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Cameroon have been crowned champions of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 after defeating Malawi 3-0 in a one-sided final played at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. Marie…
Guinea’s President, Gen. Mamadi Doumbouya, has returned home before completing his holiday in Greece, following growing public concern and speculation about his health. Doumbouya arrived at Ahmed Sékou Touré…
Arsenal have made a strong statement ahead of the new Premier League season after defeating Manchester City 3-0 to win the 2026 Community Shield at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium. Riccardo Calafiori opened the scoring…
A heated dispute erupted between Nigerian and South African lawmakers over how violence against foreigners in South Africa should be described, during the 55th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Africa Region…
APR BBC and Patriots BBC have secured their places in the Rwanda Basketball League men’s playoff final after decisive victories in Game 5 of their respective semi-final series on Friday night at Petit Stade in Remera.…
Rwanda has reaffirmed its commitment to regional peace and security after participating in the 36th ordinary Policy Organs Meeting of the East African Standby Force (EASF), held in Kampala, Uganda, on August 14, 2026.…
Rwanda’s Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM) has urged the private sector to increase domestic production and expand exports as the country seeks to strengthen its economy, reduce dependence on imports and narrow…
Malian goalkeeper Drissa Kouyate has parted ways with Rayon Sports by mutual agreement after informing the club that he was not getting enough playing time. Rayon Sports president Murenzi Abdallah confirmed that the…
Delegations from Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) met in Geneva, Switzerland, to review progress in implementing the Washington Peace Agreement signed by the two countries on June 27, 2025. The…
American basketball star Russell Westbrook has retired from professional basketball at the age of 37 , bringing an end to an 18-year NBA career. Westbrook announced his retirement on social media on Wednesday night…
Rwanda’s Investigation Bureau (RIB) has arrested and presented 18 people, including Rwanda FDA Director General Prof. Emile Bienvenu , in connection with an investigation into the production and distribution of…
Rwanda’s Development Board (RDB) has pushed back against suggestions that the country’s new tourism partnership with Aston Villa represents a step down from its previous high-profile football partnerships, saying the…
A US judge has dismissed the criminal case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani after federal prosecutors abandoned the fraud and bribery prosecution nearly two years after his indictment. US District Judge Nicholas…
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has clarified that the arrest of Shema Fabrice, President of the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA), is not related to his duties at the football governing body. RIB spokesperson…
Rwanda champions APR FC have officially informed the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) that they will not participate in the 2026 FERWAFA Super Cup, citing dissatisfaction with the way the competition has been…
Rwanda international defender Imanishimwe Emmanuel ‘Mangwende’ has completed a move to Chennaiyin FC, joining the Indian top-flight side from Cypriot club AEL Limassol on a two-year deal. Chennaiyin FC officially…
Rwandan-Burundian gospel singer David Trésor Nduwimana has been added to the highly anticipated Australian gospel tour featuring Adrien Misigaro and Richard Nick Ngendahayo, bringing together three prominent voices…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of a 15-point US-backed roadmap aimed at disarming Hamas and advancing a new political framework for Gaza is unlikely to mark the end of negotiations, with…
At least 20 people have died after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, causing buildings to collapse, trapping residents and forcing the temporary closure of six airports. The…
CAF has confirmed a more structured calendar for its major competitions in the 2026–27 season, with Ghana, Egypt, Senegal, Morocco and South Africa set to host several key tournaments. The move is part of CAF’s broader…
Mathare United have travelled to Rwanda for an eight-day pre-season camp as they step up preparations for the 2026/27 season. The Kenyan club began their journey from Kenya on Monday and are expected to spend the next…
Iran says an agreement with Oman to establish new shipping arrangements through the Strait of Hormuz has reached its final stages, but Tehran insists the strategic waterway will not fully reopen until the United States…
Brazilian top-flight club Coritiba have paid an emotional tribute to 29-year-old English supporter Jonny Butcher, who is living with motor neurone disease (MND), by displaying his name on their shirts during their…
Police in New South Wales have launched an investigation after the body of a person was discovered inside a suitcase at Oallen, a rural locality near Goulburn. Officers were called to Wolgon Road at Oallen, about 60…