For years, the FERWABA Super Cup has stood as one of the most symbolic events on Rwanda’s basketball calendar a competition that not only crowns an early-season champion, but also officially signals the beginning of a new campaign. Traditionally contested between the reigning league champions and top domestic contenders, the Super Cup has grown into a prestigious season opener, bringing together the country’s best clubs in a high-stakes showcase of Rwanda’s basketball progress. This competition started early in 2025, making this year competition the second of many to come. The Super Cup
For years, the FERWABA Super Cup has stood as one of the most symbolic events on Rwanda’s basketball calendar a competition that not only crowns an early-season champion, but also officially signals the beginning of a new campaign. Traditionally contested between the reigning league champions and top domestic contenders, the Super Cup has grown into a prestigious season opener, bringing together the country’s best clubs in a high-stakes showcase of Rwanda’s basketball progress. This competition started early in 2025, making this year competition the second of many to come. The Super Cup in BK Arena reflects the sport’s evolution in Rwanda ,bigger crowds, stronger rivalries, and rising professional standards in both the men’s and women’s game.
Tigers basketball club after winning Rwanda cup
This Friday, that tradition continues as the FERWABA Super Cup 2026 tips off in Kigali with an exciting double-header featuring the nation’s top teams.
Kigali Set for Super Cup Night at BK Arena
The Rwanda Basketball Federation (FERWABA), in partnership with BK Arena, will host the Super Cup 2026 this Friday, bringing together champions and contenders in what promises to be a thrilling night of elite basketball. The event will feature two major matchups one in the women’s category and another in the men’s competition with silverware at stake and early-season momentum on the line.
Women’s Super Cup: APR W vs REG W at 6PM
The evening begins at 6:00 PM with a marquee women’s clash between APR Women’s Basketball Club and Rwanda Energy Group Women (REG W).
APR W BBC the most decorated club in women's basketball in the country
REG W BBC who also want to challenge for big trophies in the country
Both clubs have become pillars of Rwanda’s women’s basketball, consistently competing at the highest level and producing some of the country’s finest talent. APR will look to draw on their championship pedigree, while REG W enter the contest determined to make a statement and capture the first trophy of the season.
Men’s Super Cup: APR vs RSSB Tigers at 8PM
At 8:00 PM, attention shifts to the men’s showdown as powerhouse APR Basketball Club take on the ambitious RSSB Tigers. The rivalry between these two sides has intensified in recent seasons, with both clubs boasting strong rosters and championship aspirations.
APR BBC the league champions and one of decorated teams in the country
APR, one of Rwanda’s most decorated teams, will aim to begin the year with another trophy, while Tigers are eager to upset the giants and establish themselves as the new force in Rwandan basketball.
BK Arena Ready for a Basketball Spectacle
With two high-profile fixtures scheduled on the same night, BK Arena is expected to host a vibrant atmosphere as fans gather for one of the country’s biggest domestic basketball occasions. FERWABA officials say the Super Cup is not just about trophies, but also about celebrating the sport’s development and inspiring the next generation of players.
Ticket Categories Released
Supporters can attend through the following ticket options: Front Row: 20,000 RWF Courtside: 15,000 RWF CIP: 5,000 RWF VIP: 3,000 RWF End Zone: 3,000 RWF
A Trophy to Launch the New Season
As Rwanda’s basketball community turns its focus to BK Arena, the FERWABA Super Cup 2026 promises to deliver intensity, pride, and a celebration of the game’s continued rise. With APR, REG, and Tigers all chasing glory, Friday night will determine who lifts the first trophy of the year — and who sets the tone for the season ahead.
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