More than a game
We are a Rwandan football academy on a mission to help young people grow: as players, as students and as leaders in their communities.
Born from a love of the game and of Rwanda's youth
Kura Football Academy started with a simple belief: talent is everywhere in Rwanda, but opportunity is not. Too many gifted young players never get proper coaching, equipment or a clear path to follow.
Our name says it all. Kura means “grow” in Kinyarwanda. We give children from every background a structured environment to train, learn and compete, guided by qualified coaches and strong values.
We are starting with two groups, Little Kura for ages 5–8 and Foundation for ages 9–12, each training three times a week. As those players grow, we will open a 13–16 group so they can keep developing with us.
Our mission
To provide high-quality, affordable football education that develops technically excellent, disciplined and confident young people, and to open doors to professional football, scholarships and leadership.
Our vision
To be one of the leading youth football academies in East Africa, producing players for Rwanda's top clubs and national teams, and good citizens for the country.
What we stand for
Discipline
On time, focused and committed: at training, in school and at home.
Respect
For teammates, opponents, referees, coaches, parents and ourselves.
Excellence
We chase high standards in every session and every match.
Unity
One academy, one family. We grow together and win together.
Everything a young player needs
Expert guidance
Led by a Rwanda international, with coaching that follows a modern, age-appropriate curriculum.
Education first
Homework clubs, school report tracking and mentoring. Good grades are part of the deal.
Health & welfare
First aid at every session, nutrition guidance, and strict safeguarding policies.
Training 3× a week
Regular sessions every Friday, Saturday and Sunday build skill, fitness and good habits.
Small, focused group
We are starting with two small age groups (5–8 and 9–12), so every player gets real attention from day one.
A real pathway
Links with clubs and schools for trials, transfers and scholarship opportunities.
Meet Yannick Mukunzi
A Rwanda international midfielder who has played at the top of the Rwandan game and professionally in Europe.
Born in Kigali on 2 October 1995, Yannick made his name as a defensive midfielder with two of Rwanda's biggest clubs: APR FC (2012–2017) and Rayon Sports (2017–2020).
He made his debut for the national team, Amavubi, in 2015. He has since won more than 40 caps and scored 4 goals, including two in qualifying for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He also represented Rwanda at the 2016 and 2018 African Nations Championships (CHAN).
In 2019 he moved to Sweden to join Sandvikens IF, first on loan and then on a permanent deal, building a professional career in European football.
Yannick founded Kura Football Academy to give the next generation of young Rwandans the coaching, structure and opportunities that helped him reach the top, and to show that the road from a Kigali pitch to international football is real.
Growing step by step
Every great academy starts small. Here is where we've been and where we're going.
Be part of the story- The idea
A dream for Rwandan youth
Rwanda international Yannick Mukunzi founds Kura to give young players coaching, structure and opportunity.
- Now
Our first groups: ages 5–8 and 9–12
Registration is open for our first players, training three times a week.
- Next
A 13–16 group
As our first players grow, we open the next age group so they can keep developing with us.
Help us build the future
Your support funds kits, coaching, transport and scholarships for talented children who can't afford the fees.