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Rapper Riderman peforms at King James' show on Sunday, August 2. Riderman has now been confirmed as the headline halftime performer for Tuesday's semifinal matches. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

CECAFA Kagame Cup turns halftime into a musical spectacle

Tuesday, August 04, 2026
The total prize pool has increased by 67%, rising from $3.475 million to $5.8 million.

CAF commits record $5.8m prize pool to Women’s AFCON

Thursday, July 23, 2026
Argentine star Lionel Messi and Emiliano Martinez, the goalkeeper.

Martinez or Simon? Goalkeepers ready to shape World Cup final

Sunday, July 19, 2026
In 2007, a baby named Lamine Yamal (right) and his mom Sheila met Lionel Messi (left) at a UNICEF fundraising photoshoot. 19 years later, Yamal and Messi meet in the World Cup final. Photo credit: Joan Monfort.

Lamine Yamal: The baby Messi held 19 years ago is his World Cup final rival

Saturday, July 18, 2026
Aston Villa Women,

Meet Aston Villa Women, Rwanda's newest ambassadors in WSL

Thursday, July 16, 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
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Cricket

Win or lose, ICC Women’s Challenge Trophy will not leave Rwanda’s cricket landscape the same

Friday, April 17, 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
Rayon Sports fans look dejected after a 4–0 Super Cup defeat to APR FC at Amahoro Stadium on January 10. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Why fans are leaving stadiums — and how to bring them back

Friday, January 30, 2026
Shining Academy emerged as overall winner of the Kick for Joy youth football tournament. Photos courtesy
Football

Football academies decry funding for sustainable youth tournaments

Monday, December 29, 2025
Dutch defender Jurrien Timber is among Arsenal's top players who visited Rwanda under the current deal which expires in June 2026-Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Milestones that stood out during Visit Rwanda-Arsenal partnership

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Thousands of fans watch a crucial game between Kenya and Morocco during the CHAN.
Football

East Africa – Pamoja we can: CHAN glory could usher a new era ahead of AFCON 2027

Friday, August 22, 2025