September 11
Rwanda: RwandAir Cancels Flights to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Amid Strike
RwandAir has cancelled flights bound for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on September 11, due to a strike at the Kenyan airport, the national carrier announced on the… Read more »
Rwanda: New Record Set As 45th Fide Chess Olympiad Kicks Off in Budapest
The 45th International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad officially commenced in Budapest on Tuesday, September 10, setting a new record with 193 teams in the Open section and… Read more »
Nigeria/Rwanda: Nigeria Coach Steps Down After Amavubi Draw
Nigeria caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has announced that he won't be in the dugout for the country's 2025 AFCON qualifying games against Libya in October. Read more »
East Africa: Kenya Bans Sugar Imports From Outside COMESA, EAC As Local Production Improves
Kenya on Tuesday, September 10, imposed a ban on sugar imports from outside the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the East African Community (EAC), two… Read more »
Africa: Rwanda Woos Investors to Inject $1.7bn Into Major Agriculture Opportunities At Concluded Africa Food Systems Forum
From avocado to chilli, to poultry, Rwanda has highlighted major agricultural and livestock opportunities that need over $1.68 billion in investment, with greater potential… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandans Urged to Double Efforts in Combating Rising Air Pollution
Industrial emissions, vehicle exhausts, and poor waste management--such as biomass burning--are driving an increase in air pollutants, according to the Minister of Environment,… Read more »
September 10
Rwanda: Rwanda Eyes $2bn in Annual Mineral Export Earnings By 2029
The Rwandan government has set a target of about $2.2 billion in annual mineral exports by 2029, up from $1.1 billion generated in 2023. Read more »
Rwanda: NST2 Will Only Succeed If We All Own It - Let's Do the Needful
The Prime Minister on Monday, September 8 tabled before parliament the second National Strategy for Transformation (NST2), following its approval by cabinet last month. Read more »
September 09
Rwanda: Nesa to Decide On School Placement Petitions
The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) has announced that it will start responding to petitions from students who requested for changes in school… Read more »
Rwanda: PM Ngirente to Present Govt's Five-Year Development Strategy to Parliament
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente is set to present the government's Second National Strategy for Transformation (NST2), to a joint session of Parliament, on September 9. Read more »
Rwanda: Rib Parades 45 Mobile Money Fraud Suspects
Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), on Monday, September 9, paraded 45 individuals suspected of stealing money through mobile money platforms, using fraudulent techniques, including… Read more »
Rwanda/Nigeria: Afcon 2025 Qualifiers - Super Eagles Jet in Ahead of Rwanda Clash
Nigeria's Super Eagles arrived in Kigali on Sunday evening ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday two encounter against Rwanda at Amahoro Stadium on Tuesday,… Read more »
Rwanda: HIV Prevalence Among People Who Use Drugs Is Three Times Higher - Study
The HIV prevalence among individuals who inject drugs is at 9%--three times higher than the 3% rate in the general population, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
September 08
Rwanda: City of Kigali Names Disaster Hotspots As Rainy Season Starts
The City of Kigali has identified key disaster hotspots as part of its strategy to avert losses as heavy rains are expected this month. Read more »
Uganda: Four Key Issues Kampala Declaration Should Consider for Agri-Food Systems
In January 2025, Uganda will host a crucial meeting to adopt a strategy and action plan for the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) post-Malabo… Read more »
Rwanda: Thousands of Students Return to School Amid Mpox Precautions
As students headed back to school for the beginning of the 2024-2025 academic year, health measures have in place to ensure a safe return amidst the mpox outbreak. Read more »
Rwanda/Nigeria: What Can Rwanda Do to Beat the Super Eagles?
Rwanda will host Nigeria at Amahoro Stadium on Tuesday, September 10, in Match day two of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Bold New Mining Law Sets Stage for Mineral Boom
Rwanda's mining industry has long been a pillar of its economic growth, and recent figures underscore its significance. In 2023, the sector generated more than $1.1 billion, up… Read more »
September 04
Rwanda: Long-Awaited Driving Tests Using Automatic Transmission Vehicles to Begin Monday
Rwanda National Police (RNP) Department of Testing and Licensing has announced that driving tests using automatic transmission vehicles will begin on Monday, September 9. Read more »
Rwanda: Sacred Love - A Love Story Drawn From a Global Perspective
Rwandan movie enthusiasts are bracing for the upcoming release of "Sacred Love," a film that not only entertains but also educates, challenging viewers to rethink their… Read more »
Rwanda: 10 Things to Know About Green City Kigali Project
The City of Kigali on Tuesday, September 3, announced the completion of the graphic design of the "Green City Kigali" project, which will be built in Kinyinya Sector, beginning in… Read more »
Rwanda: Is Eating Healthy, Nutritious Foods Becoming a Costly Affair?
As the world convenes in Rwanda for the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) to discuss practical ways of transforming African food systems by unleashing their full potential, one… Read more »
Rwanda: Kayumba Retires From Professional Football At 31
Defender Soter Kayumba has called time on professional football at the age of 31. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Troops Renovate Mozambican School
The Rwandan Security Forces (RSF)in Mozambique, through Task Force Battle Group 3, on Wednesday, September 4, handed over five renovated classrooms to Nacololo Primary School in… Read more »
Rwanda: How Empowering Police Officers Amplifies Breast Cancer Awareness Campaigns
The recent opportunity to engage with 500 policewomen and men in Rwanda was not just a breakthrough for BCIEA's awareness campaign, but a significant amplification of our core… Read more »