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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
The Rwanda Handball Federation (FERWAHAND) opened the Genocide Memorial Handball Tournament 2026, a three-day competition running through Sunday 7. Courtesy
Handball

Handball: Genocide memorial tourney kicks off

Friday, June 05, 2026
Tour du Rwanda 2018 champion Samuel Mugisha celebrates his crucial win as he crosses the finish line at Nyamirambo. Mugisha was the last Rwandan rider to win Tour du Rwanda. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Cycling

Can Nkurayija return Rwandan cycling to Africa’s summit?

Friday, June 05, 2026
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attends Eid prayers in the Bronx wearing a thobe fashioned from an Arsenal away kit featuring the 'Visit Rwanda' logo on the morning of Eid al-Adha, May 27, 2026.

The sleeve that went to prayers

Thursday, June 04, 2026
RSSB Tigers players celebrate after being crowned 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) champions, following a thrilling 90-88 victory over Angola's Petro de Luanda in the final at BK Arena on Sunday. Olivier Mugwiza

What we learned from a historic sports weekend

Wednesday, June 03, 2026
Creatives during a session in The Africa House.
Art

Kigali on radar as Africa's next creative frontier

Wednesday, June 03, 2026
Paris Saint-Germain players and staff celebrate winning the UEFA Champions League title on Saturday, May 30, after defeating Arsenal 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time.

A weekend that took Visit Rwanda to new heights

Wednesday, June 03, 2026
Bugesera Cycling Team riders compete during Rwanda Cycling Cup. The new FERWACY president vows to launch Tour du Rwanda for women riders. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Cycling

Nkurayija pledges to launch women’s Tour of Rwanda

Tuesday, June 02, 2026
Petro de Luanda facing Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers during the Basketball Africa League final at BK Arena. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Editorial

Rwanda’s investment in sports is no longer a gamble

Monday, June 01, 2026
Candy Basomingera, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Sports delivers her remarks at the meeting. Courtesy
Rwanda

Sports sector to create more jobs as youth participation rises

Monday, June 01, 2026
Fans celebrates as Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers made history on Wednesday night after defeating Egypt’s Al Ahly SC 106-97 at BK Arena. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza

Why international sports events are already benefiting ordinary Rwandans

Friday, May 29, 2026
An aerial view of the revamped Amahoro Stadium at Kigali Sports Hub in Remera. Courtesy (1)

No, there’s much economic activity at Kigali Sports City

Thursday, May 28, 2026