Amputee football, a seven-a-side version of soccer where players use crutches and goalkeepers have one arm, has seen significant growth in Rwanda over the past decade. This sport has become a source of physical rehabilitation and community for many amputees, some of whom are survivors of the 1994 genocide that claimed around 800,000 lives. In Kigali, players like Nyiraneza Solange, who lost her leg at a young age, are inspired by the resilience of those who have endured similar losses. With encouragement from coaches, players develop a sense of belonging and unity, overcoming the stigma associated with being an amputee. Louise Kwizera, vice president of the Rwanda Amputee Football Federation, emphasizes that the playing field serves as a space for peace and collaboration among individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and healing in a society once divided by conflict.
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