November 26

• Rwanda: These Days, Dreadlocks Are for Convenience

  The emergence of dreadlocks in the mainstream, for both men and women and even children, is only a recent phenomenon. Not so long ago, they were the sole reserve of Rastafarians... Read more »

• Rwanda: Will Benitez Last the Distance? [column]

  With the rate at which Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is changing managers, I'm eager to see if Rafael Benitez can last the distance (by distance, I mean until the end of the... Read more »

• Rwanda: Lawmakers Question Minecofin Over Consolidated Financial Statement

  An official from the ministry of finance and economic planning has admitted that the introduction of the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) has presented some challenges... Read more »

• Rwanda: Road Safety - Let Us All Be Responsible [editorial]

  Last week, the police concluded their annual Road Safety Week. While in previous years they held the event in the middle of the year, this time they opted for November so they... Read more »

• Rwanda: Investment Code Under Review to Boost Tourism Sector

  Rwanda Development Board is in the process of reviewing the investment code for hospitality sector, a move tipped to spur infrastructure development and increase revenue from... Read more »

• Rwanda: A Golden Chance Missed

  Sometimes the best way of promoting a particular sport is by hosting a big international tournament. The 2009 CAF African Junior Championship was a turning point in Rwandan... Read more »

• Rwanda: Yes, Banking Sector Will Drive Growth in the Coming Years [opinion]

  Fiscal year 2011 was touted as one of the best in recent times for the banking sector in Rwanda, but 2012 promises even better returns. Read more »

• Rwanda: From Counting Notes to Playing Them

  While having a job in a bank might be the envy of many, to Marcel Mico it had become a chore - he enjoyed playing the piano much more. "I have always loved music ever since I was a... Read more »

• Rwanda: Respect of Traffic Rules Is Not Optional

  The annual Road Safety Week organized by the Rwanda National Police ended on Friday with a call to reduce traffic accidents. Read more »

• Rwanda: Yoghurt to the Rescue Against Candida

  One disease which is still the subject of a lot of misconceptions is candidiasis, better known as candida. Affecting mainly women, it is a fungal infection that often manifests... Read more »

• Rwanda: A Lot Yet to Be Done to Circumcise Two Million Men

  Although he has heard that circumcision could be beneficial, Elie Kananura, a farmer living in Nyamata sector, Bugesera district is not yet convinced he should undertake it. The... Read more »

November 25

• Rwanda: We Deserve a Decent Life - Kagame

  President Paul Kagame has called upon Rwandans to work hard so that they can get a better life without relying on other people's generosity. He made the call on Saturday joining... Read more »

November 24

• Rwanda: Tigo Rewards Social Entrepreneurs

  The telecommunication company Tigo in partnership with the non-profit organization Reach for Change on Friday announced the three overall winners of a young social entrepreneurs'... Read more »

• Rwanda: New State Minister Eugène-Richard Gasana Takes Oath

  "We are a small country but not small people" - Kagame Read more »

• Congo-Kinshasa: M23 Rebels Lose Sake to Government Forces

  Sources in the DRC town of Sake about 30 km out of Goma say that the M23 rebels have been chased out of the town which they had captured on Wednesday. Read more »

November 23

• Congo-Kinshasa: M23 Leader to Hold Talks with Ugandan President?

  Events are moving fast in DRC two days after M23 rebels captured Goma city in North Kivu. Read more »

• Rwanda: Rwanda to Host African Parliament Union Conference

  Rwanda is set to host the 61st Executive Committee Session and 35th African Parliament Union (APU) conference. Read more »

• Rwanda: A New Employment Promotion Initiative Launched

  The Ministry of Labor and Public Service (Mifotra) yesterday launched a new initiative dubbed "Kuremera program" meant to foster job creation among people who lack start up... Read more »

November 22

• Rwanda: Goma Residents Welcome New Authorities

  "Should we march to Kisangani?" Read more »

• Central Africa: Regional Ministers Call for International Force

  The United Nations Security Council yesterday voted to sanction leaders of M23 rebels, a day after it occupied the eastern city of Goma in the Democratic Republic Congo. The... Read more »

• Rwanda: Communities Essential to Reduce Child HIV Infections

  The fight against new HIV infections among children should aim at community ownership to achieve zero new infections. This was said by Dr Sabin Nsanzimana, the head of HIV and... Read more »

November 21

• Congo-Kinshasa: Goma Residents Return Home

  Security meeting scheduled later today in Goma Read more »

• Rwanda: Rwanda and One UN Launch a Joint Program for Sustainable Return and Reintegration of Rwandan Returnees

  The government of Rwanda and One UN yesterday launched a joint program to sustainably return and reintegrate Rwandan returnees. The move follows the implementation of the cessation... Read more »

• Rwanda: Birori Back in Amavubi Fold

  Amavubi head coach Milutin 'Micho' Sredojevic has recalled Dady Birori to his squad for this year's Cecafa Tusker Senior Challenge Cup which kicks off this Saturday in Kampala,... Read more »

• Rwanda: Mugesera's Case Resumes On December 17

  The High Court yesterday granted 26 days of delay to Leon Mugesera for comprehensive preparation of the trial against him before it starts in substance. Read more »