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Mohamed Salah (R) of Egypt celebrates scoring with his teammate Emam Ashour during a group G match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Egypt beat Australia on penalties to qualify for last 16. (Xinhua)

World Cup: Egypt beat Australia on penalties to book last-16 place

Saturday, July 04, 2026
Six-time champions Simba SC are set to return to Kigali after being confirmed among the teams that will compete in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup
Football

Simba SC to take part in CECAFA Kagame Cup

Friday, July 03, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal reacts during the group K match between Portugal and Uzbekistan at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Houston Stadium. Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 to qualify to the last 16. (Xinhua)

Portugal score in stoppage-time to go past Croatia

Friday, July 03, 2026
Cape Verde players have shown remarkable defensive organisation. Internet

Expanded World Cup has opened the door–now Africa must walk through it

Friday, July 03, 2026
Spanish fans react at past game. Spain on Thursday beat Austria 3-0 to qualify for last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. (Photo by Xinhua)

Spain dominate in win over Austria to reach World Cup last 16

Friday, July 03, 2026
The Black Stars advanced from Group L after defeating Panama 1-0, holding England to a goalless draw and narrowly losing 2-1 to Croatia. Courtesy

Africa’s World Cup hopes continue as four more nations eye last 16 berth

Friday, July 03, 2026
Folarin Balogun of the United States celebrates after scoring during the round of 32 match between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. (Xinhua photo)

Ten-man USA beat Bosnia to reach World Cup last 16

Thursday, July 02, 2026
Egyptian giants Pyramids FC have made a strong move for Burundian winger Jean-Claude Girumugisha.
Football

Al Hilal reject Pyramids' $1.5m bid for Girumugisha

Thursday, July 02, 2026
SKOL Brewery Rwanda Managing Director Eric Gilson and Rwanda Premier League President Hadji Mudaheranwa signed the agreement in Kigali. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Featured

SKOL pours Rwf915m into BK Pro League as official beer partner in major football boost

Wednesday, July 01, 2026
FERWAFA has suspended its Director of Finance and Administration, Peggy Kagwire, over allegations of financial misappropriation involving Rwf406 million.
Crime

FERWAFA official under probe over alleged Rwf406m fraud

Wednesday, July 01, 2026
Former Secretary General of the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA), Adolphe Kalisa, commonly known as “Camarade”.
Crime

Ex-FERWAFA boss Kalisa denied bail

Wednesday, July 01, 2026
Gor Mahia players celebrate their goal against Mara Sugar on January 18, 2026. Photo by Gor Mahia
Football

Blues line up Gor Mahia friendly on Rayon Day

Wednesday, July 01, 2026