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Fidèle Kajugiro Sebarinda, a pioneering sports journalist and long‑serving broadcaster with Radio Rwanda, who passed away on Saturday, June 13.
Football

Fidèle Kajugiro Sebarinda: Remembering the voice of Rwandan sports journalism

Monday, June 15, 2026
Police FC have parted ways with Tunisian head coach Ben Moussa after a disappointing 2025-26 season. Courtesy
Football

Police FC part ways with Ben Moussa

Monday, June 15, 2026
Zaria Court is screening matches at Azzurri Lounge on indoor and outdoor screens. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Football

Where to watch the World Cup in Kigali

Monday, June 15, 2026
Goalkeeper Olivier Kwizera is among the players that may be an option for various clubs after the expiry of his contract with Rayon Sports. File

Transfers: Top five free agents up for grabs

Monday, June 15, 2026
Veteran sports journalist, broadcaster and sports administrator Fidéle Kajugiro Sebalinda passed away on Saturday, June 13. File

Veteran sports journalist Kajugiro Sebalinda passes away

Sunday, June 14, 2026
Fanny Utagushimaninde and Georgette Ingabire, powered strong batting performances for Rwanda posted 179/6 before restricting Brazil to 121 all out.
Cricket

Cricket: Rwanda beats Brazil at Kwibuka T20

Sunday, June 14, 2026
Angelique Ibishatse won gold in the women’s half marathon at the 21st edition of the Kigali International Peace Marathon, held on Sunday, June 14,

Kigali Peace Marathon: Ibishatse leads Rwanda’s dominance with half marathon gold

Sunday, June 14, 2026
A previous fireworks show at the KCC in 2024. The venue is set to display another fireworks show on Saturday in celebration of the RSSB Tigers' BAL triumph.
Basketball

Fireworks to light up Kigali for RSSB Tigers’ BAL triumph

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Vinicius Jr. (left) and Achraf Hakimi are expected to play key roles as Brazil and Morocco tussle it out in the World Cup on Sunday.
World Cup 2026

Morocco Vs Brazil: Atlas Lions seek new World Cup statement

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Spain's Ignacio Campos (left) said he is built to fight champions like Wasi Adeshina (right). The pair face off in the main event that will headline the PFL Africa 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria, on Saturday, June 13. Courtesy

Adeshina fights Spain’s Campos as PFL Africa debuts in Lagos

Saturday, June 13, 2026
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World Cup 2026

How African fashion made a statement at World Cup 2026

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Hoziana poses in AS Kigali colours after signing for the club. Photo by AS Kigali media.
Football

AS Kigali sign duo as APR land Malian midfielder

Saturday, June 13, 2026
The New Times
Basketball

Basketball: Garba drops 22 points as Patriots stun RSSB Tigers

Saturday, June 13, 2026
The FIBA Intercontinental Cup, where RSSB Tigers will represent Africa, will be held in Beijing, China. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Basketball

Beijing to host RSSB Tigers’ FIBA Intercontinental Cup debut

Friday, June 12, 2026
Amavubi staff and players pose for a photo during a training session in Cairo. The national football team, remained 128th in the latest FIFA World Rankings released on Thursday, June 11.
Football

Rwanda remains unchanged in latest FIFA rankings

Friday, June 12, 2026
Middle blocker Patrick Byiringiro from Kepler VC, has joined APR VC on a two-year contract
Volleyball

Volleyball: Byiringiro joins APR on two-year deal

Friday, June 12, 2026
SC Kiyovu have signed midfielder Hakim Hamissi from Gasogi United and defender Emmanuel Kambanda from Amagaju FC, with both players agreeing to two-year contracts.
Football

Kiyovu boost squad as Rayon, Musanze make moves

Friday, June 12, 2026
The Blues fans celebrate a 1-0 victory over Police FC at Kigali Pele Stadium on May 11, 2025. Photo by Olivier
Football

Rayon Sports must turn popularity into leverage to attract potential sponsors

Friday, June 12, 2026
Jean-Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza and William Robeyns.
Basketball

Why Nshobozwa, Robeyns missed out on national team roster

Friday, June 12, 2026
The 21st annual Kigali International Peace Marathon (KIPM), will take place from Saturday, June 13 to 14. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

How peace marathon highlights Rwanda’s sports tourism

Friday, June 12, 2026