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 Hamza Nkuutu
Hamza Nkuutu
The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system has been installed at the newly refurbished Amahoro Stadium. Photo by Igihe
Football
Rwanda takes giant leap into modern football with VAR, Spider Cameras
Rwandan long distance runner Robert Kajuga  was suspended for four years after failing a drug test in 2016-File
Doping may not be a big issue in Rwanda yet but for how long?
FERWAFA  officially announced the departure of experienced German tactician Torsten Frank Spittler as head coach of the Amavubi on Tuesday night. Emmanuel Dushimimana
Football
Is Amavubi head coach job becoming a poisoned chalice?
Kamil Majchrzak in action during a past competition. Kigali is set to become a stage for international tennis once again from February 24 to March 9, at the Kicukiro Ecology Tennis Club. Courtesy
Tennis
Hosting ATP Challenger 75 and 100: Rwanda must prove past success was no fluke
National team head caoch  German tactician Frank Spittler interacts with Djihad Bizimana and Ange Mutsinzi at Huye stadium in 2023. Olivier Mugwiza
Football
The case for continuity: Why Amavubi's near future depends on keeping Spittler
Tour du Rwanda riders during the race in 2022 edition. Rwanda gears up to host the prestigious 2025 UCI Road World Championships. File
Cycling
Rwanda’s unchartered road to 2025 UCI World Championship
President Paul Kagame and other dignitaries pose for a group photo with awards winners at   the glamorous awards presentation gala at BK Arena on Friday, December 13. Courtesy
Rwanda's F1 Grand Prix bid comes with opportunities and challenges
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem delivers remarks during the General Assembly on Wednesday, December 11. Olivier Mugwiza
Economy
Hosting international events can unlock Rwanda's socio-economic, sporting opportunities
Rwanda will host first-ever professional WABA Supreme Boxing Championships on  on Sunday, December 8.
WABA Supreme Champs in Kigali, a major boost for Rwanda’s boxing profile
Athletes during the 2024 National Track and Field Series (Championships) concluded in spectacular fashion on November 23. Courtesy
Athletics body needs to bank on national championships to groom next generation
Under German coach Frank Spittler, Amavubi produced a memorable 2-1 victory away to Nigeria, a first-ever triumph on Nigerian soil. Courtesy
Football
AFCON 2025 Q: Rwanda can move forward with optimism rather than pessimism
L-R Fromer Rayon Sports presidents Paul Muvunyi, Sadate Munyakazi and Chance Denys Gacinya-courtesy
Football
Rayon Sports elections: Time to change leadership, end persistent internal chaos
APR FC players lost their first game 3-1 at the hands of Singida Big Stars on Monday, January 1. Courtesy
Football
FERWAFA's integrity stands strong (for now) amid sanctions on APR FC
Rwandan veteran international referee Salima Mukansanga announced her retirement from international refereeing at the age of 36.
Football
Retiring Mukansanga: Rwanda is proud of a trailblazer in African refereeing
A fanfare reception to Team Rwanda riders after winning La Tropicale Amissa Bongo in February 2018. Captured here at Kisimenti heading to Petit Stade for the official ceremony after a colorful parade from Kigali International Airport to Amahoro Stadium to welcome them. The Winning team was made by Joseph Areruya, Valens Ndayisenga, Didier Munyaneza, Bonaventure, Rene Ukiniwabo, and Jean Ruberwa under Felix Sempoma coaching instructions. Photos by Sam Ngendahimana
Cycling
PHOTOS: Farewell to Areruya, Rwanda's former African cyclist of the year
Rwanda increased their chances of qualifying for the AFCON 2025 finals after beating Benin 2-1 on Tuesday, October 15 at Amahoro Stadium. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Football
Rwanda has AFCON 2025 qualification aspirations right in their hands
Torsten Spittler, the Amavubi head coach talks to Skipper Djihad Bizimana during a goalless draw against Zimbabwe at Huye stadium on November 15, 2023. Photo by OLIVIER MUGWIZA
Football
Deal or no deal: FERWAFA faces crucial decision with Amavubi coach Spittler
Torsten Spittler’s recent decision to exclude Standard Liege midfielder Hakim Sahabo  from his squad for Benin matches  underscores the severe consequences of indiscipline.
Football
Sahabo, York snubs: Why athletes must pay the price for indiscipline

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