August 30, 2023
Rwanda: Kagame Meets Operation Smile Boss
President Paul Kagame, on Wednesday, August 30, met with Kathy Magee, the President and CEO of Operation Smile, a global non-profit that works to increase access to safe surgery… Read more »
Rwanda: Nyirimana Joins Newcomers Kepler As Head Coach
Newcomers Kepler Volleyball Club have appointed Fidèle Nyirimana as their new head coach on a one-year deal. Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Approves Retirement of 12 Generals
President Paul Kagame has approved the retirement of 12 Generals and several officers including those whose contracts of duty ended and others who leave the army on medical… Read more »
Rwanda: RBC Introduces Guide to Early Detection of Disabilities
The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) in partnership with the Umbrella Organization of Persons with Disabilities in the fight against HIV and Promotion (UPHLS) have introduced five… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Ranks 6th in Wildlife Conservation in Africa
Rwanda has been named 6th in Africa for wildlife conservation, attaining a score of 56.7 percent, according to the Wildlife Economy Investment Index report. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda National Police Gets New Spokesperson
Assistant Commissioner of Police Boniface Rutikanga has been appointed as Commissioner for Public Relations and Media of Rwanda National Police, RNP announced on Wednesday, August… Read more »
Rwanda: Commissioner of Police Kabera Redeployed to New Role as Police Get New Spokesperson
Commissioner of Police John Bosco Kabera has been appointed as Rwanda National Police (RNP)'s Commissioner for Infrastructure Security and Private Security Providers. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 30 Bodies Exhumed From Amahoro Stadium
Remains of 32 people have been exhumed from the construction site of Amahoro Stadium in the past two weeks, local authorities have said. Read more »
Rwanda: Mugunga Unveiled as Kiyovu Sports New Signing
Kiyovu Sports have announced the signing of striker Yves Mugunga after completing a permanent move from APR FC. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Progressive Legislation on Labour Shows Focused Commitment to Quality of Life
Rwanda's Vision 2050, otherwise known as 'the Rwanda We Want" which articulates the country's strategic direction in the coming decades, has one major underlying goal; improving… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Names New Rwanda Defence Force Division Commanders
President Paul Kagame has appointed new division commanders of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF). Read more »
August 29, 2023
Rwanda: RDB Releases New Night-Time Regulations
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has released new regulations on night-time activities including commercial entertainment and businesses that serve alcoholic beverages. Read more »
August 30, 2023
Rwanda: Mike Kayihura, Alyn Sano, Kivumbi to Perform at Blankets & Wine Kigali
Organisers of the famous Blankets & Wine slated for September 3, at Canal Olympia, Rebero have announced that the much anticipated show will feature a diverse lineup of… Read more »
August 29, 2023
Rwanda: Faces of Baby Gorillas to Be Named Unveiled
The annual gorilla naming ceremony is slated for September 1 and will see 23 baby mountain gorillas born in the last 12 months named. Read more »
Rwanda: Unpacking Rwanda's Plan to Become a Medical Tourism Hub
Besides achieving Universal Healthcare Coverage for all citizens, Rwanda has an ambitious target of becoming a medical tourism hub where people from various parts of the continent… Read more »
Rwanda: Bruce Melodie Refutes Rumours of Leaving 1:55am Record Label
Renowned Rwandan musician, Bruce Itahiwacu, popularly known as Bruce Melodie, has said that he is still part of 1:55 AM record label and that he has no plans of parting ways with… Read more »
Rwanda: New Envoys Pledge to Deepen Trade Ties
New envoys from different countries have expressed their commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation with Rwanda in various sectors, including ICT, agriculture, artificial… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Choice of FC Bayern is 'A Strategic Match for Tourism and Sports Growth'
The rationale behind Rwanda's decision to collaborate with FC Bayern Munich was a well-calculated and multifaceted move that will see Rwanda's football and tourism industries grow… Read more »
Rwanda: German Trained Coaches on How Bayern Academy Will Impact Football in Rwanda
With the proposed Bayern Munich academy coming to Rwanda, local coaches who know a thing or two about German football have said it is a good move that can make an impact on the… Read more »
Rwanda: Sand Mining Business Thrives in Western Province
Sand extraction from the Sebeya and Giciye rivers, located in Rubavu and Nyabihu districts, has evolved into a thriving industry, capitalizing on the surging construction… Read more »
Rwanda: UK Minister Andrew Mitchell Expected in Rwanda
Andrew Mitchell, the United Kingdom's Minister of State for Development and Africa is expected in Rwanda on Thursday, August 31 for a three-day visit, the British High Commission… Read more »
Rwanda: Nyamasheke Mayor Dismissed
Nyamasheke District Council on August 28 dismissed Appolonie Mukamasabo from the position of mayor citing misconduct and failure to accomplish her duties. Read more »
August 28, 2023
Rwanda: Shaiboub's Strike Fires APR FC Past Police in Crunch Duel
Midfielder Sharaf Shaiboub scored the lone goal of the game as APR started their Rwanda Premier League title defense on a bright note with a narrow 1-0 win over Police FC in crunch… Read more »
Rwanda: Western Province Governor, Land Authority Boss Fired
President Paul Kagame has dropped François Habitegeko as Governor of Western Province and Espérance Mukamana who was Director General of the National Land Authority. Read more »
Rwanda: Agri-Business Experts on Need for Inclusive Workforce Recruitment
Agri-business players are urging fellow business people to prioritise hiring based on competence, rather than overlooking capable individuals living with disabilities. Those who… Read more »