Rwanda: Yvonne Kabarokore to Represent Rwanda at Miss Planet International

[ad_1] Yvonne Kabarokore, popularly known on social media as Ivy, is set to represent Rwanda at the fourth edition of Miss Planet International Pageant to take place in Cambodia this year. The beauty queen, who is currently doing Theater Directing at the New International Performing Arts Institute of Berlin, Germany, confirmed the development to The New Times on Tuesday, January 9, saying that she was approached by the casting team in 2023 and accepted the offer of representing her home […]

January 12, 2024

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Rwanda: APR Coach Ndanda Blasts Referees Amid Controversial Mapinduzi Cup Elimination

[ad_1] APR FC goalkeepers' coach Aime Desire Ndizeye Ndanda has criticized the referees for taking unfair refereeing decisions that led his team to a shock elimination from Mapinduzi Cup which is underway in Zanzibar. APR were knocked out of the competition following Tuesday night's 4-2 semi final defeat to Zanzibar's Mlandege on penalties after both sides were locked to a goalless draw in a controversial encounter held at Amaan Stadium. Sharaf Shabiboub thought he had given the military the lead […]

January 12, 2024

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Ethiopia’s Tsgabu Grmay to Retire After 2024 Tour Du Rwanda

[ad_1] Ethiopian cyclist Tsgabu Gebremaryam Grmay has announced he will call it quits from the sport after the 2024 Tour du Rwanda race slated for February 18-25. Grmay, 32, started his career with Tour du Rwanda 2010 being his first major international event and he wants to end his 14-year career in the same event. "The Tour du Rwanda was my first stage race in my cycling career in 2010 with team WCC Africa and, after 13 years of my […]

January 11, 2024

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Africa: 10 Facts and History You Need to Know About Afcon 2023

[ad_1] The 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Côte d'Ivoire from January 13 to February 11. Arguably the most prestigious nations football tournament in Africa, AFCON has, since its inception in 1957, been writing its own history edition after edition. Records are broken, new records are set and, above all, players and coaches carve a niche for themselves. Times Sport suggests 10 facts need to know about the upcoming month long competition: African record beckons […]

January 11, 2024

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Rwanda: Volleyball – Police Coach Musoni Anticipates ‘Exciting’ Season

[ad_1] Police men's volleyball club head coach Fred Musoni has predicted that volleyball enthusiasts will witness an exciting season as his team gears up for the 2024 volleyball league which begins on January 20. Police finished the 2023 league campaign in third place, losing the title to champions Gisagara VC. Going forward, Musoni, who was appointed club head coach in October, said he is looking forward to a season that could produce exciting moments worth not missing. "This coming season […]

January 10, 2024

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Rwanda/Senegal: Rayon Acquire Senegalese Goalie Khadime Ndiaye

[ad_1] Senegalese goalkeeper Khadime Ndiaye has agreed to a move to Rayon Sports, a reliable source has told Times Sport. The 27-year-old shot stopper, who has been playing for Senegalese topflight side Guédiawaye FC, will arrive in Kigali on Tuesday, January 9, where he is expected to sign the deal whose details, about the fee and duration, remain confidential. Rayon expect Ndiaye to fill the void left by Adolphe Hakizimana who left the club for AS Kigali on December 31 […]

January 9, 2024

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Rwanda: Team TotalEnergies Camp in Musanze Ahead of Tour Du Rwanda 2024

[ad_1] French cycling powerhouse Team TotalEnergies has become the first foreign team to arrive in the country ahead of the much-anticipated Tour du Rwanda 2024 slated for February 18-25. The UCI Pro team is camping at Africa Rising Cycling Center located in Musanze District preparing for the new season with Tour du Rwanda set to become their first test of the year. "Exciting times as Team TotalEnergies who are gearing up for the season with intense training at the center. […]

January 9, 2024

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Rwanda: Rubavu – Residents Seek Improved Facilities at Nyamyumba Hot Springs

[ad_1] The local community in Rubavu District decries the lack of improved facilities at Nyamyumba Hot Springs, calling for its development as a tourism destination. Nyamyumba, located near Lake Kivu, is a popular destination for people from all walks of life seeking the natural healing properties of its water. Visitors come to witness the springs and bathe in the hot tub to improve blood circulation, reduce stress, and alleviate skin irritations. The hot springs site currently has two main water […]

January 9, 2024

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Africa: CAF Increases 2023 Afcon Prize Money By 40 Percent

[ad_1] The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a 40 percent increase in prize money for teams that will reach the quarterfinals through the grand finale in the upcoming 2023 AFCON. This initiative comes ahead of the tournament's commencement in Côte d'Ivoire on January 13, showcasing CAF's commitment to enhancing the competition's significance. In the previous edition held in Cameroon in 2021, the champions, Senegal, received $5 million, while runners-up, Egypt, secured $2.5 million. For the 34th edition in […]

January 5, 2024

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