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Rwanda will host Zambia in the first leg at to their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign on Friday at Kigali Pele Stadium. Courtesy
Football

World Cup qualifiers: Rwanda women target strong start against Zambia

Thursday, April 16, 2026
A security protocol steward blocked national team captain Djihad Bizimana from bringing his daughter onto the pitch for celebrations. Courtesy
Football

FIFA Series 2026: How an overzealous security steward stole the joy of the Amavubi Captain

Friday, April 03, 2026
Amavubi players and staff celebrate the victory after beating Estonia 2-0 to win the 2026 FIFA Series Group A title on Monday, March 30. The national men’s team, Amavubi, rose from 130th to 128th globally, while maintaining 40th position in Africa with 1,126.62 points. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza.
Football

Rwanda climbs two places in latest FIFA rankings

Wednesday, April 01, 2026
The former Amavubi head coach Constantine is expected to help the team to restore stability, rebuild confidence, and guide Rwanda toward qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations 2027.
Football

Is Constantine’s return to Amavubi a second chance at redemption or risky déjà vu?

Friday, March 20, 2026
APR FC finished the 3rd during CECAFA Kagame Cup 2025 in Tanzania. APR are Rwanda's most successful CECAFA Kagame Cup winners with three titles in 2004, 2007 and most recently in 2010. File
Football

Rwanda's 2026 sporting calendar should be an opportunity to shine beyond hosting

Thursday, March 12, 2026
Stephen Constantine. Net photo
Football

Stephen Constantine returns as Amavubi head coach 

Thursday, March 12, 2026
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Handball

Weekend sports: CAF champions league in Kigali, handball finals

Friday, January 30, 2026
Sports Minister Nelly Mukazayire speaks during a past SportsBiz Africa Forum in Kigali. File
Other Sports

Kigali to host SportsBiz Africa Forum 2026

Thursday, January 29, 2026
The FIFA Series groups released by World Football governing body (FIFA) on Monday, January 19, pooled Rwanda in the same group as Kenya's Harambee Stars, Estonia and Grenada.. File
Football

Rwanda, Kenya drawn in Group A in 2026 FIFA Series

Monday, January 19, 2026
Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has announced the termination of Adel Amrouche’s contract as head coach of the national football team, Amavubi.
Football

Adel Amrouche relieved of his duties at Amavubi

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
In October 2025 Rwanda and Brazil signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Political Consultations to strengthen bilateral dialogue. COURTESY

Walking together: Brazil and Rwanda at the start of a shared journey

Wednesday, January 07, 2026
Rwanda will finish 2025 sitting 131st on FIFA men's world ranking led by Spain. Photo courtesy
Football

Spain end 2025 atop FIFA men's world rankings, Amavubi stay 131st

Tuesday, December 23, 2025