About RNOSC
Uniting athletes, federations, and communities through the power of sport since 1984.
Empowering athletes.
Uniting a nation.
We are dedicated to developing Olympic and sports excellence in Rwanda. Through strategic partnerships, grassroots programs, and world-class training facilities, we create pathways for athletes to reach their full potential on the global stage.
Our work extends beyond medals — we use sport as a catalyst for social change, youth empowerment, and national unity, embodying the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect.
“The athletes must be at the heart of the sports movement.”
A sporting nation.
A winning future.
To position Rwanda as a competitive force in African and international sports, with a sustainable ecosystem that nurtures talent from playground to podium.
Executive Committee
Alice Umulinga
Permanent Staff
Jean Claude Rugigana
Espoir Emery Ntungane
Jacqueline Masengesho
Fidèle Kajugiro Sebalinda
Fidele Bugingo
Hadas Mugisha
Clarisse Ingabire
Jean Paul Mana
Josué Ishema Rutaganira
Nicky Gisele Isumbingabo
Four Decades of Sport
Foundation
Rwanda National Olympic & Sports Committee established, joining the Olympic family.
First Olympic Games
Rwanda makes its debut at the Seoul Summer Olympics with a small athletics delegation.
Post-Genocide Rebirth
Sports becomes a powerful tool for unity and healing in the aftermath of the 1994 genocide.
Youth Programs Launch
National school sports championships established, creating pathways for young athletes.
London Breakthrough
Rwanda sends its largest-ever Olympic team to London, competing in 7 sports disciplines.
Rio Expansion
Introduction of cycling and rowing programs, diversifying Rwanda's Olympic portfolio.
Tokyo Resilience
Despite pandemic challenges, Rwanda competes with renewed determination in Tokyo.
Paris Vision
Strategic roadmap set for Paris 2024 with targeted medal prospects and athlete development.
Building Excellence
Olympic Solidarity
International Olympic Committee-funded grants supporting athlete training, coaching education, and sports infrastructure across Rwanda.
National Olympic Academy
Education and training programs promoting Olympic values, sports administration, and athlete career development.
Anti-Doping
Comprehensive clean sport initiatives including education, testing protocols, and athlete awareness campaigns.
Elite Development
High-performance training camps, international exchange programs, and world-class coaching for Olympic hopefuls.
Transparency & Accountability
Annual Report 2024
Annual Report 2023
Annual Report 2022
Annual Report 2021
Join the Movement
Whether you are an athlete, coach, federation, or sponsor — there is a place for you in Rwanda's Olympic journey.