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AFRIYEA Golf Academy To Host Juniors Championship.

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Kenneth Lwanga
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AFRIYEA Golf Academy To Host Juniors Championship.

AFRIYEA Golf Academy to host a juniors championship event that will attract junior players from around the country.

The tournament is aimed to show case the progress of the kids training in golf to parents, guardians, coaches, ambassadors, and well-wishers. The championship will draw the attention of over 89 students all over the country including Nsubuga Godfrey with his company from Lugazi, Kasese Sports Club, Mbarara Sports Club, and Masindi.

The championship was initially set for 22nd January 2021, but will be played at a later date that will communicated through the academy. The CEO AFRIYEA Golf Academy, Isaiah Mwesige mentioned the reason for the postponement being that Entebbe Club also has a juniors championship tournament on the same date to allow the young players the chance to participate in both the championships.

Damian Asiimwe who has had a distinguished performance at recent tournament is hungry to add to his accolades. “I am hurt by the news of the postponement of the tournament but I am confident that I am going to use the time to practice more on bunker shots,” said Damian. Damian has emerged as overall winner at two tourneys, the Captain’s and Basaliza At 95 Years.

Some parents agree with the postponement citing that this will allow the young golfers more time to prepare. the academy CEO has encouraged all junior players to keep practicing hard as this tournament will be awarding good trophies and takeaways.

 

Rwanda Miss Out On Chance For A Head Start Against Neighbours Uganda

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Evode Munyeshuri
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Rwanda And Uganda Share Spoils In Their Total CHAN 2020 Opener
Imanishimwe Of Amvubi

There was nothing to separate the 2 sides Rwanda and Uganda on Monday night when they shared minimal points at Stade de la Reunification in Douala on Monday night.

The two neighbours Rwanda and Uganda failed to pick maximum points from their opening game in the Total CHAN 2020. The East African derby ended in a goalless draw with nothing of a difference between the 2 sides. miss out

2019 CECAFA Champions, Uganda suffered an early injury in the 12th minute and KCCA striker and Uganda Premier League top scorer Brain Aheebwa had to supersede 2019/2020 League Champions, Vipers SC right-winger Milton Karisa.

Rwanda side, Amavubi came close to taking the lead with more chances to score than opponent Uganda. AS Kigali attacking mid-fielder Muhadjili Hakizimana took a screamer 25 meters from the goal to hit the crossbar and out. Jacques had another header off the woodwork in the 42nd minute.

Amavubi’s right back, Fitina Omborenga was named man of the match following an outstanding performance for his side.

Rwandan tactician, Vincent Mashami thought his side Amavubi had the game. “We had the opportunities to kill the game in the first half. 2 or 3 actions that should have led to us taking the lead but unfortunately they hit the crossbar. It was clear that we were thirsty, we tried to lead the game but it didn’t work out,” he said.

Uganda coach understands that his players can get back together for better performance. “But it is all about putting the players back together, getting back to the training field, and really it is a case of removing the fear from the players,” he said.

Uganda Starting XI: Charles Lukwago (GK), Paul Willa, Mustafa Mujuzi, Patrick Mbowa, Aziz Kayondo, Shafiq Kagimu, Joachim Ojera, Bright Anukani, Abdul Karim Watambala, Milton Karisa, Vianney Ssekajugo.

Rwanda Starting XI: Olivier Kwizera (GK), Fitina Omborenga, Ange Mutsinzi, Thierry Manzi, Emmanuel Imanishimwe, Olivier Niyonzima, Rashid Kalisa, Bertrand Iradukunda, Muhadjiri Hakizimana, Dominique Savio Nshuti, Jacques Tuyisenge.

Rwanda and Uganda are in Group C together with Morocco and Togo. Morocco managed to bag 3 points from Togo through a penalty converted by Wydad Casablanca Midfielder Yahya Jabrane. Morocco leads the group, Rwanda and Uganda share 1 point and Togo sits at the bottom with no point yet.

On 22nd January 2020, Rwanda’s Amavubi faces Morocco at 19:00 EAT (18:00 Rwanda Time) and Uganda meet Togo 22:00 EAT.

 

UVF Atones Candidates For The Time Lost During Internet Shut Down.

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Kenneth Lwanga
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UVF Atones Candidates For The Time Lost During Internet Shut Down.

Uganda volleyball governing body UVF has pushed the deadline dates for the submission of candidate nomination forms.

The country on the 14th of January 2021 decided on the new head of state for 2021 through to 2026. The activities lead to the shutdown of the internet country which affected the submission process.

UVF in a letter today informed the Uganda Volleyball Federation fraternity that by reason of the inconveniences originating from the shut down, forms will be handed in at a later date other than the now belated date of 15th January 2021.

The internet was shut down on the 13th January a day prior to the country’s presidential elections and for that matter, candidates submitting their nomination form plus affiliates sending delegate lists have been allowed 2 days making 20th January 2021 the new closing date.

The upcoming Elective Congress will see the new executives who will be tasked to run volleyball activities for the new term. Below are the various posts contested in the elections

  • President
  • 1st Vise President
  • 2nd Vise President
  • General Secretary
  • Assistant General Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Club Representatives (3)
  • District Associations Representative (3)

Afrobasket 2021 Qualifiers: RP-IPRC Huye Center, Eric Muhayumukiza handed the first Rwanda National team call up

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Ground Sports
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Afrobasket 2021 Qualifiers: RP-IPRC Huye Center, Eric Muhayumukiza handed the first Rwanda National team call up
IPRC Huye duo, Eric Muhayumukiza (23) with his teammate Hubert Kabare

Rwanda Interim coach Mwinuka has included RP-IPRC Huye’s Center Eric Muhayumukiza in his squad for the first time at the Afrobasket 2021 Qualifiers.

Rwanda men’s national basketball team will start preparations for the second window of the FIBA AfroBasket 2021 Qualifiers tomorrow, and a squad of twenty-two players to start the training on Saturday, January 16 has been named. This time, The USA and Canada based players Gasana Sano, Dan Manzi Kimasa and Shema Osborn have been called up to strengthen the national team while 25 years old, Eric Muhayumukiza has been handed the first call up.

Following the resignation of former head coach Vladimir Bosnjak, the team will be under the guidance of Henry Mwinuka and Nkusi Aimee Karim as the assistant coach.

22-man squad Pre-selected:

Bugingo Kabare Hubert, Gasana Sano, Hagumintwari Steven, Hubert Wilson Kenneth, Jovon Filer Adonis, Kabange Kami, Kaje Elie, Kimasa Dan, Mpoyo Axel, Muhizi Prince, Muhayumukiza Eric, Ndizeye Ndayisaba Dieudonné, Ndoli Jean Paul, Niyonkuru Pascal, Niyonsaba Bienvenu, Nshobozwabyosenumukiza Jean Jacques Wilson, Ntwari Marius Trésor, Nyamwasa Bruno, Sagamba Sedar, Shema Osborne, Shyaka Olivier and Uwitonze Justin.

 

Beach Volleyball: Rubavu World Tour Has Been Postponed To Summer.

By
Evode Munyeshuri
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Beach Volleyball: Rubavu World Tour Has Been Postponed To Summer.
2019 1 Star Rubavu World Tour

The 2 Star Rubavu World Tour that was set to be played 8th to 12th next month has been moved.

Following discussions between the Rwanda Volleyball Association, FRVB and the Volleyball World governing body, FIVB, the tour that was supposed to be played next month will not be played for reasons caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

This is not the first time the competition has been postponed, as it was scheduled to be held last summer but was moved to the end of the last year, though it was unlikely to be held because of the pandemic. They decided to move it to February this year. With less than a month to go before the games, there was no preparation for the event itself and local players in general due to the current state of prevention and enforcement of COVID-19 prevention measures.

On this Monday, 11th January 2021, the two related bodies, FRVB and FIVB held talks and the meeting found that there was very little chance that non-African teams would participate in the tournament if it took place on the scheduled date. The meeting found it necessary to postpone the competition to May or June 2021 so that participants can keep a close eye on the current Coronavirus situations and also allow enough time to prepare this high-level competition.

The FRVB management has been asked to inform FIVB of the new dates for the 2 Star Rubavu World Tour to take place during the mentioned months not later than Friday 15th January 2021.

Rwanda hosted this kind of tournament in 2019, The games held in Rubavu on the shores of Lake Kivu, but it was a star one where Japan’s Shoji and Kurasaka defeated England’s Javier and Joaquin at the semi-final stage to clinch a spot at the final. The Japanese faced a tough opponent in Denmark’s Overgaard and Jacob in a tightly contested match in which they came back to win 2-1 (12-21, 21-17, and 17-15) and claim gold.

In the lady’s competitions, The Netherlands’ Mexime and Iris won in the women’s final 2-0 (21-16, 23-21) over Denmark’s Signe and Cecile. Rwanda Emerged 4th for the ladies.

Young Africans Have Completed The Signing Of Dickson Job From Mtibwa Sugar

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Ground Sports
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Young Africans Have Completed The Signing Of Dickson Job From Mtibwa Sugar
Dickson Job signing contract | Photo Young Africans

Tanzania youngster defender Dickson Job has today signed a deal to play for Young Africans.

11th January 2021, Monday afternoon, Dar es salaam and Jangwani based club, Young Africans has announced and unveiled a 20-year-old Tanzanian international defender, Dickson Nickson Job from Mtibwa sugar on a 2-year contract.

Dickson Job is said to have impressed the coach Cedric Kaze when Young met Mtibwa Sugar in the first leg game played in Morogoro. Cedric admired Job’s ability to play football, courage, confidence and the way he cleared all dangers in front of the goal.

Dickson is among the players coach Etienne Ndayiragije will be using in CHAN scheduled to start on the 16th of this month in Cameroon. Tanzania belongs to group D along with Zambia and Guinea.

It is expected that He will join Yanga once they return to the country after CHAN when they will be preparing for Mbeya City game.

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Kenya Star Wamukota Bush To Remain Loyal To Rwanda Side Patriots.

By
Evode Munyeshuri
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Kenya Star Wamukota Bush To Remains Loyal To Rwanda Side Patriots.
Wamukota extended his stay in Patriots

BKBNL Champions Patriots have extended the contract of their pillar players and also signed Hitayezu from RP-IPRC Kigali.

The champions are strengthening the squad ahead of the preparations for the 2021 Championship and the final games of the Basketball Africa League on dates that have not yet been announced.

Among the players that have extended their contracts are;

  • Kenya international Wamukota Bush. The 2.13 m center signed a 2-year contract stay.
  • Steven Hagumintwari, 27 years old Rwandan forward who arrived at the club in 2017 from RP-IPRC Kigali extended his contracts for 2 years.
  • 2018/2019 BKBNL Most Valuable Player, Dieudonne Ndizeye Ndayisaba. One of the club’s top scorers in last 2 seasons, signed a two-year contract extension. He joined this basketball club in 2017 from RP-IPRC Kigali too.
  • Burundian International Guibert Nijimbere, who had been playing for the club for a year, also extended his contract another two years with the club.

The Patriots seem to be lucky enough as they once again approach RP-IPRC Kigali to acquires the services of yet another player, the big man, Leonard Hitayezu. He signed a 3-year contract.

Patriots new Center from RP-IPRC Kigali, Leonard Hitayezu | Courtesy Photo

Patriots, 4 times Rwanda Basketball National League champions are boosting their squad in preparation to be Rwanda flag bearers and East Africa representative in the inaugural Basketball Africa League (BAL).

24 hours after guiding the team to the CAF champions league group stage , coach Sven Vandenbroeck resigned.

By
Evode Munyeshuri
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24 hours after guiding the team to the CAF champions league group stage , coach Sven Vandenbroeck resigned.
Sven Vandenbroeck | Courtesy Photo

Simba SC head coach Sven Vandenbroeck has left the club a day after helping the Tanzanian giants qualify for the CAF Champions League Group Stages.

In the statement released by a club, it is reported that the Belgian manager left the club by a mutual agreement. Selemani Motola who was serving as an assistant coach will be a caretaker while the team is in search for the new head coach.

“The Board of Directors of Simba Sports Club announces to its members and fans that we have parted ways with our Head Coach, Sven Vandenbroeck. By mutual consent Simba Sports Club thanks coach Sven for the success achieved during his time with the Club, where we won the Tanzania Premier League, the FA Cup, the Community Shield and qualified for the group stage of the African Champions League.

In light of the above, Assistant Coach Selemani Matola will hold the position vacated by Sven up until we announce a new person for the role. We recognize that Sven will always be part of the Simba family. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours. “

The coach, who is not accused of low productivity, One of the most frequent recalls is that the coach’s relationship with the players has not always been good, especially with Meddie Kagere, last season top scorer by starting him on the bench several times.

Sven, who arrived in Simba in 2019, led the team 55 games, winning 39, drawing 10 and lost 6 games. He won the Vodacom Premier League, Federation Cup and Charity Shield Cup. Last season, He was named coach of the year in Tanzania.

The Kenya Basketball Federation Wants AfroBasket Qualifiers Window 2 in Kenya

By
Evode Munyeshuri
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The Kenya Basketball Federation Wants AfroBasket Qualifiers Window 2 in Kenya

The 2nd window of the AfroBasket Qualifiers is scheduled to take place between 19th and 21st February 2021 and Kenya Basketball Federation wants the hosting rights for the tournament.

Kenya Basketball Federation, the basketball governing body of Kenya has proposed a budget 13 KSH (440M UGX, 18M RWF) for the organising the AfroBasket Qualifiers’ 2nd window. KBF assistant secretary-general Ambrose Kisoi explained that the funds would be used to meet accommodation, local transport, and venue expenses in addition to preparing the national team, the Morans.

“We are expecting feedback from the government on Saturday (January 9) on the budget we submitted and the Covid-19 protocols,” said Kisoi. Kenya is in Group B with Senegal, Angola, and Mozambique and all the four nations have placed bids to host their group mentioned Kisoi.

“We (Kenya Basketball Federation) have already submitted the bid to Fiba Africa and we stand an equal chance of winning the hosting rights. The successful bidder will be known on January 20,” Kisoi added.

The Morans will be under the guidance of head coach Cliff Owuor despite his appointment to coach Rwanda side APR BC. Owuor helped the Morans win 1 out of the 3 games they contested to finish 3rd with 4 points behind Angola with 5 points in the 1st window of the AfroBasket Qualifiers 2021.

The Kenya Basketball Federation Wants AfroBasket Qualifiers Window 2 in Kenya
Coach Cliff Owuor | Photo FIBA Africa

The AfroBasket 2021 is scheduled for August 24th to September 5th, 2021 at Kigali Arena in Kigali, Rwanda.

Pre-CHAN Mini tournament in Kigali: Rwanda shares spoils with Congo in 4 goals thriller.

By
Evode Munyeshuri
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Pre-CHAN Mini tournament in Kigali: Rwanda shares spoils with Congo in 4 goals thriller.
Courtesy Photo | Rwanda FA

‏In preparation for the CHAN scheduled in Cameroon, the Rwanda National team played a preparatory match with Congo Brazzaville in Kigali.

The Rwanda National Football team, Amavubi hosted Congo Brazzaville at the Amahoro National Stadium in Kigali on this Thursday in preparation for the Africa Cup of Nations (CHAN).

This game was behind closed doors with limited coverage as asked by the head coach so that their opponents in the Africa Cup of Nations do not know the tactics he will use. Amavubi came from behind to draw and ended the game 2-2. With Police FC midfielder Martin Fabrice and a forward Mico Justin scoring on the side of Rwanda to cancel out Congo’s 2 goals lead through Bersyl Obassi.

Pre-CHAN Mini tournament in Kigali: Rwanda shares spoils with Congo in 4 goals thriller.
Congo Brazzaville | Photo Rwanda FA

Rwanda was supposed to host 2 countries in this kind of mini-tournament preparing CHAN however, Namibia pulled out because of Corona Virus infection in their squad hence only two teams, Rwanda and Congo participating. They will play another game on Sunday, January 10, 2020.

CHAN is scheduled for 16 January to 7 February 2021, and Rwanda will compete in Group C along with Morocco, Togo and Uganda.

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