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Four Rwandan athletes to compete at world para athletics

Thursday, June 11, 2026
Rwanda’s Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, speaks at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2026 in Russia, on June 5. Mukazayire said the Olympic system should reflect all continents rather than remain concentrated in a few regions.

‘Africa Is ready’: Rwandan minister makes case for Olympic Games hosting rights

Saturday, June 06, 2026
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
Emeline Imanizabayowho recently won two gold medals has been left out of the national squad for the upcoming 2026 Kigali International Peace Marathon scheduled for June 13–14. Courtesy

Why Niyonkuru, Imanizabayo withdrew from Kigali Marathon

Monday, May 18, 2026
France-based long-distance runner Felicien Muhitira during Cross Country competition at Kicukiro. Sam Ngendahimana

Kigali Marathon 2026: Muhitira returns to national team after five-year suspension

Sunday, May 17, 2026
The 2026 Kigali International Peace Marathon will take place across two days, from June 13-14. Photo courtesy

Kigali International Peace Marathon 2026 expands to two days

Saturday, May 16, 2026
Rwandan athlete Emeline Imanizabayo won her 2nd Gold medal at the ongoing African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana. She won gold in the women’s 3000m on Thursday, May 14. Courtesy

Imanizabayo wins second gold in Accra

Thursday, May 14, 2026
Emeline Imanizabayo became the first Rwandan athlete to strike gold in any event at the African Athletics Championships with a win in Accra, Ghana, on Tuesday, courtesy

Imanizabayo wins gold on African Athletics Championships debut

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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New generation of athletics stars shining on the track

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Rwanda's national football teams physiotherapist Patrick Rutamu (in white jersey) assesses Gilbert Mugisha's injury during a past match. Courtesy photo
Football

Meet Patrick Rutamu: The man who keeps Rwandan players on their feet

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
For five decades, ARIPO has worked with its 22 Member States to strengthen and harmonise intellectual property systems across the region. Courtesy

Leveraging intellectual property to elevate Africa’s sports economy

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Rwandan athlete Florence Niyonkuru claimed gold in the Elite Women’s 10,000m at the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, held on Sunday in India.

Rwanda’s Niyonkuru wins gold in Bengaluru

Sunday, April 26, 2026