As clubs in Rwanda and abroad begin discussions with players over contract renewals, while also pursuing new signings ahead of the 2026/27 season, here is a roundup of the latest developments from the Rwandan transfer market.Young winger Uwineza René, who spent the season at Kiyovu Sports on loan from Intare FC, is expected to continue his career with APR FC.
The talented youngster is among the under-21 players APR FC are looking to build their future squad around.Journalist Niyibizi Aimé of Isibo FM has reported that Police FC goalkeeper Niyongira Patience is a target for Rayon Sports head coach Francis Haringingo.
The goalkeeper is viewed as a potential replacement should Kwizera Olivier fail to agree a new contract with the club.Reports suggest that Rayon Sports have begun assessing which players will remain at the club, with many out-of-contract players expected to leave.
The players whose contracts have expired include:Abedi Bigirimana,Bassane Koulagna Aziz,Bienvenu Joachim Vigninou,Diagne Youssou,Ishimwe Ganijuru Elie,Bayisenge Emery,Nshimiyimana Emmanuel “Kabange”,Nshimimana Fabrice,Ishimwe Fiston,Ishimwe Patrick,Fall Ngagne,Kwizera Olivier,Ndayishimiye Richard,Yannick Bangala Litombo,Among those reportedly likely to depart are:
- Ishimwe Patrick,Drissa Kouyate (despite still being under contract),Aziz Ben Dao,Bienvenu Joachim Vigninou,Yannick Bangala,Kitoko Likau Faustin (despite still being under contract),Fall Ngagne,Ishimwe Fiston,Iradukunda Pascal,Yannick Bangala is among the players expected to leave Rayon Sports this summer.According to Isibo FM, young AS Kigali right-back Ndayishimiye Didier is set to join APR FC ahead of next season.His arrival would help APR FC meet league requirements regarding under-21 players on the matchday squad.
The defender is expected to provide cover for Byiringiro Jean Gilbert, while the future of Omborenga Fitina remains uncertain amid reports linking him with a possible departure.IGIHE has learned that Musanze FC have renewed the contracts of two players: Bizimungu Omar and Mukengere Christian.
Defender Mukengere Christian has signed a new two-year deal, while Bizimungu Omar, who had one year remaining on his previous contract, has agreed a further one-year extension.Bizimungu Omar (left) and Mukengere Christian (right) have both extended their stays at Musanze FC.
Rwandan champions APR FC have officially released three players whose contracts have come to an end Mauritanian striker Mamadou Sy Senegalese defender Aliou Souané Malian attacking midfielder Mohamadou Lamine Bah.
- All three players spent two seasons at the club before their departures were confirmed.Just three days after the conclusion of the 2025/26 Rwanda Premier League season, clubs preparing for the upcoming campaign are actively strengthening their squads, negotiating new contracts and releasing players who are no longer part of their plans.Throughout today, we will continue to follow the biggest transfer stories and developments from across Rwandan football.
