Southern Africa: SADC to Deploy Troops to DR Congo in September

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has agreed to send troops to eastern DR Congo by the end of September 2023. Read more »

Rwanda: Expert Calls for Independent Fire Safety Regulatory Authority

Rwanda needs an independent fire safety regulatory authority solely responsible for dealing with firefighting and prevention, according to Ignatius Mugabo, a fire safety expert. Read more »

Rwanda: Argentine Think Tank, Rwanda Peace Academy Explore Partnership

A delegation from Fundación Meridiano, an Argentine think tank specializing in analyzing international processes and identifying opportunities for Argentina's national… Read more »

Rwanda: Children Are Collateral Damage as DNA Paternity Tests Rise

As the frequency of DNA paternity tests surges, an Umbrella Human Rights Organization (CLADHO) has issued a stark warning, highlighting the potential risks faced by children in the… Read more »

Rwanda/Uganda: She-Amavubi Skipper Nibagwire Eyes Victory Over Uganda

Rwanda women skipper Sifa Gloria Nibagwire has said that she and her teammates are well poised to beat Uganda ahead of Wednesday's first leg clash of the Paris 2024 Games… Read more »

Rwanda: Public Transport Set for Boost as New Buses Arrive

Five State-of-the-art buses have arrived as part of the measures to address the issues faced by commuters in public transportation and ensure the smooth functioning of the system.… Read more »

Rwanda: How Agaciro-Funded Firm Has Changed the Fortunes of Kirehe, Ngoma Rice Farmers

Donat Twizeyimana, a farmer who lives in Gatore sector in Kirehe District, started growing rice on a small piece of family land at the age of 18. Read more »

Rwanda: Vehicle Destroyed, Three Others Damaged in Gatsata Fire

Fire engulfed one car and slightly damaged three others in an area called 'mu Cyerekezo garage' in Gatsata sector, Gasabo District, on July 11. Read more »

Rwanda: Properties Worth Rwf235 Million Damaged By Fires - Police

The fire outbreaks that affected three different locations in the City of Kigali on Tuesday, July 11 damaged properties valued at Rwf235 million, according to preliminary… Read more »

Rwanda: UN Chief Condemns Attack That Killed Rwandan Peacekeeper

The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has condemned an attack on the UN mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) on Monday, July 10, in which left one… Read more »

Rwanda: Property Worth Rwf200 Million Lost in Kimironko Fire

Losses incurred by businesses gutted by an inferno in Zindiro, Kimironko Sector in Gasabo District in the wee hours of Tuesday are estimated at Rwf200 million, The New Times has… Read more »

Rwanda: Ubumuntu Arts Festival Returns Bigger and Better

The Ubumuntu Arts Festival is giving new meaning to the age-old adage, "The tongue has power." Read more »

Rwanda: Youth Minister Tips Diaspora Youth on Patriotism, Investment Opportunities

The Minister for Youth, Abdallah Utumatwishima has urged over 60 diaspora youth, who are on a transformative two-week tour of Rwanda, to be patriotic and embrace Rwanda's heritage,… Read more »

Rwanda: Army Mourns Fallen Peacekeeper

The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) says it is "deeply saddened" by the death of a peacekeeper serving under the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the… Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwanda's Interests in the Caribbean is Fuelling South-South Cooperation

Of late, Rwanda has continuously expressed interest in strengthening bilateral ties with the Caribbean region, drawing from the common history and development ambitions they share. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Peacekeeper Killed in Central African Republic

A Rwandan soldier operating under the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) was killed on Monday July 10, when unidentified gunmen opened… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Secures U.S.$20 Million for Kamonyi Electricity Network

Rwanda has signed an agreement with the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) for a concessional development loan of USD 20 million (approximately Rwf 23.3 billion) to finance the… Read more »

Rwanda: Vatican Plans to Canonise Rwandan Nuns Slain in Yemen

Two Rwandan nuns who were tragically murdered in Yemen are set to be made cannonised as saints, according to an announcement by Pope Francis. Read more »

Rwanda: Free Agent Sugira Opens Up On Next Move

Star striker Ernest Sugira has hinted on his next move after ending his contract with Syrian club Al Wahda. Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwanda's Interest in the Caribbean Is Helping Fuel South-South Ties

Of late, Rwanda has continuously expressed interest in strengthening bilateral ties with the Caribbean region, drawing from the common history and development ambitions they share. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda's Consumer Prices Rise to 13.7% in June

Rwanda's consumer prices increased by 13.7 per cent in June, at a decelerating pace from 14.1 per cent recorded in May. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Envoy Honours U.S. Army General

Rwanda's Ambassador to the United States, Mathilde Mukantabana, on July 9 honored Major General Daryl Bohac, a retiring United States general, for his instrumental role in… Read more »

Rwanda: Fire Guts Kimironko Woodshops

Fire broke out at the woodshops located in Zindiro, Kimironko in Gasabo District in the early hours of Tuesday, July 11. Read more »

Rwanda: We Must Give Rwanda-UK Partnership a Chance to Work, Says Senior UK Lawmaker

People can make objections to the Rwanda-UK Migration and Economic Development Partnership, and they can point out legal complications with it, but they don't have a plan of their… Read more »

Rwanda: Gasogi United Signs Three Players

Gasogi United has signed three new players as club beef up squad ahead of the 2023/24 season. Read more »