Rwanda’s chances of reaching the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have received a major boost after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) increased the number of teams participating in the finals from 24 to 28.

APR FC has been challenged to win the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup as the club begins its quest for a fourth regional title, with Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Chief of Defence Staff Gen Mubarakh Muganga calling on players to uphold the team’s winning tradition.

Rwanda has been confirmed among the 16 national teams that will compete at the 2026 African Men’s Volleyball Championship after the Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) announced the final list of participants.

Brazilian outside hitter Matheus Bettim has returned to Police VC after one season in Brazil, where he featured for top-flight side Viapol Vôlei São José.

Police FC has set its sights on winning the Rwanda Premier League title in the 2026/27 season as the club begins a new chapter marked by squad reinforcements, a revamped technical structure and renewed ambitions.

APR BBC has re-signed American guard Craig Randall ahead of the Rwanda Basketball League playoffs as the club strengthens its squad in pursuit of the national title and qualification for the 2027 Basketball Africa League (BAL).

Ugandan football giants Vipers SC have arrived in Kigali ahead of their participation in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, joining regional clubs competing for one of East and Central Africa’s most prestigious football titles.

Police FC has appointed Moroccan tactician Rkyer Jaafar as its new head coach on a two-year contract as the club begins preparations for the upcoming football season.