Emeline Imanizabayo is a Rwandan distance runner specialising in the 5,000m, 10,000m and road-running events. Born in 1996, she is an African champion and national champion. She has recorded national-best performances in the 10km and 5km road events and has represented Rwanda in major international competitions such as the African Athletics Championship where she won a Gold Medal in the Women’s 5000m. She also recorded a National Best in Women’s 5000m at the Commonwealth Games 2026.