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Malaysian Reserve
a day ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Patriot Battery Metals Announces Board Changes
MONTRÉAL, July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – July 30, 2025 – Sydney, Australia Patriot Battery Metals Inc. (the 'Company' or 'Patriot') (TSX: PMET) (ASX: PMT) (OTCQX: PMETF) (FSE: R9GA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Aline Côté to its board of directors, effective immediately. Mrs. Côté stands as an independent director. Mrs. Côté is a seasoned mining executive with over 27 years of international experience spanning exploration, technical services, and operational leadership. She began her career at Noranda Inc. and held progressively senior roles at Xstrata plc and Glencore International AG. In 2014, she was appointed Head of Zinc Mining Technical Services at Glencore, a role she held until 2019, when she became Glencore's first female Industrial Lead, heading the Company's global Zinc and Lead industrial assets. In 2019, she joined the board of directors of Kazzinc and in 2020, she joined the board of Trevali Mining Corporation, where she served as Chair of the Technical Committee. Mrs. Côté holds a in Geology and an MBA from the Université du Québec, and completed postgraduate training at Laurentian University. She brings to the Board deep operational expertise, strategic leadership, and firsthand experience managing large-scale, capital-intensive mining operations across multiple jurisdictions. Pierre Boivin, Chair of the Board of Directors, comments: 'We are very pleased to welcome Aline to the Patriot Battery Metals team as an independent director. Aline is a highly respected executive in the mining sector and a strong addition to our Board. Based in Québec and widely recognized across the global mining industry, she brings an exceptional combination of technical depth, operational leadership, and strategic perspective. Her appointment strengthens our Board's industry credibility and reinforces our alignment with Québec's growing role in the critical minerals value chain.' About Patriot Battery Metals Inc. Patriot Battery Metals Inc. is a hard-rock lithium exploration company focused on advancing its district-scale 100%-owned Shaakichiuwaanaan Property (formerly known as Corvette) located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay region of Quebec, Canada, which is accessible year-round by all-season road and is proximal to regional powerline infrastructure. The Project hosts the world's largest1 pollucite-hosted caesium pegmatite Mineral Resource2 at the Rigel and Vega zones with 0.69 Mt at 4.40% Cs2O, Indicated, and 1.70 Mt at 2.40% Cs2O, Inferred. Additionally, the Project hosts a Consolidated Mineral Resource, which includes the Rigel and Vega caesium zones, totalling 108.0 Mt at 1.40% Li2O, 0.11% Cs2O, 166 ppm Ta2O5, and 66 ppm Ga, Indicated, and 33.4 Mt at 1.33% Li2O, 0.21% Cs2O, 155 ppm Ta2O5, and 65 ppm Ga, Inferred, and ranks as the largest lithium pegmatite resource in the Americas, and the 8th largest in the world. A Preliminary Economic Assessment ('PEA') was announced for the CV5 Pegmatite August 21, 2024, and highlights it as a potential North American lithium raw materials powerhouse. The PEA outlines the potential for a competitive and globally significant high-grade lithium project targeting up to ~800 ktpa spodumene concentrate using a simple Dense Media Separation ('DMS) only process flowsheet. 1 Determination based on Mineral Resource data, sourced through July 11, 2025, from corporate disclosure. 2The Consolidated MRE cut-off grade is variable depending on the mining method and pegmatite (0.40% Li2O open-pit, 0.60% Li2O underground CV5, and 0.70% Li2O underground CV13). A grade constraint of 0.50% Cs2O was used to model the Rigel and Vega caesium zones, which are entirely within the CV13 Pegmatite's open-pit mining shape. The Effective Date of the MREs is June 20, 2025 (through drill hole CV24-787). Mineral Resources are not Mineral or Ore Reserves as they do not have demonstrated economic viability. For further information, please contact us at info@ or by calling +1 (604) 279-8709, or visit Please also refer to the Company's continuous disclosure filings, available under its profile at and for available exploration data. This news release has been approved by 'KEN BRINSDEN' Kenneth Brinsden, President, CEO, & Managing Director Qualified/Competent Person The information in this news release that relates to exploration results for the Shaakichiuwaanaan Property is based on, and fairly represents, information compiled by Mr. Darren L. Smith, who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, and member in good standing with the Ordre des Géologues du Québec (Geologist Permit number 01968), and with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (member number 87868). Mr. Smith has reviewed and approved the technical information in this news release. Mr. Smith is an Executive and Vice President of Exploration for Patriot Battery Metals Inc. and holds common shares and options in the Company. Mr. Smith has sufficient experience, which is relevant to the style of mineralization, type of deposit under consideration, and to the activities being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as described by the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (the JORC Code). Mr. Smith consents to the inclusion in this news release of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears. Disclaimer for Forward-looking Information This press release contains 'forward-looking information' or 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of applicable Securities Laws. All statements, other than statements of present or historical facts, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions and accordingly, actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. You are hence cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as 'plan', 'development', 'growth', 'continued', 'intentions', 'expectations', 'strategy', 'opportunities', 'anticipated', 'trends', 'potential', 'outlook', 'ability', 'additional', 'on track', 'prospects', 'viability', 'estimated', 'reaches', 'enhancing', 'strengthen', 'target', 'will', 'believes', or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results 'may', 'could', 'would', 'might' or 'will' be taken, occur or be achieved. Although the Company believes its expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions and has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. As such, these risks are not exhaustive; however, they should be considered carefully. If any of these risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results may vary materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements found herein. Due to the risks, uncertainties and assumptions inherent in forward-looking statements, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list is not exhaustive of all factors and assumptions which may have been used. Forward-looking statements are also subject to risks and uncertainties facing the Company's business, any of which could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, financial condition, results of operations and growth prospects. Some of the risks the Company faces and the uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements include, among others, the ability to execute on plans relating to the Company's Project, including the timing thereof. In addition, readers should review the detailed risk discussion in the Company's most recent Annual Information Form filed on SEDAR+ for a fuller understanding of the risks and uncertainties that affect the Company's business and operations. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made only as of the date hereof. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law. The Company qualifies all of its forward-looking statements by these cautionary statements. Competent Person Statement (ASX Listing Rule) The mineral resource estimate in this release was reported by the Company in accordance with ASX Listing Rule 5.8 on May 13, 2025. The Company confirms that, as of the date of this news release, it is not aware of any new information or data verified by the competent person that materially affects the information included in the announcement and that all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates in the announcement continue to apply and have not materially changed. The Company confirms that, as at the date of this announcement, the form and context in which the competent person's findings are presented have not been materially modified from the original market announcement.
Cision Canada
a day ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Patriot Battery Metals Announces Board Changes
Patriot Battery Metals Inc. (the "Company" or "Patriot") (TSX: PMET) (ASX: PMT) (OTCQX: PMETF) (FSE: R9GA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Aline Côté to its board of directors, effective immediately. Mrs. Côté stands as an independent director. Mrs. Côté is a seasoned mining executive with over 27 years of international experience spanning exploration, technical services, and operational leadership. She began her career at Noranda Inc. and held progressively senior roles at Xstrata plc and Glencore International AG. In 2014, she was appointed Head of Zinc Mining Technical Services at Glencore, a role she held until 2019, when she became Glencore's first female Industrial Lead, heading the Company's global Zinc and Lead industrial assets. In 2019, she joined the board of directors of Kazzinc and in 2020, she joined the board of Trevali Mining Corporation, where she served as Chair of the Technical Committee. Mrs. Côté holds a in Geology and an MBA from the Université du Québec, and completed postgraduate training at Laurentian University. She brings to the Board deep operational expertise, strategic leadership, and firsthand experience managing large-scale, capital-intensive mining operations across multiple jurisdictions. Pierre Boivin, Chair of the Board of Directors, comments: "We are very pleased to welcome Aline to the Patriot Battery Metals team as an independent director. Aline is a highly respected executive in the mining sector and a strong addition to our Board. Based in Québec and widely recognized across the global mining industry, she brings an exceptional combination of technical depth, operational leadership, and strategic perspective. Her appointment strengthens our Board's industry credibility and reinforces our alignment with Québec's growing role in the critical minerals value chain." About Patriot Battery Metals Inc. Patriot Battery Metals Inc. is a hard-rock lithium exploration company focused on advancing its district-scale 100%-owned Shaakichiuwaanaan Property (formerly known as Corvette) located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay region of Quebec, Canada, which is accessible year-round by all-season road and is proximal to regional powerline infrastructure. The Project hosts the world's largest 1 pollucite-hosted caesium pegmatite Mineral Resource 2 at the Rigel and Vega zones with 0.69 Mt at 4.40% Cs 2 O, Indicated, and 1.70 Mt at 2.40% Cs 2 O, Inferred. Additionally, the Project hosts a Consolidated Mineral Resource, which includes the Rigel and Vega caesium zones, totalling 108.0 Mt at 1.40% Li 2 O, 0.11% Cs 2 O, 166 ppm Ta 2 O 5, and 66 ppm Ga, Indicated, and 33.4 Mt at 1.33% Li 2 O, 0.21% Cs 2 O, 155 ppm Ta 2 O 5, and 65 ppm Ga, Inferred, and ranks as the largest lithium pegmatite resource in the Americas, and the 8 th largest in the world. A Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") was announced for the CV5 Pegmatite August 21, 2024, and highlights it as a potential North American lithium raw materials powerhouse. The PEA outlines the potential for a competitive and globally significant high-grade lithium project targeting up to ~800 ktpa spodumene concentrate using a simple Dense Media Separation ("DMS) only process flowsheet. 1 Determination based on Mineral Resource data, sourced through July 11, 2025, from corporate disclosure. 2 The Consolidated MRE cut-off grade is variable depending on the mining method and pegmatite (0.40% Li 2 O open-pit, 0.60% Li 2 O underground CV5, and 0.70% Li 2 O underground CV13). A grade constraint of 0.50% Cs 2 O was used to model the Rigel and Vega caesium zones, which are entirely within the CV13 Pegmatite's open-pit mining shape. The Effective Date of the MREs is June 20, 2025 (through drill hole CV24-787). Mineral Resources are not Mineral or Ore Reserves as they do not have demonstrated economic viability. For further information, please contact us at [email protected] or by calling +1 (604) 279-8709, or visit Please also refer to the Company's continuous disclosure filings, available under its profile at and for available exploration data. This news release has been approved by " KEN BRINSDEN" Kenneth Brinsden, President, CEO, & Managing Director Qualified/Competent Person The information in this news release that relates to exploration results for the Shaakichiuwaanaan Property is based on, and fairly represents, information compiled by Mr. Darren L. Smith, who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, and member in good standing with the Ordre des Géologues du Québec (Geologist Permit number 01968), and with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (member number 87868). Mr. Smith has reviewed and approved the technical information in this news release. Mr. Smith is an Executive and Vice President of Exploration for Patriot Battery Metals Inc. and holds common shares and options in the Company. Mr. Smith has sufficient experience, which is relevant to the style of mineralization, type of deposit under consideration, and to the activities being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as described by the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (the JORC Code). Mr. Smith consents to the inclusion in this news release of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears. Disclaimer for Forward-looking Information This press release contains "forward-looking information" or "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable Securities Laws. All statements, other than statements of present or historical facts, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions and accordingly, actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. You are hence cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as "plan", "development", "growth", "continued", "intentions", "expectations", "strategy", "opportunities", "anticipated", "trends", "potential", "outlook", "ability", "additional", "on track", "prospects", "viability", "estimated", "reaches", "enhancing", "strengthen", "target", "will", "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Although the Company believes its expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions and has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. As such, these risks are not exhaustive; however, they should be considered carefully. If any of these risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results may vary materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements found herein. Due to the risks, uncertainties and assumptions inherent in forward-looking statements, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list is not exhaustive of all factors and assumptions which may have been used. Forward-looking statements are also subject to risks and uncertainties facing the Company's business, any of which could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, financial condition, results of operations and growth prospects. Some of the risks the Company faces and the uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements include, among others, the ability to execute on plans relating to the Company's Project, including the timing thereof. In addition, readers should review the detailed risk discussion in the Company's most recent Annual Information Form filed on SEDAR+ for a fuller understanding of the risks and uncertainties that affect the Company's business and operations. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made only as of the date hereof. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law. The Company qualifies all of its forward-looking statements by these cautionary statements. Competent Person Statement (ASX Listing Rule) The mineral resource estimate in this release was reported by the Company in accordance with ASX Listing Rule 5.8 on May 13, 2025. The Company confirms that, as of the date of this news release, it is not aware of any new information or data verified by the competent person that materially affects the information included in the announcement and that all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates in the announcement continue to apply and have not materially changed. The Company confirms that, as at the date of this announcement, the form and context in which the competent person's findings are presented have not been materially modified from the original market announcement.
CAF
19-07-2025
- Sport
- CAF
A synergy of wit & bold calls: The Twin Referees at WAFCON 2024
Rwandan pride Aline Umutoni and Alice Umutesi flying high at WAFCON 2024 Former footballers now turning heads as referees Pair building legacy to inspire generations Football does more than meets the eye. The stories behind every whistle and call are steeped in beautiful tales that stick like glue, and age like fine wine. At the ongoing TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, two women from Rwanda have not just stuck as a pair, they've added layers of allure and feel that is striking. Twins Aline Umutoni and Alice Umutesi are living the dream and mirror intentional synergy, strength and sisterhood. In the quiet valleys and green hills of Rwanda, where resilience echoes in every breath and every heartbeat tells a story of rebirth, these two sisters have risen. Theirs is a tale of storied grace, grit and glory. Their dominance, is not merely reflections of each other, but as beacons of hope. Aline and Alice are not just twins by birth, but twin flames in the world of African Football officiating, dominating a sport that few decades ago was a no-go-area for women. Their journey began on familiar fields, laced with childhood dreams and teenage tenacity. 'I remember when we were just in Germany with the national team,' Aline recalls, her voice a nostalgic brushstroke on the canvas of memory. What was once a playground became a proving ground; what started as a love for the game transformed into a deep vocation to interpret, protect, and elevate it. Their roles are distinct yet complementary, Aline, the central referee, presiding with poised authority; Alice, the assistant referee, scanning every inch of the pitch with an eagle eye and unwavering discipline. 'Yes, our styles are different,' Alice affirms. 'She's in the center. I'm on the flank. But we move with the same heart.' The two have always shared more than just DNA. Their journey into football officiating wasn't just a career choice, it was a reflection of their bond. 'Because we are real twins, if she likes something, I have to like it too. It's mandatory,' said Aline, with a laugh that punctuates their sibling dynamic. But sharing the same ambition also required compromise. Initially, both trained as central referees until their Coach Mbake offered them advice that would later prove useful. 'He told us, 'Alice, if you stay as a referee, and Aline also stays as a referee, it's as if you are competing,'' Alice recalled. 'So we decided Aline would stay as central referee, and I'd work as an assistant.' That decision wasn't just practical, it aligned with their personalities. 'I chose to be the central referee because I'm bossy. Secondly, I'm responsible. I like to make decisions,' said Aline. Alice quickly adds, 'But you're a little shy', to which Aline replied: 'I'm not shy on the pitch.' The pair add that given the nature of football, they've had to make room for critcism as that was the only way they could grow. 'Of course we criticize each other,' Alice admits 'That's how we grow. That's how we get better.' Aline agrees, unapologetically candid: 'We tell each other the truth. And when the truth brings change, we embrace it. Then life goes on.' '…If you work according to the law,' Alice says firmly, 'you stay strong and keep working. That's it.' 'Her mistakes are my mistakes,' said Alice. 'So if she makes mistakes, I have to criticize her to correct her next time. It's for our own good.' Aline nodded in agreement. The two carry Rwanda proudly on their shoulders, not as a cross to bear, but as a beautiful badge of honour. As the only set of twin referees in a major continental tournament in recent memory, they represent a profound national and symbolic significance. 'It's good when you represent your country,' said Aline. 'So we're very proud to represent Rwanda.' 'To represent your country as twins,' Alice says, 'is a pleasure. We are very, very proud.' And they've earned that pride. Aline's greatest moment? Standing tall at the TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON, Morocco 2024, officiating a match between Botswana and Nigeria. 'So much was going on,' she reflects. 'But we managed. And I was very happy.' But behind the polished boots and sharp whistles is a story of transition and transformation. Before refereeing, they were players. And when their days with the ball at their feet began to fade, they chose not to walk away but to launch deeper into football – a love affair that is unwavering. 'In life, you must have a goal,' Aline explains. 'Ours was to stay in football. So we trained, we committed. And now, we are here.' 'At first, we just had the goal to work, to get far, to stay in the field of sport. That's why we worked a lot, we did a lot of training. And here we are today,' Alice re-echoed Aline's thoughts. Off the pitch, their personalities blossom in simpler expressions. On a good day, when the whistles are silent and the pressure momentarily subsides, their sense of fashion is evident; the pair love dresses, the flowing and elegant type that allows them to be as expressive as they can. 'From the top down,' Alice says, 'it's about what one wants to have. 'But there are times when I choose a dress, she says, no, I'm going to wear a jacket. No, I say no, Aline. Today, it's a dress.' In an age where representation matters more than ever, Aline and Alice stand as radiant symbols not just of women in sport, but of what happens when discipline dances with passion, when family fuels ambition, and when dreams, though born in quiet corners, echo across continents. Their unique pairing often means they are assigned to matches together, something both find comforting and empowering. 'That's the advantage for us,' Alice said. 'We play the same matches, we travel together.' To young girls who believe the field belongs only to men, Alice has this to say: 'Refereeing is not only for men. We are women, and we are here. You can earn a living. You can buy a house. You can help orphans. You can do everything. The field is yours. For us, refereeing is life.' As they take to the field over the course of the WAFCON and beyond, they represent the unique African woman's trait of tenacity and sheer determination. Rwandan Pride. Aline and Alice. Not for Self, But for Others – A Life of Service, Sacrifice and Higher Calling. Aline and Alice will officiate in the Algeria Vs. Ghana Quarter-Finals match on Saturday, 19 July at 16:00 GMT Further Inquiries: communications@ CAF | Communication Department
CAF
19-07-2025
- Sport
- CAF
A synergy of wits & bold calls: The Twin Referees at WAFCON 2024
Rwandan pride Aline and Alice Umutoni flying high at WAFCON 2024 Former footballers now turning heads as Referees Pair building legacy to inspire generations Football does more than meets the eye. The stories behind every whistle and call are steeped in beautiful tales that stick like glue, and age like fine wine. At the ongoing TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, two women from Rwanda have not just stuck as a pair, they've added layers of allure and feel that is striking. Twins Aline and Alice Umutesi are living the dream and mirror intentional synergy, strength and sisterhood. In the quiet valleys and green hills of Rwanda, where resilience echoes in every breath and every heartbeat tells a story of rebirth, these two sisters have risen. Theirs is a tale of storied grace, grit and glory. Their dominance, is not merely reflections of each other, but as beacons of hope. Aline and Alice are not just twins by birth, but twin flames in the world of African football officiating, dominating a sport that few decades ago was a no-go-area for women. Their journey began on familiar fields, laced with childhood dreams and teenage tenacity. 'I remember when we were just in Germany with the national team,' Aline recalls, her voice a nostalgic brushstroke on the canvas of memory. What was once a playground became a proving ground; what started as a love for the game transformed into a deep vocation to interpret, protect, and elevate it. Their roles are distinct yet complementary, Aline, the central referee, presiding with poised authority; Alice, the assistant referee, scanning every inch of the pitch with an eagle eye and unwavering discipline. 'Yes, our styles are different,' Alice affirms. 'She's in the center. I'm on the flank. But we move with the same heart.' The two have always shared more than just DNA. Their journey into football officiating wasn't just a career choice, it was a reflection of their bond. 'Because we are real twins, if she likes something, I have to like it too. It's mandatory,' said Aline, with a laugh that punctuates their sibling dynamic. But sharing the same ambition also required compromise. Initially, both trained as central referees until their Coach Mbake offered them advice that would later prove useful. 'He told us, 'Alice, if you stay as a referee, and Aline also stays as a referee, it's as if you are competing,'' Alice recalled. 'So we decided Aline would stay as central referee, and I'd work as an assistant.' That decision wasn't just practical, it aligned with their personalities. 'I chose to be the central referee because I'm bossy. Secondly, I'm responsible. I like to make decisions,' said Aline. Alice quickly adds, 'But you're a little shy', to which Aline replied: 'I'm not shy on the pitch.' The pair add that given the nature of football, they've had to make room for critcism as that was the only way they could grow. 'Of course we criticize each other,' Alice admits 'That's how we grow. That's how we get better.' Aline agrees, unapologetically candid: 'We tell each other the truth. And when the truth brings change, we embrace it. Then life goes on.' '…If you work according to the law,' Alice says firmly, 'you stay strong and keep working. That's it.' 'Her mistakes are my mistakes,' said Alice. 'So if she makes mistakes, I have to criticize her to correct her next time. It's for our own good.' Aline nodded in agreement. The two carry Rwanda proudly on their shoulders, not as a cross to bear, but as a beautiful badge of honour. As the only set of twin referees in a major continental tournament in recent memory, they represent a profound national and symbolic significance. 'It's good when you represent your country,' said Aline. 'So we're very proud to represent Rwanda.' 'To represent your country as twins,' Alice says, 'is a pleasure. We are very, very proud.' And they've earned that pride. Aline's greatest moment? Standing tall at the TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON, Morocco 2024, officiating a match between Botswana and Nigeria. 'There were so many actions,' she reflects. 'But we managed. And I was very happy.' But behind the polished boots and sharp whistles is a story of transition and transformation. Before refereeing, they were players. And when their days with the ball at their feet began to fade, they chose not to walk away but to launch deeper into football – a love affair that is unwavering. 'In life, you must have a goal,' Aline explains. 'Ours was to stay in football. So we trained, we committed. And now, we are here.' 'At first, we just had the goal to work, to get far, to stay in the field of sport. That's why we worked a lot, we did a lot of training. And here we are today,' Alice re-echoed Aline's thoughts. Off the pitch, their personalities blossom in simpler expressions. On a good day, when the whistles are silent and the pressure momentarily subsides, their sense of fashion is evident; the pair love dresses, the flowing and elegant type that allows them to be as expressive as they can. 'From the top down,' Alice says, 'it's about what one wants to have. 'But there are times when I choose a dress, she says, no, I'm going to wear a jacket. No, I say no, Aline. Today, it's a dress.' In an age where representation matters more than ever, Aline and Alice stand as radiant symbols not just of women in sport, but of what happens when discipline dances with passion, when family fuels ambition, and when dreams, though born in quiet corners, echo across continents. Their unique pairing often means they are assigned to matches together, something both find comforting and empowering. 'That's the advantage for us,' Alice said. 'We play the same matches, we travel together.' To young girls who believe the field belongs only to men, Alice has this to say: 'Refereeing is not only for men. We are women, and we are here. You can earn a living. You can buy a house. You can help orphans. You can do everything. The field is yours. For us, Refereeing is life.' As they take to the field over the course of the WAFCON and beyond, they represent the unique African woman's trait of tenacity and sheer determination. Rwandan Pride. Aline and Alice. Not for Self, But for Others – A Life of Service, Sacrifice and Higher Calling. Aline and Alice will officiate in the Algeria Vs. Ghana Quarter-Finals match on Saturday, 19 July at 16:00 GMT Further Inquiries: communications@ CAF | Communication Department
