#Rwanda’s U-23 team suffered a 3-0 defeat to Cameroon in the first leg of their second-round 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at Kigali Pelé Stadium on Wednesday.
• The two sides went into halftime level at 0-0 before Patrick Edzimbi broke the deadlock for Cameroon in the ngle Rattensi doubled the visitors’ lead in the 87th minute, before Edzimbi scored again in stoppage time to complete his brace.
• The result gives Cameroon a significant advantage ahead of the return leg scheduled for Sunday in Cameroon.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40382/…
• The two sides went into halftime level at 0-0 before Patrick Edzimbi broke the deadlock for Cameroon in the ngle Rattensi doubled the visitors’ lead in the 87th minute, before Edzimbi scored again in stoppage time to complete his brace.
• The result gives Cameroon a significant advantage ahead of the return leg scheduled for Sunday in Cameroon.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40382/…
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Rwanda head coach Stephen Constantine and his players depart Kigali for Bamako ahead of Friday’s crunch AFCON Qualifiers clash against Mali at Stade du 26 Mars.
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UPDATE: Arsene Wenger is considering challenging Gianni Infantino to become the next FIFA President, reports Sky Sports.
The next FIFA presidential election will take place at the 77th FIFA Congress in Rabat, Morocco, on March 18, 2027.
The next FIFA presidential election will take place at the 77th FIFA Congress in Rabat, Morocco, on March 18, 2027.
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𝐈𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐦𝐰𝐞, 𝐓𝐮𝐲𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 @imbankrw 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
• Top seed Ishimwe claimed the men’s professional singles title after Etienne Niyigena retired midway through the deciding set, with the match ending 5-7, 6-4, 4-0.
• In the ngles final, Tuyishime defeated Carine Nishimwe 6-4, 7-5 to secure the title.
• The tournament, which started on October 26, attracted 177 players competing across professional, amateur, doubles and Under-16 categories.
• Other winners included Richard Munyaneza and Alphonse Uwizeye in men’s amateur doubles, and Antony Hanchez and Elise Fetas in mixed doubles.
• I&M Bank Rwanda CEO Benjamin Mutimura reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to supporting tennis development, while #Rwanda Tennis Federation President Théoneste Karenzi highlighted the role of such tournaments in nurturing emerging talent.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40323/…
• Top seed Ishimwe claimed the men’s professional singles title after Etienne Niyigena retired midway through the deciding set, with the match ending 5-7, 6-4, 4-0.
• In the ngles final, Tuyishime defeated Carine Nishimwe 6-4, 7-5 to secure the title.
• The tournament, which started on October 26, attracted 177 players competing across professional, amateur, doubles and Under-16 categories.
• Other winners included Richard Munyaneza and Alphonse Uwizeye in men’s amateur doubles, and Antony Hanchez and Elise Fetas in mixed doubles.
• I&M Bank Rwanda CEO Benjamin Mutimura reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to supporting tennis development, while #Rwanda Tennis Federation President Théoneste Karenzi highlighted the role of such tournaments in nurturing emerging talent.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40323/…
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Rwandan sprinter Sonia Abizera has qualified for the women’s 400m final at the Dakar 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games after setting a new personal best of 57.29 seconds in the semi-finals.
• Abizera finished fifth in her semi-final heat to secure a place in Monday’s final, scheduled for 18:50 CAT at Complexe Iba Mar Diop.
• Her latest time improved on her previous personal best of 58.33 seconds, giving her an opportunity to compete for a podium finish.
• In swimming, Aragsan Mugabo set a national record in the women’s 50m freestyle in 29.94 seconds, while several other Rwandan swimmers recorded personal bests.
• In Kung-Fu Wushu, Francois Mugisha finished ninth overall in the Changquan and Gunshu events, narrowly missing the final.
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• Abizera finished fifth in her semi-final heat to secure a place in Monday’s final, scheduled for 18:50 CAT at Complexe Iba Mar Diop.
• Her latest time improved on her previous personal best of 58.33 seconds, giving her an opportunity to compete for a podium finish.
• In swimming, Aragsan Mugabo set a national record in the women’s 50m freestyle in 29.94 seconds, while several other Rwandan swimmers recorded personal bests.
• In Kung-Fu Wushu, Francois Mugisha finished ninth overall in the Changquan and Gunshu events, narrowly missing the final.
newtimes.co.rw/article/40318/…
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Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier met 25 young goalkeepers from PSG Academy Rwanda at Amahoro Stadium on Sunday, as part of his two-day visit to Rwanda under the PSG-Visit Rwanda partnership.
• The 24-year-old joined the youngsters for a training session, sharing couraging them to enjoy football, train seriously and work hard to achieve their ambitions.
• He also met Minister of State for Sports Rwego Ngarambe and visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Kigali Golf Resort & Villas and Amahoro Stadium.
• Chevalier said he was impressed by Rwanda’s culture, natural attractions and warm welcome, adding that he hoped to recommend the country to his friends in France.
• His visit is expected to continue in Musanze, where he will experience gorilla trekking.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40306/…
• The 24-year-old joined the youngsters for a training session, sharing couraging them to enjoy football, train seriously and work hard to achieve their ambitions.
• He also met Minister of State for Sports Rwego Ngarambe and visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Kigali Golf Resort & Villas and Amahoro Stadium.
• Chevalier said he was impressed by Rwanda’s culture, natural attractions and warm welcome, adding that he hoped to recommend the country to his friends in France.
• His visit is expected to continue in Musanze, where he will experience gorilla trekking.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40306/…
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UPDATE: Sonia Tuyishime claims the women’s pro singles title at the @imbankrw Open Tennis Tournament after defeating Carine Nishimwe in the final in straight sets (6-4, 7-5).
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WATCH: #Rwanda’s top seed Claude Ishimwe takes on Etienne Niyigena in the men’s pro singles final of the ongoing I&M Bank Open Tennis Tournament.
📹: @dylmugenga /TNT
📹: @dylmugenga /TNT
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WATCH: Sonia Tuyishime and Carine Nishimwe warm up ahead of the women’s professional singles final of the ongoing @imbankrw Open Tennis Tournament.
Tuyishime booked her place in the final after defeating Gisele Umumararungu in straight sets (6-4, 6-4), while Nishimwe edged Sonia er spot in the title decider.
📹: @dylmugenga /TNT
Tuyishime booked her place in the final after defeating Gisele Umumararungu in straight sets (6-4, 6-4), while Nishimwe edged Sonia er spot in the title decider.
📹: @dylmugenga /TNT
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UPDATE: Kian Bimenyimana will face Remmy Ndizeye in the boys’ Under-14 singles final of the ongoing @imbankrw Open Tennis Tournament at Cercle Sportif de Kigali.
Bimenyimana books his place in the final after defeating Kevin Ganza in straight sets (4-3(2), 4-1). Meanwhile, Ndizeye overcomes Julie Mucyo, also in straight sets (4-3(4), 4-1).
Bimenyimana books his place in the final after defeating Kevin Ganza in straight sets (4-3(2), 4-1). Meanwhile, Ndizeye overcomes Julie Mucyo, also in straight sets (4-3(4), 4-1).
UPDATE: The I&M Bank Open Tennis Tournament continues on Sunday, with Under-14 players battling for a place in the final at Cercle Sportif de Kigali.
Kian Bimenyimana is taking on Reponse Dushime, while Julie Mucyo faces Joshua Ndizeye on the other court.
🎥: @dylmugenga /TNT
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UPDATE: The I&M Bank Open Tennis Tournament continues on Sunday, with Under-14 players battling for a place in the final at Cercle Sportif de Kigali.
Kian Bimenyimana is taking on Reponse Dushime, while Julie Mucyo faces Joshua Ndizeye on the other court.
🎥: @dylmugenga /TNT
Kian Bimenyimana is taking on Reponse Dushime, while Julie Mucyo faces Joshua Ndizeye on the other court.
🎥: @dylmugenga /TNT
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Carine Nishimwe books her place in the women’s professional singles final after defeating Rona Tuyishimire in straight sets (6-4, 7-5).
Nishimwe will face Sonia Tuyishimire in Sunday’s final of the I&M Bank Open Tennis Tournament.
Nishimwe will face Sonia Tuyishimire in Sunday’s final of the I&M Bank Open Tennis Tournament.
Alexis Byiringiro and Jean Paul Mana take on Richard Munyaneza and Alphonse Uwizeye in the men’s amateur doubles semi-final of the I&M Bank Open Tennis Tournament, with a place in the final at stake. He was r
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Alexis Byiringiro and Jean Paul Mana take on Richard Munyaneza and Alphonse Uwizeye in the men’s amateur doubles semi-final of the I&M Bank Open Tennis Tournament, with a place in the final at stake. He was r
HAPPENING: @imbankrw is hosting its second tennis tournament at Cercle Sportif de Kigali, bringing together junior, men’s and women’s players, including professionals, for a two-day competition.
The men’s amateur singles draw features 64 players.
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UPDATE: Sonia Tuyishime reaches the women’s professional singles final at the I&M Open Tournament after defeating Gloria Umumararungu 6-4, 6-4 in straight sets.
She will face either Ruth Tuyishimire or Carine Nishimwe in the final.
She will face either Ruth Tuyishimire or Carine Nishimwe in the final.
HAPPENING: @imbankrw is hosting its second tennis tournament at Cercle Sportif de Kigali, bringing together junior, men’s and women’s players, including professionals, for a two-day competition.
The men’s amateur singles draw features 64 players.
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HAPPENING: @imbankrw is hosting its second tennis tournament at Cercle Sportif de Kigali, bringing together junior, men’s and women’s players, including professionals, for a two-day competition.
The men’s amateur singles draw features 64 players.
The men’s amateur singles draw features 64 players.
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The Burkina Faso international signed the new deal on Thursday, November 5, APR FC confirmed.
Ouattara initially joined the club on a two-year contract that was due to expire in January 2027.
• He scored 18 league goals during the 2025/26 season to finish as the BK Pro League’s is time at APR, the striker has helped the club win two consecutive league titles, two Peace Cups and a FERWAFA Super Cup.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40259/…
Ouattara initially joined the club on a two-year contract that was due to expire in January 2027.
• He scored 18 league goals during the 2025/26 season to finish as the BK Pro League’s is time at APR, the striker has helped the club win two consecutive league titles, two Peace Cups and a FERWAFA Super Cup.
Read more: newtimes.co.rw/article/40259/…
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