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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
Football

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

Thursday, January 22, 2026
US President Donald Trump signed to order the United States’ withdrawal from dozens of UN-affiliated bodies and multilateral groups.

From aid to absence: Africa after America’s retreat

Thursday, January 22, 2026
In October 2025 Rwanda and Brazil signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Political Consultations to strengthen bilateral dialogue. COURTESY

Walking together: Brazil and Rwanda at the start of a shared journey

Wednesday, January 07, 2026
President Kagame joined FIFA President Gianni Infantino and more than 200 boys and girls from various football academies for a holiday football clinic at Amahoro Stadium. Dan Gatsinzi
Football

Kagame highlights football’s role in promoting peace

Friday, December 26, 2025
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off on Sunday, December 21, with Morocco proudly hosting the continent’s biggest football tournament. Courtesy
Football

Could AFCON 2025 mark a turning point for Morocco?

Saturday, December 20, 2025
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, with 24 teams competing across six host cities. Net Photo
Football

What you should know about AFCON 2025

Thursday, December 04, 2025
Emmanuel Fromo's brace helped Al Hilal beat Gasogi United 2-0 in Rwanda Premier League at Kigali Pele Stadium on Wednesday.Photo courtesy
Football

Emmanuel Fromo nets twice as Al Hilal beat Gasogi United

Wednesday, December 03, 2025
PSG's Achraf Hakimi has been voted African best player of the year
Football

Achraf Hakimi wins 2025 African Player of the Year award

Thursday, November 20, 2025
Arsenal and Visit Rwanda announced that they will conclude landmark eight-season partnership in June 2026. Courtesy
Tourism

Curtain falls on Arsenal deal as Rwanda eyes US tourism market

Thursday, November 20, 2025
Rwanda’s Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, speaking to the Public Accounts Committee on November 5. Courtesy
Cricket

Rwandan sports: Investing in results is good, but why omit cricket?

Friday, November 07, 2025
Al Hilal SC players warm up during an evening training session in Kigali on November 1. The Sudanese giants will host their CAF Champions League home matches at Amahoro Stadium. Photo: Courtesy.
Football

Amahoro Stadium awaits Mamelodi Sundowns, MC Alger

Wednesday, November 05, 2025
Othmane Maamma was outstanding for Morocco at the U20 World Cup in Chile, but can he carry that promise into his senior career? Buda Mendes - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images
Football

Did the FIFA U20 World Cup unearth the new Cristiano Ronaldo, and a Rolls Royce defender in Tylon Smith?

Tuesday, October 21, 2025