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Israeli veterans and Rwanda’s ‘Sport on Wheel’ national team played a friendly game on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. This was more than a game between two countries (Israel and Rwanda) who are using adaptive sports to help people recover from trauma and rebuild their lives.

Nov Kuperstein, a 31 years old Israeli veteran, spoke plainly about the sport’s life-saving impact. “Basketball saved my life, Without the basketball, I wouldn’t come out of the house, I’d stay home… I have amazing friends, I’m healthy, and I have reasons to stay out of the house.” she said.

A delegation of 14 veterans from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) arrived in Kigali this tuesday on 25th November, 2025. Their visit focused on healing and shared experience. The trip is built on the profound historical bonds between Israel and Rwanda. The delegation includes veterans injured in service, many of whom are dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The visit began with a stop at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, an event that resonated deeply with the former soldiers. Ambassador of Israel to Rwanda Einat Weiss, explained the deliberate choice of the destination, noting it goes beyond history alone. “We chose Rwanda not only because of the history, Rwanda has done tremendous steps in raising awareness to disability, to people with disabilities.”

Biniam, a famous African cyclist, said that having the UCI Road World Championships in Rwanda is a special moment for all of Africa. The races took place in Kigali, a city known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills.” This was the first time this event was ever held on the continent of Africa.

Biniam Girmay is a hero to many young riders. He has made history before. He was the first Black African to win a stage at the Giro d’Italia. He also won a stage and the Green Jersey at the Tour de France.

The inauguration of the Home of Dreams in Rwanda’s Bugesera District marks a monumental shift for cycling across Africa, positioning the nation as a leading hub for talent development on the continent. Launched on September 24 by the Israel Premier Tech cycling team in collaboration with the Gasore Serge Foundation and Bugesera District, the multi-level youth center is a groundbreaking addition to the Field of Dreams bike facility.

Significantly, this new hub, located in Nyatarama Sector, is the first of its kind in Africa to feature both a race track and a pump track and has been officially recognized by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) as a Regional Training Center. This recognition isn’t merely symbolic, it places Rwanda at the heart of the UCI’s strategy to expand cycling’s footprint across the globe.

Kigali, Rwanda At the UCI Road World Championships 2025 in Kigali, one of the most inspiring faces in the crowd was not a medal winner but a young Kenyan entrepreneur, Mr. Brian Karoney, in his early 30s. He came to Rwanda not just as a fan, but as the founder of a new cycling team called Airpocket, backed by Enovepay, his Nairobi-based payment company.

For Brian, cycling is more than sport. It is deeply personal. A few years ago, his wife fell seriously ill and needed regular blood donations. The people who donated were mostly cyclists athletes with strong health and open hearts. Their kindness gave Brian more time with his wife before she passed away.

The hills of Kigali delivered history today as Megan Arens from the Netherlands won the Women’s Junior Individual Time Trial at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships.

The 18-year-old stopped the clock at 25 minutes 47 seconds on the 18.3-kilometre course, which started at BK Arena and ended at the Kigali Convention Centre. The route included steep climbs and a hard cobbled finish on the Côte de Kimihurura, where Arens made the difference.

The streets of Rwanda’s capital came alive on Saturday, September 20, as hundreds of cyclists took part in a vibrant social ride ahead of the 2025 UCI Road World Championships, which officially begin today, September 21, and run until September 28 2025.

The event drew riders of all ages and backgrounds, including toddlers under three, children up to five, and professional cycling fans who rode side by side in a spirit of celebration. Each participant received a medal of participation, turning the ride into a memorable experience for families and cycling enthusiasts alike.

On a mission to promote peace and unity across Africa, the Africa Peace Run initiative has gained significant momentum under the leadership of the Global Election Observation Mission (GEOM). This initiative seeks to bridge divides and address the underlying issues of violence and political unrest by engaging the continent’s most valuable resource, its youth.

The idea behind the Africa Peace Run was born from the understanding of Africa’s history and the challenges it continues to face. Kaikare Ronald, the Head of Programs at GEOM and Director of Africa Peace Run, shared his thoughts on why this initiative is so crucial for the continent.