On October 29, 2026, a handover ceremony took place at the Rwanda Football Federation headquarters, where Shema Fabrice passed on the mantle to Me. Gasarabwe Claudine, who has been appointed as the interim President. Fabrice expressed his gratitude to those who supported him during his tenure and reiterated his commitment to the sport. He mentioned that he will continue to attend football matches and support the national team, Amavubi.
Fabrice's decision to step down from his position as FERWAFA President comes at a time when the organization is preparing for new elections. The new committee is expected to be elected in January 2027, which will replace the outgoing committee led by Fabrice. During his tenure, Fabrice initiated a project aimed at helping Rwanda bid to host the 2036 African Cup of Nations.
The outgoing FERWAFA President expressed his optimism about the future of Rwandan football, stating that he is confident that the team will qualify for the African Cup of Nations. Fabrice has been a prominent figure in Rwandan football, and his departure marks the end of an era. However, he assured fans that he will remain involved in the sport and continue to provide support to the national team.
Me. Gasarabwe Claudine, the new interim President of FERWAFA, will lead the organization until the new committee is elected. Her appointment is seen as a temporary measure to ensure the smooth running of the organization until the elections take place. The new committee will be responsible for taking the organization forward and implementing new strategies to promote football in Rwanda.
Fabrice's commitment to football is not limited to his role as FERWAFA President. He has been a long-time supporter of the sport and has been involved in various initiatives aimed at promoting football in Rwanda. His decision to remain close to the sport has been welcomed by fans and stakeholders, who are eager to see him continue to contribute to the development of football in the country.
The handover ceremony marked a significant milestone in the history of FERWAFA, and it is expected that the organization will continue to thrive under new leadership. The new committee will face the challenge of taking Rwandan football to the next level and achieving the goals set by Fabrice and his team.
As Fabrice looks to the future, he remains focused on his goal of seeing Rwanda host the African Cup of Nations in 2036. His project, which was initiated during his tenure as FERWAFA President, is expected to continue under new leadership. With the support of fans and stakeholders, Fabrice is confident that Rwandan football will continue to grow and achieve great things in the years to come.
Key points
- Shema Fabrice will remain involved in football despite stepping down as FERWAFA President.
- The new FERWAFA committee is expected to be elected in January 2027.
- Fabrice initiated a project to help Rwanda bid to host the 2036 African Cup of Nations.
