Kwibuka Women's Twenty20 Tournament (Rwanda) 2024/25

The Kwibuka Women's Twenty20 Tournament stands as an annual international fixture for women's cricket, hosted in Rwanda and organized by the Rwanda Cricket Association (RCA). It operates with a distinct purpose, serving as a memorial to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The name itself translates to 'to remember' in Kinyarwanda, anchoring the event's identity in remembrance rather than purely sporting rivalry. The competition typically takes place in June, aligning directly with the national commemoration period.

Unlike open qualifiers, this event is purely invitational. There is no formal promotion or relegation structure governing participation. Instead, teams are invited from across Africa and occasionally from other continents. The standard format sees eight teams compete in a round-robin group stage before progressing to knockout play-offs for various positions. While the field often includes regional neighbours, past editions have featured sides from further afield.

Success in the tournament has been spread across several nations. Kenya holds the record for the most titles, having won four times in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2021. Uganda has also proven strong, securing victories in 2014, 2016, and most recently in 2024. Tanzania claimed notable wins in 2019 and 2022, while the host nation, Rwanda, broke new ground with a victory in 2023. The 2020 edition was cancelled due to the global pandemic.

The competition remains distinct from other regional contests like the EAP Trophy or African Women's Championship because of its specific memorial purpose and timing. The official governing body is the Rwanda Cricket Association, which joined the ICC in 2003. Information regarding the tournament is disseminated via the RCA's website, ICC news channels, and local media outlets such as The New Times.