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2020 Women’s U20 African Nation’s Volleyball Championship New Dates For Late February

By
Evode Munyeshuri
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African Nation’s Volleyball Championship
Uganda Junior Ladies After Winning A Tournament

The women’s African Nation’s Volleyball Championship for the juniors under the age of 20 new dates set for February 18th – 26th and Uganda still hold hosting rights.

The volleyball governing body of Africa, CAVB has in a statement on their official website announced the new dates for this U20 women’s competition and Uganda has been entrusted by the body to host the games.

The competition was initially scheduled to be played between 4th and 13th December 2020 but CAVB decided to suspend all its activities last in a bid to align them with the FIVB calendar. The decision mentioned above also came at a transitional time when the new President, Bouhra Hajij was being handed CAVB Office.

Uganda Volleyball Federation UVF is also in the process of transition from the old to the new Board Of Administration  — election set for Sunday, 31st January 2021. The new dates will mean that the new executives will have to swiftly plan how they will host the U20 African Nation’s Volleyball Championship.

The competition calendar states that teams will arrive on 18th February, the technical meeting will be held on 19th February, Competition dates: 20th to 25th February 2021, and teams will be expected to depart on 26th February 2021.

The winners of the 2020 Women’s U20 African Nation’s Volleyball Championship will represent Africa at the 2021 FIVB U20 World Championship.

BURUNDI: Flambeau Hold On To Table Summit Seat As Primus League continues

By
Evode Munyeshuri
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BURUNDI: Flambeau Hold On To Table Summit Seat As Primus League continues

Last week, table leaders Flambeau made their forth consecutive win with 35 points on matchday 18 of the Primus League.

Flambeau du Centre, a team based in the political capital of Burundi, Gitega, travelled to Bujumbura at Intwari Stadium, formerly know as Prince Louis Rwagasore Stadium, where they picked yet another win against Inter Star 2-0.

Rahim Nsengiyumva and Cédric Mavugo scored the goals that ensured a forth game unbeaten for Flambeau. The team was last defeated on 13th December 2020, at Urunani Stadium by Bumamuru.

Elsewhere, Aigle Noir lost a game to Athletico while Musongati beat Olympic at Ingoma Stadium in Gitega.

MatchDay 18 Full Results

The 19th round games will continue starting on Friday, January 29, 2021. The most anticipated game is scheduled for Saturday, January 30 at Nkurunziza Peace Park in Makamba Province, with Aigle Noir hosting the cops, Rukinzo FC. On Sunday, the table leaders, Flambeau will welcome Royal FC at Ingoma Stadium.

Vital’O striker, Shaka Tresor is still leading the scorer’s chart with 9 goals followed by Inter Star’s Hemedy Murutabose with 8 goals. The latter and former Rwandan side Etincelles FC striker, last had put the ball in that back of the net on December 20, 2020 when he scored a brace against Olympic

For more details about this league, check this

League Champions Kenya Prisons Volleyball Club Launch Title Defense With A Victory

By
Kenneth Lwanga
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League Champions Kenya Prisons Volleyball Club Launch Title Defense With A Victory

Defending champions Kenya Prisons Volleyball Club fire warning shots off to opponents as they launch title defense.

In Late 2020, the Kenya Volleyball Federation prepared for the start of the new league campaign by setting the 22nd of January as the serve-off date. Last weekend was the launch of the new league where plenty of games saw contention teams in both women’s and men’s categories.

Women’s side Kenya Prisons were tasked to prove that they are champions in the league opener against KCB Volleyball Club. The first two set scores showed that Kenya Prisons had their work cut out with KCB clinging on. Set 1 and 2 ended 24-26 and 26-28 respectively.

KCB came back to win the 3rd set 25-21 making Kenya Prisons job a little bit harder but the champions gained the upper hand in the 4th set to register a win and also fire warning shots off to other opponents who want a bite from the champions cake. The game was streamed live on the Madgoat TV Facebook page.

In other games

GSU Vs Kenya Army 3-0 (25-23, 25-16, 25-14) men

KCB Vs DCI 3-0 (25-18, 25-19, 25-16) women

Prisons Kenya Vs Equity Bank 3-1 (25-17, 25-27, 27-29, 25-16, 15-11) men

KPA Vs PRI MSA 3-0 (25-18, 25-17, 25-18) men

KFS Vs KDF 1-3 (22-25, 20-25, 25-18, 27-29)

KPA Vs KDF 3-0 (25-21, 25-20, 25-11) women

The league restarts after halting sports for over a year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Duties Of The Six Officers Of The Board Of Administration That Handle The Activities Of UVF

By
Kenneth Lwanga
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Duties Of The Six Officers Of The Board Of Administration That Handle The Activities Of UVF

The Uganda volleyball family will on 31st January determine new leaders for the coming 4-year regime. Here are the key duties of the Board of Administration.

The Board Of Administration comprises six officers. They are tasked with various assignments to ensure a fluid operation of numerous Uganda Volleyball Federation activities that crop up throughout the entire 4-year tenure. The volleyball fraternity will decide on these individuals on Sunday, 31 January 2020.

The six officers of the Board Of Administrators include:

  1. The President
  2. The 1st Vice President
  3. The 2nd Vice President
  4. The General Secretary
  5. The Assistant General Secretary
  6. The Treasurer
The President
  • Overall management and supervision of all activities of the
    Federation. He signs all contracts and committing documents on
    behalf of the Federation.
  • Chairs all meetings of the Congress, Board, and Executive
    Committee.
  • Represents the Federation at all meetings outside the country
    and shall delegate as necessary.
  • Chairs the Sponsorship and Marketing Commission.
  • Follows up the implementation of the National Development
    Plan.
  • In his capacity as chairman of a meeting, the President shall
    have a casting vote.
  • He jointly signs all documents of financial matters, with the
    Secretary or Treasurer.

The above post is contested by three candidates including;

  1. Namanda Hadija
  2. Okila Eddie
  3. Sadik Nasiwu
The 1st Vice President
  • Acts as the President in the absence of the President.
  • Vice-Chairman of the Sponsorship and Marketing Commission.
  • Undertakes any other duty assigned to him by the President
    from time to time.
  • Chairs the Mass Media Commission.

The above post is contested by three candidates including;

  1. Ashaba Anthony
  2. Kigubdu Abdallah
  3. Waiswa Ardone Stephen
The 2nd Vice President
  • Performs the duties of the 1st Vice President in his absence.
  • Ex-officio member to all commissions and councils to
    champion participation of the gender in minority, in volleyball
    management.
  • Undertakes any duties assigned by the President from time to
    time.

The above post is contested by three candidates including;

  1. Kairungi Salmah Otika
  2. Nakimuli Hellen
  3. Nalinya Faridah
The General Secretary
  • Supervises the Sports Organising Commission.
  • Secretary to the Congress, Board, and Executive Committee.
  • Undertakes any other duties as assigned by the President from
    time to time.
  • Handles all legal matters of the Federation and together with the
    President will sign all legal contracts on behalf of the
    Federation.
  • He is in charge of all the correspondence of the Federation.

The above post is contested by three candidates including;

  1. Sekajolo Hassan Lubinga
  2. Ssenyodo Godwin Nakaana
The Assistant General Secretary
  • Assistant to General Secretary.
  • Responsible for managing the Federations Postal Box, Fax and
    Telephone.
  • Undertakes any other duties assigned by the President from time
    to time.

The above post is contested by three candidates including;

  1. Kizza Margret
  2. Nuwabigaba Eunice
The Treasurer
  • Chairs the Finance Commission.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of all financial records and all
    Financial Transactions of the Federation.
  • Keeps a list and checks all assets of the Federation.
  • Reports quarterly to the Board of Administration the Financial
    position of the Federation.
  • Presents Audited Financial Statements to the Federation.
  • Deposits all monies of the Federation to a recognized
    commercial bank.
  • Signs all bank transactions together with the President.

The above post is contested by three candidates including;

  1. Mugisha Adam
  2. Mutabazi Philbert
  3. Odong Joseph

Taifa Stars Off To A Needy Start In The Total CHAN Tournament

By
Kenneth Lwanga
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Taifa Stars Off To A Needy Start In The Total CHAN Tournament

Tanzania’s Taifa Stars made a poor start at the CHAN championship after recording a 2-0 defeat against Zambia.

The match started with a boring 1st half but later on, after the break, Lusaka Dynamo’s duo, Collins Sikomba, and Emmanuel Chabula handed Zambia’s Chipolopolo maximum points in their opening match of Group D at the African Nations Championship in Cameroon.

Taifa Stars head coach, Etienne Ndayiragije did not have the services of his captain John Bocco who was out because of injury. Zambia on the other hand with head coach Milutin Sredojevic, who has coaching in the championship for the third time, was eager to bag 3 points. Milutin had mentioned before the game that Zambia’s actions will speak louder than words against the Taifa Stars.

Tanzania faces Namibia on 23rd January 2021 while Chipolopolo will play against Guinea. If Zambia wins, they will continue to the quarter-final stage of the tournament.

Tanzania Starting lineup: Aishi Manula (GK), Shomari Kapombe (C), Edward Charles Manyama, Kalos Protus, Bakari, Mwamnyeto Nondo, Baraka Majogoro, Yusuph Muhilu, Feisal Salum, Dritam Adrian Nchimbi, Lucas Kikoti, Ayubu Lyanga

Zambia Starting lineup: Allan Chibwe (GK), Luka Banda, Zachariah Chilongoshi, Clement Mwape Mulashi, Benedict Chepeshi, Golden Mafwenta, Paul Katema, Kelvin Kapumbu (C), Collins Sikombe, Kelvin Kampamba, Emmanuel Chabula

AFRIYEA Golf Academy To Host Juniors Championship.

By
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

By
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.

By
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

By
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.

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