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RSSB boss Regis Rugemanshuro
Rwanda

THE BIG INTERVIEW: RSSB boss breaks down Inyange, Ruliba, BK General Insurance deals

Tuesday, September 01, 2026
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has retired from international football aged 39.

Argentina legend Messi retires from international football at 39

Monday, August 31, 2026
Born on August 5, 1988, in Ngororero District, Gakunzi grew up as the third of four children. File

Boxing began as self-defence, now he’s grooming future champions

Thursday, August 20, 2026
Former Rwandan tennis player Mathieu Uwizeyimana has started a tennis programme at Cercle Sportif de Kigali. His initiative now enrolls more than 60 children. Courtesy photos
Tennis

Former player turns to preparing next tennis stars

Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Game On Rwanda CEO Jean Paul Hirwa, the brains behind East African Corporate League. Courtesy photos
Basketball

Game On basketball expands, aims for socio-economic impact

Sunday, August 09, 2026
Spain lifted their second World Cup title at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, on Sunday, July 19 after beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Courtesy

The World Cup that ended one era and introduced another

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Kenyan rally star Karan Patel and his co-driver Tauseef Khan delivered a commanding performance to clinch their fourth Mountain Gorilla Rally title. The three-day FIA African Rally Championship event concluded on Sunday. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Patel triumphs again in dramatic 2026 Mountain Gorilla Rally

Sunday, July 12, 2026
Five players have entered free agency after their contracts with their respective clubs expired at the end of the 2025/26 season. (L-R) James Achille, Dusenge Wicklif, John Nkurunziza, Yves Mutabazi and Djibril. Courtesy
Volleyball

Five free agents headlining Rwandan volleyball transfer window

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
The Nyirangarama Sprint Rally 2026 brought motorsport excitement to the heart of the Norther region of the country. Courtesy
Other Sports

Davite claims victory as mechanical failure shake Nyirangarama Rally

Sunday, April 05, 2026
Former Rwanda national cricket player Cathia Uwamahoro. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Other Sports

Between struggle and stability: The reality of Rwandan athletes after retirement 

Thursday, April 02, 2026
Former National Team captain Haruna Niyonzima wins the ball against Mozambican player at Amahoro National Stadium on June 4, 2016. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Football

Farewell to a century great: Why Niyonzima deserves a testimonial match

Friday, March 06, 2026
Former Amavubi captain Haruna Niyonzima is set for a testimonial after announcing retirement from professional football. Net photo
Football

Niyonzima confirms farewell football match after retirement

Tuesday, March 03, 2026