Rwanda has poured significant resources into building a reputation as a leading African cycling nation. The government’s strategy includes constructing facilities, training programs and hosting international races. The upcoming 2025 UCI Road World Championships scheduled for Kigali highlighted a gap between event organization and athlete performance. Observers noted that simply staging a major competition does not guarantee competitive success on the world stage. The recently upgraded Musanze Cycling Centre is being presented as a catalyst for improving local talent. Officials hope the new venue will spark a revival of Rwanda’s cycling results in future continental and global events.