Jojea Kwizera appears in a Rhode Island FC jersey.
PAWTUCKET, RI– Rhode Island FC midfielder Jojea Kwizera has signed a multi-year contract extension.
Jojea Kwizera appears in a Rhode Island FC jersey.
Jojea Kwizera is a 26-year-old, 5’9, 154lb, midfielder from Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
At the club level, Kwizera has appeared in 64 career games (4,649 minutes) as a midfielder for Rhode Island FC
In career numbers with Rhode Island FC, Kwizera has 5 goals & 8 assists.
Internationally, Kwizera represents Rwandan Football Federation Men’s National Team. He has received eight senior call-ups to Rwanda.
Kwizera joined Rhode Island FC in January of 2024 after a two-year stint with Canadian MLS side CF Montreal (2022-23) where he made 12 appearances (407 minutes).
Kwizera ranks seventh in club history in appearances, sixth in club history in minutes played, & is third all-time in assists.
“Jojea has been with us from the beginning and continues to be an important piece of our squad,” said Rhode Island FC Head Coach and General Manager Khano Smith. “He adds speed and creativity to the attack, and we are excited to have him continue with us in 2026.”
RIFC Logo. Image Courtesy of Rhode Island FC.
RIFC head coach Khano Smith will look to make improvements to his squad ahead of the 2026 season with Rhode Island FC. For more USL Championship content, you can find it on ESPN+
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