Vuningabo looks towards mentoring after a pioneering Rwanda career
Ahead of the July 2026 Sitting Volleyball World Championships, Rwanda captain Emile Cadet Vuningabo reflected on more than 15 years in the sport.
Rwandan captain Emile Cadet Vuningabo in action.
Photo credit: World ParaVolley
Ahead of the July 2026 Sitting Volleyball World Championships, Rwanda captain Emile Cadet Vuningabo reflected on more than 15 years in the sport. He had led the men’s team at its historic London 2012 Paralympic appearance and was preparing for a fourth World Championships. Having joined the IPC’s Para Athlete Professionals leadership programme, he outlined plans to support younger athletes through coaching and guidance beyond competition. The feature presented a possible final national-team tournament, rather than confirming retirement or a championship result.
Rwanda’s sitting volleyball players gather on court.
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Vuningabo, right, competes at London 2012.
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Vuningabo participates in the IPC leadership programme.
Photo credit: Mika Volkmann/IPC