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CECAFA president Paulos Weldehaimanot Andemariam has backed Rwanda’s bid to host the next three editions of the CECAFA Kagame Cup. Courtesy
Football

CECAFA boss backs Rwanda to host next three Kagame Cup editions

Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Rayon Sports seek to win their first CECAFA Kagame Cup since it was rebranded in 2002. Courtesy.
Football

What you need to know about 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup

Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Police FC new head coach Rkyer Jaafar and his assistant, Spanish coach BAKKALI TAHIRI Mostafa
Football

Police unveil Moroccan Rkyer Jaafar as new head coach

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Rayon Sports president Abdallah Murenzi and BK Chief Digital and Retail Officer Desire Rumanyika during the sing ceremony in Kigali on Friday, July 17. Courtesy
Football

A new dawn for Rayon Sports and a brighter future for Rwandan football

Monday, July 20, 2026
Rayon Sports won 2-0 over Kenya's Gor Mahia at Kigali Pelé Stadium on Saturday.Photos by Craish Bahizi
Football

Rayon Sports begin new era with 2-0 win over Gor Mahia

Saturday, July 18, 2026
Rayon Sports president Abdallah Murenzi and BK Chief Digital and Retail Officer Desire Rumanyika during the sing ceremony in Kigali on Friday, July 17. Courtesy
Football

Rayon Sports seal Rwf1bn-per-year deal with Bank of Kigali

Friday, July 17, 2026
Arsenal is set to build three football pitches in Rwanda, according to Sports Minister Nelly Mukazayire
Football

Arsenal to build three football pitches in Rwanda

Friday, July 17, 2026
Premier League side Aston Villa announcing Visit Rwanda as its new principal partner, official tourism partner and official coffee partner.
Football

From Arsenal’s sleeve to Aston Villa’s chest – why Visit Rwanda’s Premier League leap matters

Friday, July 17, 2026
Rwandan-rooted defender Warren Hakon Christofer Kamanzi has completed a move to Swedish top-flight side Malmö FF.
Football

Rwandan-born defender Warren Kamanzi seals Malmö FF move

Thursday, July 16, 2026
Gabby Agbonlahor (L) and Jack Grealish are regarded as Aston Villa legends. Courtesy
Football

Football legends who shaped Aston Villa's 150-year history

Thursday, July 16, 2026
Aston Villa is one of England's most decorated clubs. Courtesy photo
Football

Aston Villa: What to know about Visit Rwanda’s new tourism partner

Thursday, July 16, 2026
Prince William, the Prince of Wales and heir to the British throne.
Football

Prince William and global figures headlining Aston Villa’s fanbase

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Al Hilal have been stripped of the 202526 Sudan Premier League title
Football

Al Merrikh win Sudan league title after Al Hilal forfeit derby

Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Nguema is among the standout players in the Rwanda Women's Premier League.
Football

How Odette Nguema defied critics to win over Blues hearts

Tuesday, July 14, 2026
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Football

Girumugisha wins 2026 BK Pro League player of the season award

Monday, July 13, 2026
APR FC defender Clement Niyigena will join Egyptian Premier League side Smouha SC.
Football

Niyigena bids farewell to APR FC after Smouha SC move

Sunday, July 12, 2026
The New Times
Football

Al Hilal, Al Merrikh to host CAF Champions League matches in Kigali

Saturday, July 11, 2026
Richard Ndayishimiye
Football

Ndayishimiye bids farewell to Rayon Sports after two seasons

Saturday, July 11, 2026
The New Times
Football

Al Hilal injects $300,000 into CECAFA Kagame Cup for next three years

Friday, July 10, 2026
Rwanda international goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari is set to join newly promoted South African side Kruger United following a challenging debut season at Kaizer Chiefs
Football

Ntwari set for Kruger United move after difficult Chiefs spell

Friday, July 10, 2026