Simon Msuva strikes as Tanzania beat Uganda.

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March 24, 2023

Simon Msuva scored a second half goal to secure a 1-0 win for Tanzania against their neighboors Uganda in 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier played in Suez Canal Stadium in Egypt.

Tanzania’s hopes of qualifying for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations are increasing after the Taifa Stars shocked their rivals Uganda by a score of 1-0 on Friday. The East Africans were split apart by Simon Msuva’s goal in the 68th minute, adding to the agony for Milutin Micho Sredojovic’s squad, who remain at the bottom of Group F with only one point after three games.

There is no doubt that coach Micho is under huge pressure. After losing 2-0 to Algeria away in Alger, drawing with Niger at home, and a loss to Tanzania, the Cranes’ performance in this continuing competition has yet to improve.

They travel to Dar es salaam for a second leg encounter on Tuesday, March 28 at Mkapa International Stadium

Uganda is still in last position with only one point, three points behind second-placed Tanzania and one point behind third-placed Niger. Algeria is the Group leader with 9 points.

Coach Micho and Adel Amrouche chose to set up their lineups in this way

Uganda XI: Salim Jamal, Kenneth Ssemakula, Aziz Kayondo, Halid Lwaliwa, Livingstone Mulondo, Khalid Aucho, Siraje Ssentamu, Farouk Miya, Joseph Ochaya, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Fahad Bayo

Tanzania XI: Aishi Manula, Dickson Job, Novatus Dismas, Bakari Mwamnyeto, Ibrahim Bacca, Himid Mao, Yassin Mzamiru, Mudathir Yahya, Said Khamis, Mbwana Samatta (C), and Simon Msuva

Rwanda hold Benin to 1-1 draw

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 22, 2023

Rwanda got a point away from home against Benin on Wednesday, 22 March at Stade de *l’Amitié Général Mathieu Kérékou. The Amavubi were down to 10 men in the second half but managed to hold out for a point.***

Thirteen minutes after the game’s opening kickoff, Hakim Sahabo’s incredible pass allowed Mugisha to score the first goal of the match. The 82nd-minute goal by Steve Mounie, who came on as a substitute, canceled out Gilbert Mugisha’s opening goal in a game that was entirely controlled by the home team.

Hakim Sahabo’s dismissal left Rwanda with 10 men for the last 30 minutes of play.

On March 27, 2023, Rwanda and Benin will compete in the second leg. It was scheduled to take place in Cotonou, Benin, according to the Confederation of African Football, but Rwanda submitted an appeal that hasn’t yet been taken into account.

Senegal tops the Group L of the 2023 African Cup of Nations with six points, followed by Mozambique with four points, and Rwanda in third position with two out of a possible nine points. Benin is currently at the bottom of the table with one point.

This is how both teams lined up

Benin: Saturnin Allagbe, Cedric Hountondji, Khaled Adenon, Olivier Verdon, David Kiki, Imourane Hassane, Junior Olaitan Ishola, Mattéo Ahlinvi, Jordan Adeoti, Jodel Dossou, and Tosin Aiyegun

Rwanda: Fiacre Ntwari, Fitina Ombolenga, Emmanuel Imanishimwe, Thierry Manzi, Ange Jimmy Mutsinzi, Djihad Bizimana, Rafael York, Kevin Muhire, Meddie Kagere, Hakim Sahabo, and Gilbert Mugisha

BAL: REG BBC finishes third, defending champion knocked out

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 22, 2023

Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC finishes the 2023 BAL Sahara Conference in third position while the reigning champions US Monastrienne are out after losing their final game to AS Douanes 76-60. Stade Malien was crowned champions.

Prior to the last day, US Monastir had won three of four games and believed to have secured a playoff spot. However, head-to-head points differential determined the outcome since five of the six teams, including Monastir, ended with three victories and two defeats. Because of their close score margins, US Monastrienne, the defending champions got eliminated from contention.

March 21, 2023, in Dakar Arena, The Senegalese representative took over US Monastrienne 76-60 during their last outing in the Sahara Conference. The defending champions, US Monastir needed to beat AS Douanes to qualify or lose by less than ten points.

The hosts were super motivated in front of their home supporters and AS Douanes’ Chris Crawford showed no mercy to his former club by dropping 28 points in the win. Thus, AS Douanes will be part of the Final 8 of the Basketball Africa League.

ABC Fighters of Côte d’Ivoire, Stade Malien of Mali, and REG of Rwanda joined AS Douanes as the other 3 clubs to make it to the playoffs. The remaining four teams will be determined at the Nile Conference in Cairo.

Stade Malien tops the 2023 Basketball Africa League Sahara Conference following a well-deserved 90-71 against ABC Fighters. The Malians ended the campaign on a high note as they beat REG BBC, the 2022 Sahara Conference winners, and overcome ABC Fighters on the last day to shock the whole conference. Stade Malien was lagging in fifth position before the final day.

Stade Malien’s Souleymane Berthé leads the league in PPG. Berthé and Monastir’s Randle averaged 20.4 PPG in 2023 BAL Sahara Conference | Photo: BAL

Souleymane Berthé was outstanding in this conference’s games as he averaged 20.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.8 steals. He was Stade Malien’s lead scorer and his immense contribution helped his team not only to qualify but also win the conference.

Now the focus has turned from Dakar to Cairo where the six Nile Conference clubs will be vying for their playoff spots.

Eight teams from Sahara and Nile Conferences will compete in a single-elimination Playoffs and Final with the winner crowned the third BAL champion.

The 2023 playoffs will be played in Kigali’s BK Arena from May 21–27.

UCU Reiterate Argument To Mighty Sport-S

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Kenneth Lwanga

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March 20, 2023

To complete the regular season and show other playoff candidates that they are a force to be reckoned with, UCU ends the undefeated streak of superpower Sport-S.

One would assume that the games had just begun as the National Volleyball League’s 2022/2023 regular season comes to an end. Prior to the match, playoff berths had already been determined, but UCU was out to prove a point to Nsambya base side Sport-S.

A record that has only been attained by a few teams for stance, Nemostars, the S-Team had gone the full regular season without suffering a loss. To put the cherry on top, UCU chose to defeat the Nsambya boys 3–1 at Old Kampala Sports Arena, dashing their aspirations.

Odeke Vincent’s stunning block allowed the Mukono-based University team to score first. Yet Sport-S led and dominated the entire set to win it 25-22 under the direction of coach Benon Mugisha.

At 24-20 and 24-22 in this set, the University boys were down but managed to close the distance, prompting Coach Benon to call two timeouts.

In set 2, the Nsambya boys were in the lead once more until 18:18, when UCU tied and gained the lead, which resulted in the subsequent tying of the set scores. The scores were reversed at the end of the set, favoring UCU 25–22.

Sport-S, who had been considered the match’s favorite to win, learned they had to work harder than they had anticipated at this point. Warren had to intervene to try to shift the mood for his team, but he was unable to do so successfully enough to affect the game’s outcome.

A younger side, UCU went on to win the match 3 – 1 (22-25, 25-22, 25-15, 25-18).

Gianni Infantino has been re-elected as president of FIFA

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March 16, 2023

Gianni Infantino, a Swiss-Italian, is re-elected as FIFA president for another four years after standing unopposed at the FIFA congress held in Kigali, Rwanda.

Gianni Infantino was re-elected to continue leading FIFA through the 2027 at the organization’s 73rd Congress on Thursday in the Rwandan city of Kigali. At the assembly convened in the BK Arena on March 16, 2023, he is chosen by unanimous vote.

BK Arena has achieved another milestone by hosting FIFA Congress

Following the departure of his predecessor Sepp Blatter in 2016, Gianni Infantino was chosen at an Extraordinary Congress to take over. Three years later, he was re-elected without opposition.

However, since this is regarded as his second tenure in organization, he will be eligible for a third and final term in four years. According to FIFA rules, this indicates that he can continue to govern until 2031.

The men’s World Cup will feature 48 teams from the usual 32 for the following tournament in North America in 2026, Infantino reiterated after being reappointed, while the women’s World Cup will feature 32 teams for the first time later this year in Australia and New Zealand.

The occasion occurs a day after the government of Rwanda chose to rename Kigali Stadium in honor of the late Brazilian star Péle. President Paul Kagame’s presence at the event was a blessing.

Lawrence Yakan Guma, Former Gisagara VC Player And Volleyball Legend Returns As Head Coach.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 16, 2023

Rwanda National Volleyball Team’s longest-serving player and former captain, Lawrence Yakan Guma returns to his former club, Gisagara Volleyball Club as head coach.

“We are thrilled to announce the legend Lawrence Yakan Guma as our new head coach,” the club states on Twitter. We see the former Gisagara VC player signing what appears to be a contract.

Lawerence Yakan Guma and Clovis Mudahemuka, the Club’s President

Lawrence Yakan Guma is no stranger to this post; before to Gisagara VC, he led Uganda National Volleyball League reigning champions, OBB VC to their NVL title shortly after promotion to Uganda’s top-flight volleyball in 2022.

His time with OBB was brief, as he was only there for a year before being released in September following a defeat to renowned team Sport-S in the National Club Championships.

Lawrence Yakan Guma replaces Fidel Nyirimana, who resigned from the club for personal reasons. We should also mention that the club sacked its president following Fidel Nyirimana’s resignation but immediately reinstated him 24 hours later.

Yakan, who was born in Uganda but represented Rwanda at the international level, is charged with restoring the club to its previous glory. Fidel Nyirimana’s Gisagara finished third in the African Club Championship last year, an accomplishment Lawrence should seek to match.

REG BBC become first team to clinch playoff spot in 2023 BAL season

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 16, 2023

Rwanda Energy Group, REG BBC Team beat AS Douanes and became the First team in Season 3 to book their spot into the Basketball Africa League playoffs following their 3-out-of-3 record in the Sahara Conference.

The Rwanda Basketball League champions, REG BBC became the first team to clinch a spot in the 2023 BAL Playoffs with a 69-55 win over AS Douanes on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Dakar Arena.

In a battle dominated by REG, the 2023 Sahara Conference hosts were outscored by not only matching the 3-point output, but their other options were also limited.

AS Douanes shoot 15-52 into the paint and 4-28 from behind the arc while their opponents were shooting 15-33 2P and making 11-33 3P shots.

Terrel Stoglin was held to 0 points for the first time in BAL history. The American forward is the all-time leading scorer in the league. Limiting him to scoring was key to certainly ensuring REG’s victory.

Jean Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza provided his usual scoring with 14 points, while Dieudonné Ndizeye added 13. AS Douanes has dropped two straight games.

Nshobozwabyosenumukiza was awarded the Ubuntu Award prior to the game, which honors the BAL player who has had a significant positive influence on his community. | Photo: BAL

Basketball Africa League will provide a $5,000 donation to club Rafiki, an organization that promotes youth development through sports, on behalf of Nshobozwabyosenumukiza.

Following a win against the Falcons and ABC Fighters, REG became the first team to clinch a spot in the 2023 BAL playoffs slated in May 2023 in Kigali, Rwanda.

This marks REG’s second consecutive postseason berth in Basketball Africa League. Last season, they got eliminated in the quarterfinals by Cameroon’s FAP.

BAL: REG BBC beat ABC 80-73 to move a step closer to playoffs.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 15, 2023

Tuesday night, the Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC defeated the Abidjan Basket Club Fighters 80-73, moving the team closer to winning a BAL playoff berth. Adonis Filer was unrelenting.

DAKAR – With a decisive victory over Abidjan Basket Club Fighters in Dakar Arena, Rwanda’s national team moved one step closer to winning a playoff position in the Sahara Conference, where the competition for the playoffs slots appears to be tight.

Having trailed by 7 points at the break (17-20, 20-24), Dean Murray’s REG came all the way back to take the last two quarters (26-18, 17-11) and won the game 80-73.

While Adonis Filer led all scorers with 25 points, Cleveland Thomas added 14 and Dieudonné Ndizeye had 10. Starters Pitchou Manga and Delwan Graham contributed as well as Jacques Nshobozwabyosenumukiza who came off the bench to score 7 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists.

It was REG’s second win in two games and today, they will rub shoulders with host AS Douanes.

Related Story: REG BBC beat the Falcons, Delwan Graham posted a double-double

REG BBC is poised to advance to the postseason once more after last year’s heartbreaking playoff exit in Kigali and going into this season with modest expectations. If they overcome AS Douanes, a spot in the playoffs will be guaranteed. The country and the management of the club, though, have their expectations set higher than what was achieved last season.

For the third consecutive season, Basketball Africa League Playoffs will be held in BK Arena, Kigali from 21-27 May 2023.

Eight teams from Sahara and Nile Conferences will compete in a single-elimination Playoffs and Final with the winner crowned the third BAL champion. US Monastir are defending champions

APR WBBC Beat RP-IPRC Huye 80-71. RBL Weekend Roundup

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 13, 2023

Action between APR vs IPRC Huye on Sunday, March 12 in LDK | Courtesy Photo

APR Women Basketball team kept its winning streak intact on Sunday afternoon, fending off a determined RP-IPRC Huye squad 80-71. G.S Gahini won their first-ever league game.

In a Friday night match at Lycée de Kigali, REG Women BBC defeated UR Huye with an outstanding score of 150–43 to kick off a jam-packed weekend of basketball competitions. Feza Ebengo scored 35 points and had 20 rebounds.

In Rwaza, Musanze region, on Saturday, Groupe Scolaire Marie Reine defeated the Hoops Rwanda 52-38. For the Rwaza ladies, Yvonne Muhawenimana and Henriette Uwimpuhwe scored a total 40 points. A game-high 24 Points were tallied by Uwimpuhwe (10-18 FG, 3-7 3P).

Prior to their matchup at Lycée de Kigali on Sunday, APR and IPRC Huye defeated Gahini and UR Kigali, respectively.

On Sunday, March 12, the Army squad played in the Rwanda Basketball League and continued its winning run. They defeated RP-IPRC Huye easily, 80-71, to move to 3-0 overall.

APR Women BBC is currently relying on an in-form forward Assouma Uwizeye (11)

Assouma Uwizeye filled out the stat sheet with 22 points and ten rebounds. Charlotte Umugwaneza added 12 points and nine rebounds

Linda Nandy Uwitomze led IPRC Huye with 24 points, five rebounds, and 3 assists. With 21 points, 18 rebounds, 2 assists, 4 steals, and 1 block, Lisiane Ngomba Badibanga put forth a strong effort.

In the other contests, Groupe Scolaire Gahini won its first league game by defeating UR Kigali 54-36 in the Lycée de Kigali Stadium.

Coach Lambert Ihimbazwe’s team put on a solid display to win their first game in the top-tier division.

Ange Uwiringiyimana scored 15 points in this historical win.

With no prior rest, the defending champions REG Women BBC took the court against the Hoops Rwanda on Sunday afternoon and gave it their all. Rosine Micomyiza was outstanding, and REG defeated The Hoops 74-37 as was to be expected. Her 27 points were made up of 7 threes.

In Rwaza, Henriette Uwimpuhwe had another outstanding offensive performance as GS Marie beat UR Huye 86-38. The 2020/2021 season most improved player scored 34 points in 35 minutes played.

With no game dropped, REG and APR are in the lead.

For more details on fixtures, results, and Standings, follow this link

BAL: REG BBC beat the Falcons, Delwan Graham posted a double-double

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 12, 2023

Delwan Graham leads the Rwanda Energy Group, REG to a convincing 64-48 win over the Kwara Falcons after tallying a double-double during the opening game of the Sahara Conference of the Basketball Africa League

On Sunday, March 12, at the Dakar Arena in Senegal, the Rwandan Flag bearers for the 2023 Basketball Africa League defeated the Nigerian team’s Kwara Falcons 64-48 to earn the conference’s first victory.

Delwan Graham, an American power forward, had an outstanding league debut, playing both ends of the floor. Throughout his 35 minutes on the court, he grabbed 12 rebounds and scored a game-high 16 points.

Delwan posted a double-double performance in his league debut | Courtesy photo

Pitchou Manga, the big man, played strong defense while also pulling down 12 rebounds, including 10 defensive ones. The Congolese center scored 7 points in 23 minutes while also blocking 4 shots.

Also chipping in 10 and 14 points, respectively, were Adonis Filer and Cleveland Thomas.

With 15 points, Jawad Adekoya is the team’s top scorer for Nigeria. For the Falcons team, which was playing in its debut professional league, he was the only player to record a double-digit scoring total.

REG is taking part in the BAL for the second time after being defeated by FAP of Cameroon in the semifinals the previous year.

On March 14, they face a significant test in ABC Fighters. In the league’s opening game, Abidjan Basket Club Fighters stunned AS Douanes.

For more detailed statistics of REG vs Falcons matchup, check this link

Simon Msuva strikes as Tanzania beat Uganda.

Simon Msuva scored a second half goal to secure a 1-0 win for Tanzania against their neighboors Uganda in 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier played in Suez Canal Stadium in Egypt.

Rwanda hold Benin to 1-1 draw

Rwanda got a point away from home against Benin on Wednesday, 22 March at Stade de *l’Amitié Général Mathieu Kérékou. The Amavubi were down to 10 men in the second half but managed to hold out for a point.***

BAL: REG BBC finishes third, defending champion knocked out

Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC finishes the 2023 BAL Sahara Conference in third position while the reigning champions US Monastrienne are out after losing their final game to AS Douanes 76-60. Stade Malien was crowned champions.

UCU Reiterate Argument To Mighty Sport-S

To complete the regular season and show other playoff candidates that they are a force to be reckoned with, UCU ends the undefeated streak of superpower Sport-S.

Gianni Infantino has been re-elected as president of FIFA

Gianni Infantino, a Swiss-Italian, is re-elected as FIFA president for another four years after standing unopposed at the FIFA congress held in Kigali, Rwanda.

Lawrence Yakan Guma, Former Gisagara VC Player And Volleyball Legend Returns As Head Coach.

Rwanda National Volleyball Team’s longest-serving player and former captain, Lawrence Yakan Guma returns to his former club, Gisagara Volleyball Club as head coach.

REG BBC become first team to clinch playoff spot in 2023 BAL season

Rwanda Energy Group, REG BBC Team beat AS Douanes and became the First team in Season 3 to book their spot into the Basketball Africa League playoffs following their 3-out-of-3 record in the Sahara Conference.

BAL: REG BBC beat ABC 80-73 to move a step closer to playoffs.

Tuesday night, the Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC defeated the Abidjan Basket Club Fighters 80-73, moving the team closer to winning a BAL playoff berth. Adonis Filer was unrelenting.

APR WBBC Beat RP-IPRC Huye 80-71. RBL Weekend Roundup

APR Women Basketball team kept its winning streak intact on Sunday afternoon, fending off a determined RP-IPRC Huye squad 80-71. G.S Gahini won their first-ever league game.

BAL: REG BBC beat the Falcons, Delwan Graham posted a double-double

Delwan Graham leads the Rwanda Energy Group, REG to a convincing 64-48 win over the Kwara Falcons after tallying a double-double during the opening game of the Sahara Conference of the Basketball Africa League

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Simon Msuva scored a second half goal to secure a 1-0 win for Tanzania against their neighboors Uganda in 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier played in Suez Canal Stadium in Egypt.

Rwanda got a point away from home against Benin on Wednesday, 22 March at Stade de l’Amitié Général Mathieu Kérékou. The Amavubi were down to 10 men in the second half but managed to hold out for a point.

Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC finishes the 2023 BAL Sahara Conference in third position while the reigning champions US Monastrienne are out after losing their final game to AS Douanes 76-60. Stade Malien was crowned champions.

To complete the regular season and show other playoff candidates that they are a force to be reckoned with, UCU ends the undefeated streak of superpower Sport-S.

Gianni Infantino, a Swiss-Italian, is re-elected as FIFA president for another four years after standing unopposed at the FIFA congress held in Kigali, Rwanda.

Rwanda National Volleyball Team’s longest-serving player and former captain, Lawrence Yakan Guma returns to his former club, Gisagara Volleyball Club as head coach.

Rwanda Energy Group, REG BBC Team beat AS Douanes and became the First team in Season 3 to book their spot into the Basketball Africa League playoffs following their 3-out-of-3 record in the Sahara Conference.

Tuesday night, the Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC defeated the Abidjan Basket Club Fighters 80-73, moving the team closer to winning a BAL playoff berth. Adonis Filer was unrelenting.

APR Women Basketball team kept its winning streak intact on Sunday afternoon, fending off a determined RP-IPRC Huye squad 80-71. G.S Gahini won their first-ever league game.

Delwan Graham leads the Rwanda Energy Group, REG to a convincing 64-48 win over the Kwara Falcons after tallying a double-double during the opening game of the Sahara Conference of the Basketball Africa League

ABOUT US

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Rwanda got a point away from home against Benin on Wednesday, 22 March at Stade de *l’Amitié Général Mathieu Kérékou. The Amavubi were down to 10 men in the second half but managed to hold out for a point.***