Rayon Sports partnered with Airtel Money to introduce a fresh online platform allowing fans to easily sign up as members and donate money to the team utilizing a USSD code. This service was formally introduced on Monday, August 25, at Zaria Court, and has been referred to by representatives as “a significant historical event” in the club’s path towards economic stability and contemporary administration. Also read: SKOL and Rayon Sports FC come back with ‘Rayon Week’, a nationwide two-week festival.
Accessible via *702#, this system allows individuals owning smartphones and non-smartphones alike to join, settle membership costs, and provide donations either directly or representing fan groups. Supporters may additionally contribute specifically to individual athletes or certain initiatives inside the squad.
“This undoubtedly marks a memorable and exceptional day for Rayon Sports,” stated Thadée Twagirayezu, president of the Rayon Sports Association. “A day we’ve eagerly anticipated, symbolising renewed hope and prospects for Rayon Sports. As we recall how Rayon Sports obtained legal acknowledgment in 1968, this date shall forever serve as another notable point in our chronicles.”
Twagirayezu highlighted that this accomplishment emerged due to persistent efforts. “This didn’t occur without work—God acted through humans. I wish to express gratitude to pioneers behind this endeavor: Paul Muvunyi, Claude Rwagacongo, and Abdallah Murenzi. These gentlemen have labored diligently,” he remarked. “Upon achieving remarkable feats similar to what we’ve done now, it becomes time to aim higher since stopping short prevents reaching ultimate goals.”
How does the system function?
The latest USSD platform prioritizes ease-of-use and safety. Newcomers accessing *702# get instantly directed to the enrollment section. After registering, participants could choose to become members, cover dues, and obtain electronic member certificates accessible through safe internet applications.
Contributions aren’t restricted solely to enrolled patrons. Those unregistered might still assist the group, whereas heads of fan associations are permitted to deposit amounts on behalf of their organizations, assuming they hold personal memberships. All monetary activities go through Airtel Money and MTN Momo, sent safely to an IM Bank account, and immediately added to the organization’s primary banking facility. Patrons subsequently gain notification via messages, guaranteeing openness.
According to authorities, the process provides numerous benefits, namely immediate fund transfers into the association’s bank balance, quick and protected payment methods, along with availability for persons lacking smart devices.
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Additionally, protection formed central to this venture, wherein IM Bank established specialized verification procedures making sure every deal aligns with the user’s telephone identity, carrier information, plus unique reference numbers. An exclusive method exists only designated for Rayon Sports-related operations, integrating all functions employing secured REST APIs featuring tokens for authorization purposes.
Two different virtual accounts were created facilitating efficient fiscal oversight. One storeholds required payments made by everyone affiliated; governed by BNR, thus impervious to manipulation. Another includes available capital useful for purchasing players among various administrative necessities.
Even prior to its official debut, the framework began receiving attention. Up until now, approximately eight thousand people signed onto the program—a cause for joy well before launching fully. Out of them, above hundred fifty investors acquired stakes amounting to thirty-thousand rwandan franc per share as portion of necessary investments.
To promote broad acceptance, Rayon Sports intends conducting promotional campaigns across mass communication platforms, digital networks, live presentations during matches, and community gatherings.
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During the announcement ceremony, Rayon Sports revealed a completely renovated transport unit priced exceeding thirteen-five thousands dollars (one-hundred ninety-six-point-one million rwandese franks). Celebrated together with unveiling of the technological innovation, the car displayed branding from collaborators involved in this development comprising Airtel Money, Skol, and Forza — these sponsors’ names will continue appearing on the automobile throughout upcoming seasons based upon ongoing agreements and additional collaborations.
Paul Muvunyi, chairperson of Rayon Sports’ highest governing body, pointed out that introducing this concept places the sports entity forward compared to many rivals. “Fewer teams managed by FERWAFA possess capability equivalent to ours currently. Future competitors would resemble younger siblings relative to us,” Muvunyi mentioned. Furthermore, he appreciated companies like Airtel Money and IM Bank whose essential roles helped construct and implement this scheme providing rayon sports with improved mobility directions.

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