Former bicycle owner Jean-Hubert Nkurayija Ishimwe has been elected president of the Rwanda Biking Federation, succeeding Samson Ndayishimiye, who opted to not search one other time period.
Nkurayija will lead the federation’s newly elected govt committee for the following 4 years following elections held throughout FERWACY’s Common Meeting on Sunday, Could 31.
The previous rider, who has served as Tour du Rwanda coordinator since December 2025, secured a commanding victory, receiving 10 of the 11 votes solid.
His path to the presidency was cleared after potential challenger Toussaint Paul Nosisi Gahitsi withdrew from the race.
Gahitsi’s withdrawal got here after his nominating membership, Les Amis Sportifs, determined to area a candidate for the place of First Vice President as a substitute. The membership in the end selected to take care of just one candidate within the govt elections, leaving Nkurayija unopposed for the federation’s prime put up.
The brand new govt committee additionally consists of Clément Makuza, who was elected First Vice President with 9 votes, and Belyse Umuhoza, who secured the place of Second Vice President with eight votes.
In the meantime, Arlette Ruyonza was unanimously elected Secretary Common, receiving all 11 votes, whereas Daniel Katabarwa was additionally elected Treasurer with unanimous assist.
