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Paul Myers

Fans' petition to end PSG sponsorship deal with Rwanda nears 70,000 signatures

Paris Saint-Germain stars such as Kylian Mbappé (back) and Neymar (right) have worn the "Visit Rwanda" shirts during their time at the Ligue 1 club. AFP - FRANCK FIFE

A petition calling on top executives at Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain to end their "Visit Rwanda" sponsorship deal with Rwanda's development board on Sunday passed the 66,000 mark.

Launched on 27 January as fighting between Rwandan-backed M23 forces and government troops intensified in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, the petition claimed the deal to promote tourism in Rwanda was no longer compatible with the club's stance on human rights and peace.

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