Rwanda’s U18 men’s national basketball team finished 10th at the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, after suffering a 75-48 defeat to Nigeria in the ninth-place classification game on Thursday, August 13.

The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has uncovered serious hygiene violations at some factories that were producing substandard alcoholic drinks, including washing beverage bottles with sticks and soap instead of using specialised cleaning equipment.

Rwanda-born French international Frank Ntilikina has joined Paris Basketball after leaving Greek giants Olympiacos, marking his return to French basketball.

The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has said the arrest of Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) president Dr Shema Ngoga Fabrice is linked to his private business activities and has nothing to do with his role at the football governing body.

Brazilian-born outside hitter Matheus Bettim is in line to represent Rwanda after joining the national team’s provisional squad ahead of the 2026 African Volleyball Championship in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Sudanese giants Al Hilal Omdurman have appointed German coach Dragan Paljić as their new assistant coach as the club strengthens its technical team ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Marines FC have strengthened their attack with the signing of Malian striker Naman Keita from Tunisian side Olympique Béja on a two-year contract.

Rwanda international Joy-Lance Mickels played a decisive role as Sabah FK advanced to the final qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League after a commanding 4-0 victory over Denmark’s AGF.

The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has confirmed the arrest of Dr Shema Ngoga Fabrice, president of the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA), over allegations of issuing a cheque without sufficient funds.

Rwanda has been awarded the hosting rights for the CECAFA Kagame Cup for two consecutive editions in 2027 and 2028, extending the country’s role as host of the regional club football tournament.