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Rwandan women who have defied the odds to make a name for themselves in historically male-dominated sporting fields, paving the way for many women in Rwanda and beyond.
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Top 10 history-making Rwandan women athletes

Friday, June 16, 2023
Some of the top female referees who are inspiring the young generation and especially shaping Rwanda’s sports sector. Courtesy

Rwanda’s top female referees

Thursday, February 23, 2023
Rongin Munyurangabo booked his slot in the second round of Olympiad qualifiers just after the first four games on Sunday, January 19.

Chess: Rongin Munyurangabo, 19, extends unbeaten run to 12 games

Sunday, January 26, 2020
Joseph Nzabanita is the reigning national champion since December 2018. / File

National champion Nzabanita initiates new chess tournament

Thursday, May 09, 2019
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Why 2018 was the best year yet for Rwanda cycling

Friday, January 04, 2019
Joselyne Uwase, 16, is the first and only Rwandan chess player to attain the WFM title. / File photo
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2018: A thrilling year for Rwanda chess

Saturday, December 29, 2018
Rwanda Chess Federation (FERWADE) president Kevin Ganza said Uwase proved she has great potential and will be encouraged to start competing in stronger tournaments.

Nzabanita, Uwase are 2018 National Chess Champions

Monday, December 24, 2018
Florent Niyongira analyses his position before taming reigning champion Dr Ben Karenzi in round 5 on Saturday. Courtesy
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National Chess Championships: Niyongira upsets Karenzi in round 5

Saturday, December 22, 2018
Anna Ngarambe, 16, only lost to reigning champion Sandrine Uwase, in round four, last week. Courtesy.

Chess: Ngarambe eyes top three finish in national championships

Friday, December 21, 2018
Budding talent, Amanda Ngwinondebe, 11, the youngest contestant in the tournament, has won one game in the first four games.

National Chess Championships: Nzabanita, Uwase leading after round 4

Monday, December 17, 2018
Florent Niyongira caused some upset in round 3 on Sunday as he defeated Valentin Rukimbira to maintain his perfect start to the tournament. He was due to face Joseph Nzabanita in round 4 later in the day. Courtesy.
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Niyongira, Uwase ahead after round three in national champs

Monday, December 17, 2018
LNDC chess club captain, Anna Ngarambe, is buoyed to surprise champion Sandrine Uwase on Sunday afternoon. Courtesy
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National Chess Championships: Karenzi draws with Nzabanita as Uwase continues to shine

Sunday, December 16, 2018