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The Blues beat Gor Mahia 2-1 after extra time in the final to win their first CECAFA Kagame Cup since 1998 in Zanzibar. Photo/ Kellya Keza
Football

Rayon players earn lucrative bonuses after CECAFA Kagame Cup triumph

Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Rayon Sports celebrate the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup title after edging Kenyan champions Gor Mahia 2-1 at Amahoro Stadium on Friday, August 7. Photo by Kellya Keza
Football

CECAFA extends Rwanda’s Kagame Cup hosting rights until 2028

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
APR FC have informed the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) that they will not participate in the 2026 FERWAFA Super Cup. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

APR withdraw from expanded Ferwafa Super Cup

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Rwandan defender Emmanuel Imanishimwe has joined Indian Super League side Chennaiyin FC on an undisclosed deal. Courtesy
Football

Imanishimwe completes move to Indian side Chennaiyin FC

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
APR FC were drawn against Les Aigles du Congo in the first preliminary round of Africa’s premier club competition. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

APR want Champions League tie moved from DR Congo amid Ebola, security fears

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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Football

Omar Artan: 'Don't ever stop dreaming'

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Formr APR FC captain Claude Niyomugabo wins the ball against Rayon Sports players during the Peace Cup final on Saturday, May 23. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Rayon Sports join race for free agent Niyomugabo

Monday, August 10, 2026
South African tactician Josef Zinnbauer, Al Hilal's new head coach.
Football

Bukasa set for Al Hilal exit after club appoints Zinnbauer

Monday, August 10, 2026
Rayon Sports new signing Mohamed Ouattara previously played for Simba SC, among other clubs. Courtesy
Football

Rayon Sports sign Ivorian defender Mohamed Ouattara

Monday, August 10, 2026
Rwanda international Gilbert Mugisha is on the verge of joining Botswana Premier League side Jwaneng Galaxy.
Football

Mugisha set for Jwaneng Galaxy move

Sunday, August 09, 2026
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Football

Mixed emotions as Rayon Sports seal CECAFA Kagame Cup triumph

Saturday, August 08, 2026
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Football

Nshimiyimana earns Best Player award after Rayon reclaim CECAFA crown

Saturday, August 08, 2026
Rayon Sports celebrate the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup title after edging Kenyan champions Gor Mahia 2-1 at Amahoro Stadium on Friday. Photos by Kellya Keza
Football

Rayon Sports win CECAFA Kagame Cup after 28-year wait

Friday, August 07, 2026
Rayon Sports fans celebrate a 3-1 victory over South Sudan's Jamus SC in Tuesday's semifinal at Kigali Pele Stadium. Photos by Kellya Keza
Football

Rayon’s CECAFA Kagame Cup triumph could reshape Rwanda’s football rivalry

Friday, August 07, 2026
Sudan's Al Hilal SC beat South Sudan's Jamus SC 2-1 to secure the bronze medal at the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup at Amahoro stadium. Photos by Kellya Keza
Football

Al Hilal clinch bronze medal at CECAFA Kagame Cup

Friday, August 07, 2026
Rayon Sports players celebrate a goal during a friendly game against Gor Mahia at Rayon Day celebration. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Football

What changed for Rayon to reach CECAFA final after 28 years?

Friday, August 07, 2026
Gor Mahia will face Rayon Sports in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup final at Amahoro Stadium on Friday at 6 pm. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Football

Gor Mahia aim to silence Rayon fans in CECAFA Kagame Cup final

Friday, August 07, 2026
Rayon Sports head coach Francis Haringingo has vowed to do everything possible to end the club’s 28-year wait for the CECAFA Kagame Cup. Photo by Kellya Keza
Football

Haringingo targets historic CECAFA glory for Rayon

Friday, August 07, 2026
Rwandan forward Lague Byiringiro is set to join South African Premier League side Durban City FC. Courtesy
Football

Lague Byiringiro eyes fresh start with Durban City FC move

Friday, August 07, 2026
Rayon Sports fans celebrate a 3-1 victory over South Sudan's Jamus SC in Tuesday's semifinal at Kigali Pele Stadium. Photos by Kellya Keza.
Football

Can Rayon Sports end 28-year CECAFA Cup drought?

Friday, August 07, 2026