Kigali, Rwanda – Senegal have once again etched their name into African football history, defeating hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time to lift the Africa Cup of Nations trophy in Rabat and establish their status as one of the continent’s modern powerhouses. The final, staged before a capacity crowd at the Moulay Abdellah Stadium, delivered […]
Morocco and Senegal set AFCON 2025 final date
Kigali, Rwanda – Morocco and Senegal will meet in the Africa Cup of Nations final after both sides secured hard-earned semi-final victories on Wednesday, setting up a compelling showdown for the AFCON 2025 crown. The hosts edged Nigeria on penalties in Rabat, while Senegal overcame Egypt in Tangier to keep their title hopes alive. Morocco […]
Carrick returns to Carrington as Real Madrid axe Alonso
Kigali, Rwanda – This week saw dramatic coaching changes at two of Europe’s biggest football clubs. Manchester United welcomed back club legend Michael Carrick as interim manager, while Real Madrid parted ways with Xabi Alonso after a painful defeat to bitter rivals Barcelona. Manchester United appointed former midfielder Michael Carrick as interim head coach until […]
Major highlights as AFCON 2025 reaches semifinals
Kigali, Rwanda – The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has reached the semifinal stage, carrying with it a trail of drama, records and powerful human moments. Hosted by Morocco, the tournament has steadily grown into a continental celebration that blends elite football with cultural pride. From packed stadiums in Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier and Marrakech to […]
AFCON 2025: Grit and glamour as Algeria, Ivory Coast storm quarterfinals
Kigali, Rwanda – Algeria secured a late 1–0 victory against the Democratic Republic of Congo while Côte d’Ivoire delivered a commanding 3–0 win over Burkina Faso, propelling both teams into the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Round of 16 continued on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, with matches held at Prince Moulay […]
AFCON 2025 at the crossroads
Kigali, Rwanda – The Africa Cup of Nations has once again proven to be a ruthless stage, where success brings momentum and failure invites turmoil. As the tournament enters its decisive phase in Morocco, two sharply contrasting stories have emerged from Central and Southern Africa. Gabon has plunged into institutional crisis following a humiliating group-stage […]
Rwanda police handball club clinches 5th regional championship
Kigali, Rwanda – Rwanda national police handball club has reaffirmed its stature as a regional powerhouse after winning the East and Central Africa Handball Federation (ECAHF) championship, defeating Kenya’s NCPB Cereals Handball Club 34–28 in a compelling final played in Kampala, Uganda. Held from December 28, 2025, to January 1, 2026, at the Old Kampala […]
FIFA dismisses Nigeria’s WC protest against DRC
Kigali, Rwanda – The Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) has formally rejected Nigeria’s protest over the use of an allegedly ineligible player by DRC, confirming that the result of their decisive 2026 World Cup qualifying match will stand. The ruling effectively ends Nigeria’s qualification hopes from that campaign and closes the door on any […]
Uganda, TZ go down fighting in AFCON opener
Kigali, Rwanda – The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicked off with drama, skill, and heartbreak on day three, as both Uganda and Tanzania fell in hard-fought opening matches, showcasing grit even in defeat. While former champions Senegal, Nigeria, and Tunisia recorded emphatic victories elsewhere, the Taifa Stars of Tanzania and Uganda Cranes were left […]
Rwanda in the spotlight as NBA expands community and coaching initiatives
Kigali, Rwanda – The global basketball community marked the third annual World Basketball Day on December 21, with Rwanda emerging as a key beneficiary of the NBA’s expanding efforts to grow the game through coaching, youth engagement and community development across Africa. Led by the NBA and supported by international partners, the worldwide celebration reached […]