SGI-Sports Academy

Congratulations to our very own Mugisha Dorian for winning the Bronze Medal 🥉 in Sanbon Kumite (10 Years Old Male Category).

This marks the end of our JKA team’s journey in the North American open . We congratulate the entire team for their efforts, especially our 4 athletes who competed with dedication, courage, and heart. We will come back stronger ✌🏾 🇷🇼 🇺🇸

Pallacanestro Veroli 2016Fils David NiyongaboRwanda Karate FederationMinistry of Sports - RwandaRwanda National Olympic and Sports CommitteeWUKF World KarateRurangayire Guy DidierJapan Karate Association - RwandaRakwal RandeepNorth American OpenChristophe Pinna PersoPetit NdushabandiUmurinzi ArnauldCHEZA

Yesterday,Our JKA-Rwanda team in the US 🇺🇸 joined a Kumite seminar with Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion (-67kg) Steven Da Costa.
Chairman Rurangayire Guy Didier, who is also the coach and Head of Delegation, had the opportunity to chat with him about possible collaborations.

Mr Guy also met with Mr Roy O'Kane, WUKF World Karate CEO, and had a fruitful conversation regarding future development projects.

Pallacanestro Veroli 2016Christophe Pinna PersoSGI-Sports AcademyNorth American OpenFils David NiyongaboRakwal RandeepJapan Karate Association - RwandaRwanda National Olympic and Sports CommitteeMinistry of Sports - RwandaRwanda Karate FederationCHEZAUmurinzi ArnauldPetit Ndushabandi

Our Japan Karate Association - Rwanda/ SGI-Sports Academy team is ready to represent Rwanda at the 4th North American Open – International Karate Tournament in Las Vegas, USA 🇺🇸 (April 3–5, 2026).

Wishing the team every success.

Let’s go JKA-Rwanda!

Rwanda National Olympic and Sports CommitteeRwanda Karate FederationPallacanestro Veroli 2016WUKF World KarateRurangayire Guy DidierRakwal RandeepFils David NiyongaboMinistry of Sports - RwandaNorth American OpenChristophe Pinna Perso

Congratulations to our Coach Nicolas on being selected for this prestigious programme! . Thanks to Ferwafa Atlético de Madrid Rwanda Development Board (RDB) Visit Rwanda Ministry of Sports - Rwanda for the opportunities that shape the future of Rwandan football.
https://www.ferwafa.rw/single-news/94

Fils David NiyongaboRurangayire Guy DidierRakwal RandeepJapan Karate Association - RwandaCHEZA

We extend our sincere appreciation to CHEZA for their professionalism, expertise, and commitment throughout the workshop. This collaboration delivered valuable learning opportunities to 110 young athletes aged 5–17 and 38 coaches from different disciplines Squash, Karate, Basketball, Football, Boxing, and Athletics.

The knowledge shared and practical sessions conducted will contribute to long-term athlete development and continued capacity building for coaches. We thank for their strong partnership and meaningful contribution to sports development in Rwanda.

Rurangayire Guy DidierFils David NiyongaboCyuzuzo ThierryRakwal RandeepJapan Karate Association - RwandaUmurinzi ArnauldPetit NdushabandiUniversity of Tsukuba (筑波大学)Rwanda National Olympic and Sports CommitteeRwanda Karate FederationSGI-Sports AcademyPallacanestro Veroli 2016WUKF World KarateGash Soso

Day One 🇯🇵 🇷🇼Physical Performance Test Workshop

CHEZA based in Kobe, Japan, in partnership with SGI-Sports Academy, officially launched a 3-day physical performance test workshop under the Athletics Development Project in Rwanda.

Day One focused on physical performance assessments including body measurements, strength, flexibility, jumping ability, speed, and endurance . Both athletes and coaches actively participated,
marking a strong start to this international collaboration.

Umurinzi ArnauldPetit NdushabandiRurangayire Guy DidierRakwal RandeepFils David NiyongaboCyuzuzo ThierryJapan Karate Association - RwandaNorth American OpenUniversity of Tsukuba (筑波大学)IGIHERwanda National Olympic and Sports CommitteeRwanda Karate FederationSGI-Sports Academy