Rwanda: What Has Changed Five Months After Private Vets Took Over Livestock Services

Cattle farmers in Nyamasheke District, the first district to implement Veterinary Sanitary Mandate scheme, have praised the initiative for helping to streamline access to… Read more »

Rwanda: Genocide - French Court Upholds Philippe Hategekimana's Life Sentence

The Court of Appeal in France on Tuesday, December 17, upheld the life sentence for Philippe Hategekimana, alias Biguma, a former deputy commander of the Gendarmerie in Rwanda, for… Read more »

Rwanda: Kayonza - How Irrigated Fruit Farming Transformed Livelihoods in a Drought Prone Region

After nearly five years of dedicated effort, residents of Kayonza District are celebrating the fruits of their labour. The community has transitioned from subsistence farming to… Read more »

Rwanda: Move Afrika 2025 - Five Fascinating Facts About John Legend

Acclaimed American producer and artiste John Legend was Tuesday, December 17, announced as the headliner of the second edition of Move Afrika tour during which he will stage two… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda's First Multiparty Politics Reflected Divisions of Late Colonial Period

Rwanda's colonial history is one marred with ambivalences. It is one of the worst socio-economic realities. Its philosophy was based on divide and rule. The indivisible Rwandan… Read more »

Rwanda: New WHO Academy Key in Boosting Health Workers' Capacity - Kagame

President Paul Kagame has said that the newly launched World Health Organization (WHO) Academy in France will be instrumental in providing better learning opportunities for… Read more »

Rwanda: John Legend to Headline Move Afrika 2025 in Kigali, Lagos

Multi-award-winning American artiste and producer John Legend, popularly known for his hit song 'All of Me', is set to headline the Move Africa tour both in Kigali and Lagos in… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Moves to Combat Tech-Facilitated GBV

Rwanda has launched a campaign to combat technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV), a growing global issue that extremely affects women and girls. Read more »

Rwanda: Covid, Mpox, Bird Flu, Marburg - Why Viruses Jump From Animals to Humans

As the world continues to grapple with the aftermath of Covid-19 and Marburg virus disease (MVD), scientists are increasingly alarmed by the growing threat of zoonotic… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandair Training Programme Targets 20 Pilots

The national carrier RwandAir's new training programme targets to produce 20 pilots in two years, The New Times has learnt. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda, UAE State Firm Sign Deal On Automotive Industry Development

A new partnership that focuses on developing Rwanda's automotive industry by establishing a centralised service centre for maintenance, repairs, remanufacturing, and parts… Read more »

Rwanda: Outsourcing Security Solutions Will Not Pacify Congo's East, and Kinshasa Must Change Stance

The Democratic Republic of Congo's persistent reliance on foreign mercenaries and other outfits to address its security challenges is a deeply concerning trend that will only… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda's F1 Grand Prix Bid Is Worth It - South Africa's Robert Marawa

President Paul Kagame on Friday, December 13, announced that Rwanda formally submitted bid to host the Formula One Grand Prix during the FIA General Assembly in Kigali. Read more »

Rwanda: Govt Mulls New Model to Safeguard Giciye Power Plants From Floods

The Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB) plans to implement the Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) model to protect hydropower plants in the Giciye River catchment from flooding… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda, Steve Harvey Ink Tourism, Investment Deal

The government of Rwanda and American comedian and television host Steve Harvey's company BILT LLC, on Monday, December 16, signed an agreement to promote tourism and investment in… Read more »

Rwanda: Steve Harvey Eyes Rwandan Youth Talent in Proposed Investments

Popular American comedian and TV host, Steve Harvey said he is exploring investment opportunities in Rwanda, aiming to create jobs, particularly for the youth. Harvey, 67, has… Read more »

Africa: Africa's Airline Industry Forecast to Generate $200m Profit in 2025

The airline industry in Africa is expected to generate $200m net profit in 2025, an increase from an estimated $0.1 billion in 2024, according to the latest report by the… Read more »

Rwanda: IMF Approves $182 Million to Rwanda

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said it has approved $181.7 million in new funds to Rwanda after its executive board concluded reviews of the country's support programmes. Read more »

Rwanda: Chriss Eazy, Meddy and Platini P Thrill Rwandan Diaspora in Europe, America

On Saturday, December 14, three prominent Rwandan musicians used their unique talents to connect with their audiences in the diaspora, with powerful performances at their… Read more »

Rwanda: EPD, BK Foundation Light 141 Households With Solar Systems

Energy Private Developers (EPD) and BK Foundation have distributed solar power systems and improved cookstoves to 141 households in Nyanza and Ruhango districts. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda On Track to Meet Global Malaria Reduction Targets By 2025 - WHO Report

Rwanda is on course to achieve the World Health Organisation's (WHO) Global Technical Strategy target of a 75 per cent reduction in malaria incidence by 2025, according to the 2024… Read more »

Angola: Tshisekedi On His Way to Luanda for Miracles

In a country where the political stage often doubles as a circus tent, December 2024 began with President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Says Rwanda's Bid to Host Formula 1 Grand Prix 'Progressing Well'

Rwanda is pushing ahead with its bid to host the Formula 1 Grand Prix and there's "good progress in discussions," President Paul Kagame has said. Read more »

Rwanda: RPL - Rating Teams' Chances As Title Race Takes Shape

After 12 weeks of action in the 2024/25 Rwanda Premier League (RPL) season, the title fight has taken shape as top teams are continuing to position themselves for a major battle… Read more »

Rwanda: Hosting International Events Can Unlock Rwanda's Socio-Economic, Sporting Opportunities

Rwanda continues to solidify its position as a hub for sports and events tourism by hosting some of the world's most prestigious gatherings, such as the 2024 FIA General Assembly… Read more »