A Rwandan woman has captured attention online after naming her newborn baby in honor of the UCI Road World Championships, which were recently held in Rwanda.
According to the baby’s birth certificate, which has been widely shared on social media, the girl was born on September 27, 2025, in Kacyiru, just one day before the global cycling event concluded in Kigali. Her full name is Ange UCI Noella.
Timing Symbolizes Rwanda’s First UCI Event in Africa
The timing of the birth coincided with the first UCI World Championships hosted in Africa, bringing joy and pride to the people of Rwanda. The weeklong competition, held in Kigali, highlighted the country’s growing enthusiasm for cycling and its ability to host major international events.
Birth Certificate Highlights the Unique Name Choice
The birth certificate, issued on October 2, 2025, confirms that the child’s official name includes UCI, a nod to the Union Cycliste Internationale, the world’s cycling governing body.Many Rwandans on social media praised the mother’s choice, saying it reflects how much the cycling event impacted the nation. Naming a child after such a historic occasion shows both gratitude and national pride.
Ange UCI Noella was born during the women’s races, creating a meaningful connection between her name and Rwanda’s love for cycling and its growing sporting achievements.
