Rwanda international forward Ihirwe Régine has won her legal battle against APR Women Football Club, with the Appeals Committee confirming that she is eligible to play for Rayon Sports WFC. Ihirwe on the ball in national team and APR w and letter to approve her transfer In its ruling, the dispute resolution body dismissed the appeal filed by APR WFC, stating that it lacked legal merit. As a result, the decision previously taken by the Legal and Governance Committee remains fully upheld, with no changes to any of its provisions. The ruling orders that Régine be issued with all the necessar

  Rwanda international forward Ihirwe Régine has won her legal battle against APR Women Football Club, with the Appeals Committee confirming that she is eligible to play for Rayon Sports WFC.

Ihirwe on the ball in national team and APR w and letter to approve her transfer

In its ruling, the dispute resolution body dismissed the appeal filed by APR WFC, stating that it lacked legal merit. As a result, the decision previously taken by the Legal and Governance Committee remains fully upheld, with no changes to any of its provisions. The ruling orders that Régine be issued with all the necessary documents to allow her to officially feature for Rayon Sports WFC. The case stems from a contract signed on 28 November 2022, when APR FC reached an agreement with Régine’s family, represented by her father, Muhiganwa Jean Pierre. The deal was intended to last five years, during which APR committed to developing the player’s talent and covering her education. However, before the contract reached its conclusion, the 19-year-old striker went on to sign a two-year contract with Rayon Sports WFC. By that time, Régine had reached the legal age that allowed her to sign professional contracts independently. APR WFC objected to the move and refused to issue a clearance letter, effectively blocking her from playing for her new club. The army side argued that the original agreement was still valid. Régine subsequently petitioned FERWAFA, insisting that contracts signed on her behalf by her parents were no longer legally binding and that she was entitled to choose her employer freely. After reviewing the case, the competent bodies ruled in her favour, marking a decisive victory for the young forward and setting an important precedent in the governance of women’s football in Rwanda. The decision now paves the way for Régine to resume competitive football with Rayon Sports WFC as the new season approaches

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