June 22, 2023
Rwanda: Religious Leaders in New Drive to Educate Youth on Sexual and Reproductive Health
Sexual and reproductive health challenges continue to affect the well-being of adolescents and youth in Rwanda. In an effort to address this issue, religious leaders joined forces… Read more »
East Africa: Lawmakers Push Law on EAC Refugee Management
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has said there is a need to expedite the adoption and implementation of the harmonised refugee management policy in the East African… Read more »
East Africa: EAC Countries Challenged on Meeting Agricultural Targets
With only two years remaining until the deadline set by the East African Community (EAC) Member States to end hunger in line with the continental agricultural development plan,… Read more »
June 21, 2023
Rwanda: Projects in Pipeline to Build 15,000 Affordable Houses Within Six Years
The projects that are in the pipeline could help have 15,000 affordable houses built within six years across the country, Rwanda Housing Authority (RHA) acting Director General,… Read more »
East Africa: EALA Passes Motion to Expedite EAC Single Currency
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) on Wednesday, June 21, passed, with amendments, the motion to urge the Council of Ministers and partner states to use local currencies… Read more »
June 22, 2023
Rwanda: Digital Transformation in Focus - Rwanda, Guinea Collaborate for ICT Advancements
Rwanda's delegation, led by the Rwanda Information Society Authority (RISA), recently took part in the Republic of Guinea's ICT Week. This three-day gathering, held from June 14 to… Read more »
June 21, 2023
Rwanda: Hymnos, Tanzania's Dr. Ipyana to Perform Live in Kigali
Fast-rising gospel duo Hymnos that consists of worshippers Naomie and Dedo, alongside Tanzanian gospel recording artiste and Dr Ipyana are putting final touches on their… Read more »
Rwanda: Afro-Can Qualifiers - Burundi Shock Rwanda to Set Final Replay
Rwanda's Afro-CAN Qualifiers unbeaten run came to an end following Wednesday's 52-53 defeat to Burundi in an entertaining match held at the Benjamin Mkapa Indoor Court in Dar Es… Read more »
Rwanda: Five Key Technologies Rwandans Should Be Ready for in the Next Five Years
Rwanda is continuing to position itself as a leader in innovation and technology in Africa. Currently, it is one of Africa's innovative countries, embracing new technologies for… Read more »
Rwanda: Nyinawumuntu Aims High After Landing She-Amavubi Job
Newly-appointed national women's football team head coach Grace Nyinawumuntu is focused on building a strong team ready to challenge for a ticket to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Comoros Ink Deal to Strengthen Cooperation
Rwanda and the Union of the Comoros have signed an MoU that will strengthen their cooperation in areas that include good governance, diaspora mobilisation, social protection, and… Read more »
Rwanda: What Should the Next Ferwafa Boss Prioritize?
Police FC chairman Alphonse Munyantwali is on the verge of being elected new president of Rwanda's football governing body (Ferwafa) as he runs for the top position unopposed ahead… Read more »
Rwanda: Charis UAS Selected for Google for Startups Black Founders Fund
Charis Unmanned Aerial Solutions (UAS), a leading 3D geospatial drone data company based in Rwanda, has achieved a remarkable milestone by being chosen as one of the 25 recipients… Read more »
Rwanda: Perle De Vie to Launch the Seventh Album
Created at Rwankeri Adventist College in 1998, Chorale Perle de vie (Pearl of Life choir), is set to release their seventh Album titled "Ndahimbaza." Read more »
Rwanda: Paris 2024 Games - Nyinawumuntu Summons She-Amavubi Squad to Face Uganda
Grace Nyinawumuntu, the new head coach of the women national football team, has named a 25-woman provisional squad for the 2024 Summer Olympics qualifying games against Uganda. Read more »
Rwanda: Who Will Represent Rwanda at 2023 African Beach Games?
A total of eight athletes will represent Rwanda at the second edition of the 2023 African Beach Games that will take place take place in Hammamet, Tunisia from June 23-30 . Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Zambia Look to Strengthen South-South Cooperation
Rwanda and Zambia have cultivated a robust partnership over the years, making notable progress in implementing various collaboration agreements. Despite recent global shocks that… Read more »
Rwanda: Good News for Rwanda Basketball Community as FERWABA, betPawa Enter Landmark Deal
Mchezo Limited - the owner of betting brand betPawa which launched its headquarters in Kigali last week - has made good on its promise to pursue major sports partnerships, after… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Take Part in Paris Summit on Global Green Financing
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente will lead Rwanda's delegation that will take part in a Summit for a New Global Financing Pact in Paris, France, from Thursday, June 22 to Friday,… Read more »
East Africa: Region Urged to Amend Treaty to Recognise French, Kiswahili Use
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has recommended amending the Treaty for the Establishment of the East African Community (EAC) to enforce the recognition of French and… Read more »
Rwanda: No Winner in Limiting Space for Women in Fintech - First Lady
Financial technology, commonly known as fintech, is regarded as one of the most forward-looking industries of the last decade. The industry has created a new paradigm for jobs and… Read more »
Rwanda: Genocide - Paris Court Okays Inquiry Into French Troops' Complicity in Bisesero Massacres
The Paris Court of Appeal has recommended that an investigation be conducted into the inaction of the French army over its alleged complicity in the Bisesero massacres during the… Read more »
June 16, 2023
Rwanda: World Bank Official Talks Support for Disaster-Struck Families in Rwanda
The World Bank is currently developing a relief package to assist thousands of families to recover from the devastation caused by the recent floods and landslides, Victoria Kwakwa,… Read more »
June 18, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda FDA Recalls Johnson's Baby Powder Over Safety Concerns
The Rwanda Food and Drug Authority (RFDA) has recalled Johnson's baby powder and called upon the general public to discontinue its use. Read more »
June 19, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda's Economy Grows By 9.2% Despite Drop in Food Crop Production
Rwanda's economy experienced a robust growth of 9.2 percent in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, as revealed by a report from the National Institute of… Read more »