West Africa: Nigeria’s U18 Basketball Teams Leave for S’africa Sad but Determined

[ad_1] The boys are travelling from Abuja while the young ladies will leave via the Murtala Mohammed Airport in Lagos. The players, their coaches and the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) officials have expressed their determination to return home with tickets to the World Championship. Despite the determination of the players, it was learnt that the trip is a low-key budget one for the teams. Sources in the federation hinted that NBBF officials have had to scratch all over the country […]

August 30, 2024

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Rwanda/Libya: Pros Join Rwanda Camp Ahead of Nigeria, Libya Qualifiers

[ad_1] Six of the 10 professional players plying their trade abroad had their first training session with Amavubi on Wednesday, August 28, ahead of upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Libya and Nigeria. Rwanda will visit Group D rivals Libya in Tripoli on September 4 before hosting Nigeria at Amahoro Stadium on September 10. Frank Spittler's team is training twice a day at Amahoro Stadium before flying to Tripoli on Saturday, August 31. The likes of Bonheur […]

August 30, 2024

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Rwanda: Paris 2024 Paralympics – Rwanda Falls to Brazil in Sitting Volleyball Opener

[ad_1] It wasn't the beginning that Mosad Rashad and his ladies wished for in the Paris 2024 Paralympics as Rwanda Women suffered a 3-0 demolition at the hands of Brazil in the opening match of the Sitting Volleyball competition on Thursday, August 29. Rwanda and Brazil are both pooled in Group B, which also includes Slovenia and Canada. Suellen Dellangelica Lima's outstanding performance helped Brazil cruise to a 25-13, 25-10, 25-7 victory over Rwanda in a match held at North […]

August 30, 2024

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Uganda: Golf – Rwanda’s Nsabimana Gears Up for Uganda Open

[ad_1] Budding Rwandan golfer Aloys Nsabimana says he is looking forward to winning the 2024 Uganda Open Golf Championship. Nsabimana, who will be making his third appearance in the international competition, maintains that his aim is to lift the ultimate trophy. He and his brother, Celestine, are leaving for Kampala on August 28th for the golf tournament. "We have big expectations to do well. For me in particular, I want to win the laurel," he told Times Sport. "Preparations have […]

August 29, 2024

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Rwanda: Who Are Tussling It Out in Basketball League Playoffs?

[ad_1] The 2024 Rwanda Basketball League (RBL) playoffs tip off on Friday, August 30, at Petit Stade, in what promises to be an action-packed basketball show. Holders APR and Patriots are joined by Rwanda Energy Group (REG) and Kepler in the best-of-five semifinal series before winners advance to the finals which will be played in a best-of-seven series. Two semifinal matchups have been confirmed with Patriots going up against Kepler while APR will take on 2023 runners-up REG. The champions […]

August 29, 2024

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Rwanda: Football Season Returns – Canal+rwanda Launches New Back to Foot Promo

[ad_1] CANAL+ Rwanda has introduced a new promotion, offering discounts to both new and existing customers. All necessary equipment is now available for Rwf5,000, with installation at an additional Rwf5,000--both at a 50 percent discount. This promotion is valid until September 22. Guhera kuri uyu wa kabiri, ibiciro byagabanutse! 1. ibikoresho byose, urabibona kuri 5000 FRW na Installation kuri 5000 FRW. 2. Nugura abonema usanganywe urahabwa iminsi 15 ureba amashene yose ya CANAL+. https://t.co/UHVJVeOFeo pic.twitter.com/X67BzpsS8Z-- CANAL+ Rwanda (@CanalPlusRwanda) August 27, […]

August 29, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Admin Gaffe Rocks Dembare in Confed Cup

[ad_1] DYNAMOS missed a day's training in Botswana after one of the team's officials failed to communicate with 17 players and six officials, resulting in them missing a connecting flight from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg a fortnight ago, Zimpapers can reveal. The Glamour Boys travelled on August 15 for their August 18 CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round, first leg fixture against Zambia's ZESCO United in two batches. DeMbare travelled in batches and the first group had those 17 […]

August 29, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Khama Billiat Joins Warriors Afcon Qualifiers Squad After Backtracking On Retirement

[ad_1] Yadah Stars forward Khama Billiat has reversed his international retirement as he marks his return into the senior men's national team ahead of the coming 2025 AFCON Qualifiers. Billiat announced his decision on Wednesday after a meeting with the new Warriors coach Michael Nees. "I still feel I have something to offer to Zimbabwean football, locally and internationally. "I have been reflecting deeply, and i am convinced there is one chapter which remains unfinished- between Khama Billiat and the […]

August 29, 2024

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Rwanda: Exclusive – Bal President Fall On Wc Pre-Qualifiers, Rwanda’s Support for Sports

[ad_1] Basketball Africa League (BAL) president Amadou Gallo Fall yet again visited Kigali during the just-concluded FIBA Women's World Cup pre-qualifiers. Fall has in recent years been travelling to Rwanda to attend various events, including the BAL which the East African nation has hosted since its inception in 2021. Also read: Amadou Gallo Fall on preps for BAL season four In an exclusive interview with Times Sport, the basketball executive shared his take on Rwanda's commitment to supporting sports development, […]

August 29, 2024

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