May 03, 2023
Rwanda: Auditor General Names Public Entities That Could Lose Tens of Billions in Court Battles
The Rwanda Energy Group (REG), and the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), are among public entities which are battling court cases in which the plaintiffs seek Rwf38 billion,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Mineral Exports Fetch Over U.S.$240 Million in First Quarter of 2023
Rwanda's mineral exports fetched USD 247,480,699 in the first quarter of 2023 (January to March), according to the Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB). Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Showcases Tourism Offerings at Dubai Expo
Rwanda is showcasing its tourism offerings at the 30th Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from May 1 to 4. Read more »
Rwanda: Kiziguro Hospital Decries Shortage of Gynaecologists
Kiziguro Hospital, located in Gatsibo district, is facing a shortage of gynaecologists, which has affected the delivery of services in the hospital. Read more »
Rwanda: Pope Francis Dismisses Rwandan Priest Munyeshyaka Who Was Convicted for Genocide
Pope Francis has dismissed from the clerical duties, Wenceslas Munyeshyaka, a Rwandan priest who is a key mastermind of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali Public Bus Capacity is Decreasing as Population Rises - Auditor General
The public transport bus capacity in the City of Kigali has reduced, yet the population of the City is on the rise, which limits the availability of transport means for passengers,… Read more »
May 02, 2023
Rwanda: BAL Announces Ticket Prices for Playoffs in Kigali
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) on Tuesday, May 2, announced that ticket sales for playoffs and finals of the 2023 edition are now open. Read more »
May 03, 2023
Rwanda: Up-Close With Kayonza Women Who Make Balls That Got Global Attention
During the 63rd FIFA Congress which was held in March, many will remember Gianni Infantino, President of the world football governing body, talking passionately about a ball made… Read more »
Rwanda: African Institute for Mathematical Sciences to Roll Out Master's, PhD Programmes in Malaria Modelling
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences-Next Einstein Initiative (AIMS NEI) and the Malaria Modelling for Sustainable Public Health Policies in Africa (MaModAfrica)… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Needs U.S.$76 Million to Implement New Artificial Intelligence Policy
The national Artificial Intelligence policy, approved recently by the cabinet, will require a total investment of $76.5 million over the next five years, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
Rwanda: Projects Worth Over Rwf640 Billion Delayed, Unlawful Expenditures Double - Auditor General
The Auditor General Alexis Kamuhire has said that the execution of 55 project contracts worth Rwf644 billion were delayed in 2022, indicating that the value of the delayed projects… Read more »
May 04, 2023
Rwanda: Amagaju Beat Gicumbi in Race for Topflight Promotion
Amagaju FC recovered from Saturday's 1-0 away loss to Etoile de l'Est to snatch a 2-1 victory over Gicumbi FC at Nyagisenyi Stadium on Wednesday to move to the second place of the… Read more »
May 03, 2023
Rwanda: Why Rwanda is Fast Becoming a Home for Tennis
Just like other sports, Rwanda is increasingly establishing itself as a hub for international tennis events as the country continues to win the vote of confidence from the… Read more »
Rwanda: Water Shortage Threat As Treatment Plants Are Hit By Floods
Four water treatment plants across the country have halted operations after river flooding polluted the sources of the water they use. Read more »
Rwanda: Flood Response - Local Government Orders Urgent Relocation From High Risk Zones
Local government minister, Jean Claude Musabyimana, on Wednesday evening while speaking on Public broadcaster, urged residents in identified high risk zones to urgently relocate to… Read more »
Rwanda: Flood Disaster - Kagame Says 'Personally Following Up' On Response Effort
President Paul Kagame on Wednesday afternoon consoled the families of the victims of the landslides and floods caused by heavy rains in the Western, Northern and Southern Provinces… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Expresses Solidarity With Victims of Heavy Rains
President Paul Kagame on Wednesday, May 3, expressed solidarity with families of victims who lost their lives after heavy rains caused floods and landslides in Western, Northern… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Sets Up Command Centre to Coordinate Flood Disaster Interventions
The government has set up a command centre to coordinate operations to respond to flood disaster effects in Western and Northern provinces. Read more »
Rwanda: Rayon, Police to Observe a Minute of Silence in Honour of Flood Victims
Rayon Sports and Police FC will observe a minute of silence in honour of over 100 people who have died, following the night of heavy rains that caused flooding and landslides in… Read more »
Rwanda: Over 100 Dead As Rain Ravages Northern, Western Provinces
At least 109 people have been confirmed dead following the night of heavy rains that caused flooding and landslides in Western and Northern provinces, according to officials. Read more »
May 02, 2023
Rwanda: Moshions' Turahirwa Case Goes to Prosecution
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) on May 2, submitted to the prosecution the case file of Moses Turahirwa, the founder of Moshions, a renowned fashion house in Rwanda, for… Read more »
Rwanda: Congolese Rwandophones and Their Land Are Two Sides of Same Coin - Says Scholar
Rwandan Scholar, Prof. Jean-Pierre Karegeye was recently interviewed by French media outlet TV5Monde about the borders between the DR Congo and Rwanda in the context of President… Read more »
Rwanda: Hopes Fade Two Weeks After Rescue Efforts in Huye Mine Collapse Began
Two weeks have passed since six people, including three students, got trapped in the tunnels of a mine in Huye District, but no single rescue has been registered so far. Read more »
Rwanda: Father Ntivuguruzwa Appointed New Bishop of Kabgayi Diocese
Father Balthazar Ntivuguruzwa has been appointed as the new Bishop of Kabgayi Diocese succeeding Bishop Smaragde Mbonyintege who has gone into retirement, according to an… Read more »
Rwanda: Players Face Sack at Gasogi Over Match-Fixing
Gasogi United president and proprietor Charles Nkuriza Kakooza, commonly known as KNC, has dropped the bombshell that there are players in his team who have been fixing matches… Read more »