The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) and the Rwanda Premier League Board have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the organization and management of the country’s top-flight league. On Thursday, September 11, 2025, FERWAFA President Shema Ngoga Fabrice and Rwanda Premier League Chairman Hadji Mudaheranwa Yussuf met with referees officiating in the top division ahead of the new season, which officially kicks off on Friday, September 12, 2025. The meeting focused on addressing key challenges from the 2024/25 season, particularly in refereeing, which was often under scruti

The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) and the Rwanda Premier League Board have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the organization and management of the country’s top-flight league. On Thursday, September 11, 2025, FERWAFA President Shema Ngoga Fabrice and Rwanda Premier League Chairman Hadji Mudaheranwa Yussuf met with referees officiating in the top division ahead of the new season, which officially kicks off on Friday, September 12, 2025. The meeting focused on addressing key challenges from the 2024/25 season, particularly in refereeing, which was often under scrutiny. Both leaders emphasized the importance of integrity, professionalism, and accountability, calling on referees to deliver fair and transparent officiating throughout the upcoming campaign. Following the discussions, FERWAFA and the Rwanda Premier League signed an agreement outlining new regulations that will guide the 2025/26 season. Witnessed by the referees, the signing symbolized a renewed commitment to improve the league’s standards. Referees pledged to uphold professionalism and integrity in order to ensure smooth competition. As part of the reforms, FERWAFA announced an increase in referees’ allowances, more than doubling match-day incentives. In addition, officials will continue to receive technical support and regular training sessions to sharpen their skills and maintain high performance levels.

FERWAFA President Shema Ngoga Fabrice addresses referees ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Ahead of the season’s start, all participating clubs were also visited and reminded of the new rules governing refereeing. The initiative was designed to ensure that every stakeholder is fully aligned, fostering fair play and minimizing disputes during the 2025/26 Rwanda Premier League season.

FERWAFA President Shema Ngoga Fabrice and RPL Chairman Hadji Mudaheranwa Yussuf pose after signing the cooperation agreement.

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