June 16, 2023
Rwanda: Malawi - Over 30 Rwandan Refugees Express Interest to Return
Thirty-three Rwandans who have been residing in Malawi as refugees have expressed their desire to return home and will be repatriated "later this month of June." Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Increases Import Tax on Construction Materials to Spur Local Production
In an effort to strengthen local production, the government has announced a 10% increase in customs duty on imported construction materials, including metal tubes, doors, windows,… Read more »
June 19, 2023
Rwanda: Govt Launches Practical National Exams Assessment in TVET Schools
The Minister of State in Charge of Primary and Secondary Education, Gaspard Twagirayezu, on Monday, June 19 inaugurated the Competence-Based integrated Assessment for practical… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt to List Households in Extreme Poverty for Support
The government has taken a proactive step towards assisting households in extreme poverty by initiating a comprehensive listing process, with the aim of providing support next… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Moves to Tax Land Sale Transactions
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning has announced that taxation on the sale of plots of land could be implemented if the new bill on land and buildings currently under… Read more »
June 18, 2023
East Africa: Regional Troops in Rwanda for Military Drills
Global human security has recently become so fragile and unpredictable due to fast-changing political, economic, and social dynamics. This calls for concerted efforts to prepare… Read more »
June 16, 2023
East Africa: East African Legislative Assembly Approves U.S.$12 Million Supplementary Budget
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has unanimously approved a supplementary budget of over $11.9 million for the East African Community (EAC) in the financial year… Read more »
June 19, 2023
Rwanda: UNHCR Boss on Situation of Refugees in Rwanda Ahead of World Refugee Day
On Tuesday, June 20, Rwanda will join the international community to celebrate World Refugee Day, a day dedicated to honour people who have been forced to flee their home… Read more »
Rwanda: FERWAFA to Introduce Youth League in September
Effective next season, all topflight clubs' junior teams will take part in the youth league which will kick off in September, football governing body (FERWAFA) acting president… Read more »
June 17, 2023
Rwanda: Bank of Kigali Takes Affordable Housing Mortgage Loans Scheme to Workers
The Bank of Kigali has launched an initiative to inform human resource professionals about its mortgage financing products, with the goal of making housing more accessible and… Read more »
June 16, 2023
Rwanda: Govt Repeals Coffee Zoning Policy
The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources on Thursday, June 15 issued new instructions repealing Rwanda's coffee zoning policy, which was first implemented in 2016. The… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame, World Bank Official Discuss Rwanda's Electrification Drive
President Paul Kagame on Friday, June 16, received Victoria Kwakwa, World Bank's Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa, and they discussed Rwanda's electrification drive,… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Rwanda: Top 10 History-Making Rwandan Women Athletes
Salma Rhadia Mukansanga needs no introduction after her big break at the African Cup of Nations last year before making history at the World Cup in Qatar. Read more »
June 20, 2023
Rwanda: From Kigali to Texas - Local Artists to Showcase Creations at Global Exhibition
Four Rwandan visual artists are set to showcase their work in Texas, USA at an international art exhibition titled 'When the Sun Stands Still'. Read more »
Rwanda: Nine Products Exempted From Taxes in New Budget
Some products will not be taxed in the next financial year as a result of tax policy reforms which aim at sustaining the economic recovery path from the Covid-19 pandemic impact,… Read more »
East Africa: Regional MPs Tell Leaders to Lower Flight Costs
The cost of air travel within the East African Community (EAC) region is still very high, making flying more of a preserve for those who are relatively well-off, the regional… Read more »
Rwanda: Over 25,000 Teachers Benefit From Innovative Project to Enhance ICT Utilisation in Schools
A total of 25,076 teachers benefited from the Capacity Development for ICT in Education (CADIE) project, which aimed to facilitate the effective use of ICT in Teaching and… Read more »
June 19, 2023
East Africa: Report Exposes Issues 'Hindering' Kiswahili Use in East African Community
A recent report has shed light on the challenges hindering the use of Kiswahili as one of the official languages of the East African Community (EAC), revealing issues such as the… Read more »
June 20, 2023
Africa: Rwandan Genocide Suspect Kayishema Seeks Asylum in South Africa
Fulgence Kayishema, a genocide suspect accused of ordering the brutal deaths of 2,000 people during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, appeared in the Cape Town… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda to Spend Over Rwf5 Trillion in Next Fiscal Year
Rwanda will spend slightly over Rwf5 trillion in the fiscal year 2023/24, which represents an increase of Rwf265 billion or 6 per cent compared to Rwf4.7 trillion announced in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Moshions Boss Moïse Turahirwa Granted Bail
Moïse Turahirwa, the founder of the renowned fashion house Moshions, was on Thursday, June 15 granted bail by the Nyarugenge Intermediate Court. Turahirwa is facing charges of… Read more »
Rwanda: Bank of Kigali Transforms Tax Payment With Digital System
Bank of Kigali has been a pioneer in embracing innovation, revolutionising banking by making it more accessible and convenient for customers through digital solutions. Read more »
June 14, 2023
Rwanda: Zoonotic Diseases and Their Relation to Humans
Livestock is one of the most important assets of the poor to meet livelihood needs. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), animal diseases are crucial… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Rwanda: Inside Rwanda's Renewed Battle Against Stunting
Recent data from a collaborative global database on child malnutrition, comprising UNICEF, the World Health Organization (WHO), and the World Bank, reveals a decline in the… Read more »
June 14, 2023
Rwanda: Laugh Out Loud With Rwanda's Finest - Five Must-See Shows
Rwanda's comedy scene has been on the rise, with talented comedians taking centre stage and hosting shows that keep audiences laughing nonstop. Read more »