League will start in 2029. Photo courtesyAfrican Nations League,

What’s African Nations League all about?

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Rwanda will face Zambia at the opening of their campaign at the 27th Men’s Senior Handball Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday, January 21 at BK Arena.

CAN Handball: Rwanda to face Zambia in opening match

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

APR will face newcomers Inspired Generation Basketball Club on February 13 at Petit Stade. Courtesy

Hoops: APR to begin title defense against Inspired Generation

Tuesday, January 20, 2026