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Imanizabayo lined up for the 2021 Kigali International Peace Marathon
Other Sports

I want to see Rwanda in athletics conversation—Imanizabayo

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Rayon Sports delivered a composed second-half performance to defeat Bugesera FC 2-0 at Kigali Pelé Stadium on Tuesday night. Courtesy
Football

Rayon beat Bugesera FC to boost Confederation Cup hopes

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Rwanda won their fourth straight game in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup qualifier in Botswana with a 8-wicket win over Mali on Tuesday, May 26 in Gaborone, Botswana. Photo Courtesy
Cricket

Rwanda dismantle Mali for fourth win in T20 World Cup qualifier

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Manchester City striker Antoine Semenyo had a superb season for the Premier League side, and is set to lead the line for Ghana at the FIFA World Cup. Christian Kaspar-Bartke/Getty Images
Football

Semenyo leads Ghana World Cup squad, injured Kudus out

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Petro de Luanda overturned an eight-point deficit in the first round of the BAL quarterfinals to beat Dar City 83-69 in the decisive round and qualify for the semifinals for the sixth time in a row. Courtesy/BAL
Basketball

Petro de Luanda back in BAL semis for sixth time in a row

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Rayon Sports goalkeeper Olivier Kwizera in action during the Peace Cup Final on Saturday. The Blues will host Bugesera FC at Kigali Pele Stadium on Tuesday. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Rayon face Confed. Cup dilemma as Etincelles fight to avoid relegation

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
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Basketball

Al Ahly Ly see off Club Africain to storm BAL 2026 semis

Monday, May 25, 2026
Rwanda extended their unbeaten run at ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub Regional Africa Qualifier A in Botswana with a two-wicket win over Kenya on Monday. Courtesy
Cricket

Cricket: Rwanda edge Kenya in thriller to keep perfect run

Monday, May 25, 2026
Former cyclist Jean-Hubert Nkurayija Ishimwe has emerged as the sole candidate for the presidency of FERWACY.
Cycling

Nkurayija to run for FERWACY presidency unopposed

Monday, May 25, 2026
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

Niyomugabo eager to help APR end Champions League frustration

Monday, May 25, 2026
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Football

Sundowns claim second CAF Champions League title

Monday, May 25, 2026
FUS Rabat claimed a dramatic 99-98 victory over RSSB Tigers on Sunday, May 24. Olivier Mugwiza
Basketball

RSSB Tigers edge out FUS Rabat to join Al Ahly in BAL semifinals

Monday, May 25, 2026
APR FC players and staff celebrate after winning the 2026 Peace Cup title at Amahoro Stadium on Saturday, May 23. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Five things learnt from APR’s Peace Cup triumph

Monday, May 25, 2026
Al Ahly SC secured the first Basketball Africa League (BAL) semi-final ticket after beating ASC Ville de Dakar 87-76. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Basketball

Al Ahly SC beat ASC Ville de Dakar to advance into BAL 2026 semis

Sunday, May 24, 2026
APR VC are winners of the 22nd Rutsindura Memorial Tournament after defeating rivals Rwanda Energy Group VC at Gisagara Gymnasium on Sunday, May 24. Courtesy
Football

APR VC defeat REG to win 2026 Rutsindura Memorial tournament

Sunday, May 24, 2026
APR retained the Peace Cup after beating Rayon Sports 4–2 on penalties following a 1–1 draw in regulation time. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Abderrahim taunts Rayon Sports after Peace Cup victory

Sunday, May 24, 2026
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Basketball

Sports is about character, Mukazayire tells BAL4HER camp participants

Sunday, May 24, 2026
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Cricket

Rwanda start World Cup qualifier campaign with win over Cameroon

Sunday, May 24, 2026
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Basketball

BAL Playoffs: Dar City stun Petro de Luanda in quarterfinal Game 1

Sunday, May 24, 2026
APR FC players and staff celebrate the Peace Cup title after beating Rayon Sports at Amahoro Stadium on Saturday, May 23. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

PHOTOS: APR beat Rayon Sports on penalty shootouts to retain Peace Cup

Saturday, May 23, 2026