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Rwanda's Amavubi team that participated in the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations in Tunisia. Net Photo
Football

Where are Rwanda’s AFCON 2004 heroes now?

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
AS Kigali players during apast game against Etincelles at Umuganda Stadium. The captain Janvier Benedata said that his side can overcome APR FC and book a place in the Heroes Cup 2026 final. Courtesy
Football

Heroes Cup 2026: AS Kigali eye final berth ahead of APR clash

Monday, January 26, 2026
Real Madrid star Brahim Díaz attempted an audacious Panenka penalty that was awarded to Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final.
Football

Biggest heartbreaks in football history

Saturday, January 24, 2026
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Football

Top Rwandan footballers who turned to coaching

Friday, January 23, 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.
Football

Karekezi, Niyonzima lead tributes for deceased Amavubi defender Uwacu

Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The National Heroes Mausoleum stands as a reminder of heroism, unity, and sacrifice as Rwanda marks the 32nd National Heroes Day under the theme “Heroism and Unity for Rwanda’s Development.” Photo: File.
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CHENO unveils activities for Heroes Day celebration

Wednesday, January 21, 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
Assistant Referee Aristote Jabo (c) and center referee Abdul Twagirumukiza (L) head down the tunnel after fulltime The former was given a four-match suspension for controversially ruling Dauda Yussif's goal for offside in APR's goalless draw against Al Merrikh on Sunday, January 18 at Amahoro Stadium. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Referee Jabo suspended after controversially disallowed APR goal

Tuesday, January 20, 2026
An aerial view of the revamped Amahoro Stadium at Kigali Sports Hub in Remera. Courtesy
Football

Amahoro Stadium managing firm, stakeholders in talks to fix rental fees

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
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