Nigeria: Atanda Musa Reaffirms Commitment to T’tennis Devt

Nigeria: Atanda Musa Reaffirms Commitment to T’tennis Devt

[ad_1] Following the success of the inaugural National Cadet Invitational Championships, former Commonwealth and African champion Atanda Musa has reaffirmed his commitment to revitalizing table tennis in Nigeria. Musa, who bankrolled the two-day national cadet tournament, expressed satisfaction with the quality of play displayed by the participants. He pledged to make this tournament an annual event on the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) calendar. The top 16 boys and 16 […]

August 30, 2024

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Nigeria: The Impact of First-Ever African Esports Championship On Esports in Africa

[ad_1] Sidney Esiri writes that the first-ever African Esports Championship in Casablanca, Morocco, marked a pivotal moment between August 17 and 21. It was more than just a competition; it was a celebration of African talent, resilience, and potential in the global gaming arena Esports, by its very nature, transcends borders and languages. The African Esports Championship brought together teams from across the continent, united by a shared passion for […]

August 30, 2024

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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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