Rwanda at the Olympics facts for kids
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| NOC | Rwanda National Olympic and Sports Committee | ||||||||
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Rwanda is a country in East Africa. It has sent athletes to compete in the Summer Olympic Games 11 times. The first time Rwanda participated was in 1984. They have never competed in the Winter Olympic Games.
Even though Rwanda has not yet won an Olympic medal, one Rwandan athlete, Jean de Dieu Nkundabera, won a bronze medal at the 2004 Summer Paralympics in Athens. He competed in athletics, which includes sports like running and jumping. The Paralympics are a major international sports event for athletes with disabilities.
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Rwanda at the Summer Olympics
Rwanda first joined the Olympic Games in 1984. Since then, they have sent athletes to every Summer Olympics. These athletes compete in various sports, trying their best to represent their country.
How Many Athletes Represent Rwanda?
The number of athletes Rwanda sends to the Olympics changes each time. For example, in 1984, three athletes represented Rwanda. In 1992, ten athletes went, which was their largest team. More recently, in 2024, eight athletes competed for Rwanda.
Has Rwanda Won Olympic Medals?
So far, Rwanda has not won any Olympic medals (gold, silver, or bronze). However, participating in the Olympics is a huge achievement for any country and its athletes. It shows their dedication to sports and fair competition on a global stage.
See also
- List of flag bearers for Rwanda at the Olympics
- Rwanda at the Paralympics
In Spanish: Ruanda en los Juegos Olímpicos para niños
