Rwanda: Nyabugogo Bus Terminal to Get $100 Million Facelift

Revamping Nyabugogo bus terminal is set to commence in 2025 and be completed in 2027 at a cost of between $100 million and $150 million, Emma-Claudine Ntirenganya, the City of… Read more »

Rwanda: WHO Allocates $1m to Combat Mpox Outbreak, Announces Further Support

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released $1 million from its contingency fund for emergencies to enhance the global response to mpox. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Suspends Beryllium Exportation Amidst Cases of Illegal Mining

The Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB) has announced the suspension of beryllium exportation, citing cases of illegal mining and associated unrest and conflicts. Read more »

Rwanda: Amapiano Fever - How Kigali Became a Magnet for Global DJs, Artists

Eight months into 2024, Rwanda's entertainment industry is thriving, drawing global celebrities to Kigali for exciting weekend events. Read more »

Rwanda: Ten Things to Know About Rwanda's Senatorial Polls

Rwanda is gearing up for senatorial elections in September, where 12 Senators will be elected by national administrative entities, along with two Senators representing universities… Read more »

South Africa: Ramaphosa to Meet Lourenco Over DR Congo Crisis

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to travel to Angola to meet with his counterpart Joao Lourenço, on Thursday, August 8, on a working visit which will… Read more »

Rwanda: Tshisekedi Accuses Kabila of 'Planning an Insurrection'

DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has accused his predecessor Joseph Kabila of "preparing an insurrection," saying he was behind a new rebel movement founded in Kenya in December… Read more »

Rwanda: DR Congo Leader's Rhetoric and Its Consequences

President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has often portrayed himself as a staunch defender of national sovereignty and an uncompromising patriot. Read more »

Rwanda: Mbonyi Welcomed With Pomp in Nairobi Ahead of Saturday Concert

Rwandan gospel musician Israel Mbonyicyambu, known as Israel Mbonyi, arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday, August 7, where he received a warm welcome ahead of his first… Read more »

Rwanda: 18 Genocide Victims' Bodies Found in IPRC - Karongi

Eighteen bodies believed to be of the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi were on Monday, August 5, found around IPRC-Karongi, in Bwishyura Sector, Karongi District. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Secures $39m to Restore Congo-Nile Divide

Planned activities to restore the Congo-Nile Divide region are expected to kick off this month, following a $39.1 million grant secured by the government to curb deforestation… Read more »

Rwanda: M23 Rebels Want Ongoing Ceasefire to 'Open Door to Dialogue'

The M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo say they are observing a ceasefire that took effect on Monday, August 5, with "hope that it is going to open the door to direct dialogue" with… Read more »

Rwanda: Climate-Resilient Assets Improve Food Security in Rutsiro

Farmers in Rutsiro District are witnessing high agricultural productivity following the construction of terraces and restoration of marshlands as climate-resilient assets aligned… Read more »

Rwanda: Requirements for Faith-Based Organisations - Interfaith Council Leader Says Churches 'Knew What to Do'

In the ongoing nationwide inspection, the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) and other government agencies have closed over 5,600 places of worship, including 100 cave churches over… Read more »

Rwanda: What Can Rwanda Do to Reduce Its Trade Deficit?

Experts say that Rwanda should invest more in the services sector to increase foreign capital inflows and put more efforts in export diversification in order to reduce the… Read more »

Rwanda: The Persistence of the Hutu-Power Movement and Its Implications for Rwanda

The Hutu Power movement, despite its well-known role in the horrific 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, has not disappeared. Instead, it has metamorphosed into a stealthier… Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwanda Can Attract More Renewable Energy Investments

Rwanda boasts abundant sunlight, wind, and geothermal resources, but like many African nations, faces hurdles in harnessing clean energy. Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Over 90 DR Congo Police Officers With Guns, Ammo Flee to Uganda As Fighting Intensifies

Nearly 100 police officers from DR Congo fled to neighbouring Uganda over the weekend as fighting between M23 rebels and the military in DR Congo's east intensified, a Ugandan… Read more »

Rwanda: Over 5,600 Churches Shut Down Over Non-Compliance

More than 5,600 places of worship deemed to be operating illegally - including 100 cave churches - have been closed down over the last week over failure to comply with the law… Read more »

Rwanda: Mchezo-Sponsored Taekwondo Star Eyes Olympic Glory

Mchezo, a Rwanda-based company focused on sports and talent development as well as responsible gaming, has been pivotal in supporting Michelle Tau, a Mosotho Taekwondo athlete who… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda to Export Plasma in Strategic Medical Move

Rwanda is set to export plasma as the country seeks to address the cost it incurs on the production and disposal of excess amounts of this blood component, as well as get derived… Read more »

Rwanda: Basketball - Women's National Team Lines-Up Friendly Games Against Mali

The national women's basketball team will play two friendly games against Mali in preparation for the preliminary qualifiers of the World Cup that will take place in Kigali from… Read more »

Rwanda: American Pastor Voddie Baucham Expected in Kigali

Renowned American pastor and author Voddie Baucham is set to arrive in Kigali on Sunday, July 4, to preach and engage in various activities. Read more »

Rwanda: Dylan Maes Reveals Interest From Bulgaria

Rwandan international Dylan Georges Maes has revealed that he could leave Latvian top tier side FS Jelgava when his contract expires on November 30. Read more »

Rwanda: Volleyball - APR Women Seek to Retain Kavc Memorial Tourney

APR women volleyball club will be out to defend the KAVC International Memorial Volleyball tournament, which gets underway on Friday and ends on Sunday in Uganda. Read more »