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Rwanda: Kagame Lauds FIFA's Infrastructure Efforts

  • During remarks on February 24, Kagame praised FIFA Forward and said `the results speak for themselves` under Gianni Infantino's leadership.
  • FIFA Forward has approved more than 2000 projects since 2016 and aims to invest over $5 billion to build pitches, support travel, and provide tailored support to member associations and confederations.
  • In Rwanda, FIFA Forward financed an accommodation facility for the national football federation and supported FIFA-standard pitches in Kigali, Rubavu, Rutsiro and Gicumbi.
  • Kagame said FIFA serves as a bridge between athletes and communities, highlighting higher women's game prize money and dedicated player compensation that transform lives.
  • Kagame recounted direct talks with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about accelerating change and noted FIFA recently established five new committees and appointed Jill Ellis as Chief Football Officer.
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Ten years ago, the Swiss Gianni Infantino took over FIFA. His machinations even put the scandalous predecessor Sepp Blatter on the palm: It's "total dictatorship"

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