Egypt retained the African Men’s U-18 Handball Championship title after beating Tunisia 28-25 in the final in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, while Rwanda finished eighth among the 14 participating teams.
Rwanda’s Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, has congratulated RSSB Tigers after the team secured its first victory at the 2026 FIBA Intercontinental Cup in Beijing, China.
Rwanda sports journalist and football commentator Nkurunziza Emmanuel, popularly known as Ruvuyanga, has announced his departure from Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA) after eight years at the national broadcaster.
Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers, representing Africa at the 2026 FIBA Intercontinental Cup, suffered a 107-89 defeat to Lithuania’s Rytas Vilnius, which represents Europe, in Beijing, China.
Rwanda international Joy-Lance Mickels, who plays for Sabah FK and has made history as the first Rwandan to feature in the UEFA Champions League, has urged fellow footballers to remain determined and keep believing in their dreams.
Rwanda’s Under-15 national team will make its debut at the FIFA World Cup & Festival 2026 after learning the group and opponents it will face at the inaugural tournament.
Sports Minister Nelly Mukazayire handed the national flag to RSSB Tigers on Friday as the Rwandan champions prepare to travel to China for the 2026 FIBA Intercontinental Cup, scheduled for September 22-27.
