May 31, 2023
Rwanda: Which Continental Elite Athletes Will Grace 2023 Peace Marathon
Registration for the 18th edition of Kigali International Peace Marathon (KIPM) slated for June 11 is ongoing and some continental elite athletes have already confirmed their… Read more »
East Africa: DR Congo Crisis on Agenda as Region Leaders Hold Second Meeting in Bujumbura
The security crisis in eastern DR Congo is high on the agenda as the 21st Extraordinary East African Community (EAC) Heads of State Summit begins on Wednesday, May 31, in… Read more »
Rwanda: Tuyishime Names Rwanda Squad for Africa T20 Cup
Head coach of the Rwandan national men's cricket team, Adelin Tuyishime has announced his 16-man squad that he will use during the forthcoming Continent T20 Cup-Africa that will… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Students Scoop Second Place in Global ICT Competition
Rwandans from the University of Rwanda (UR) Network team have excelled at the 2023 Huawei ICT Competition global finals held in Shenzhen, China. This is the country's first time in… Read more »
Rwanda: TVET Schools Showcase Exceptional Innovations
Thirty Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools in Kigali City are showcasing their innovative skills in an ongoing exhibition organized by City authorities. Read more »
Rwanda: Varsity Scholarships - STEM Students Are Big Winners as 21% of Applicants Miss Out
The Higher Education Council (HEC) has confirmed that a substantial number of students who applied to study at the University of Rwanda have been deemed eligible for scholarship… Read more »
Rwanda: Nyamagabe District Official Granted Bail for Indecency Charges
Edouard Murindababisha, a data manager in Nyamagabe district, who is battling charges of indecency after a video allegedly depicting him engaged in a sexual act at a bar in Kigali… Read more »
Rwanda: Tumenye Sinema - Empowering Young Filmmakers
After extending operations to more sites in Rubavu District, Western Province and Muhanga, Tumenye Sinema has officially launched a new site in Huye, Southern province selecting… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Pilots Cooking Gas in Schools
A pilot scheme has been rolled out to promote use of cooking gas in Rwandan schools as part of broader efforts to check deforestation and spur clean energy adoption. Read more »
East Africa: Rwanda's Justice Anita Mugeni Designated as East African Court of Justice Vice President
Lady Justice Anita Mugeni from Rwanda was, on Wednesday, May 31, designated as Vice President of the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) with effect from June 20. She will be… Read more »
Rwanda: Afcon Qualifiers - Ferrer Calls on Amavubi to Be More Clinical
Amavubi head coach Carlos Ferrer still hopes that Rwanda can capitalize the 'minor chances' they have to qualify for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations should his side be more clinical… Read more »
Rwanda: Major Highlights That Shaped 2022/23 Rwanda Premier League Season
The just-concluded 2022/23 topflight league season was full of action both on and off the pitch. Read more »
Rwanda: Nine Tech Events Coming to Kigali
Kigali has emerged as a thriving center of technical innovation in Africa, and the city is ready to host a variety of ICT-related events. Read more »
Rwanda: Taekwondo - All You Need to Know About 2023 Korean Ambassador's Cup
About 300 athletes from eight countries are expected to take part at the 10th edition of the Korean Taekwondo Ambassador's Cup due from June 3-4 at BK Arena. Read more »
Rwanda: From the U.S. to Kigali - Chef Billy Brings Distinct Pizza Experience, High-Class Cuisine
There is something unexplainable about a tasty pizza, you can't resist the urge of placing order after order, even on a budget. Read more »
Rwanda: How Many Illegal Mines Closed After Fatal Huye Incident?
The Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB) has ordered the immediate closure of 89 illegal mines across the country. This decision follows an illegal mining saga in which a… Read more »
May 30, 2023
Rwanda: Prime Minister Ngirente in Burundi for EAC Summit
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente on Tuesday, May 30, arrived in Bujumbura, Burundi, where he will attend the 21st Extraordinary East African Community (EAC) Heads of State Summit. Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali - Chinese Medics Reach Out to Children Living With Disability
Chinese medics in Rwanda reached out to children living with disabilities in Kigali on Tuesday, May 30, providing them with free consultation and recommendations as well as… Read more »
Rwanda/Cameroon: Onana Snubs Amavubi Call-Up
Cameroonian striker Léandre Willy Esombe Onana has turned down a chance to play for Rwanda despite a recent approach from head coach Carlos Alos Ferrer. Read more »
Rwanda: Moshions Boss Seeks Early Appeal Hearing Date
Moise Turahirwa, the Chief Executive Officer of Moshions, a renowned fashion house in Rwanda, has written a letter to the court, requesting an expedited date for his appeal… Read more »
Rwanda: DR Congo - General Kazura Attends EAC Meet in Burundi
Gen Jean Bosco Kazura, the Chief of Defence Staff of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF), ON Monday, May 29, attended an extraordinary meeting of army chiefs from East African Community… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Govt to Samantha Power - Don't Ignore Origin of DR Congo Conflict
The spokesperson for the government, Yolande Makolo, has criticized Samantha Power, the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), for failing… Read more »
May 29, 2023
Rwanda: Reusable Sanitary Pads Could Be the Solution to Period Poverty
Thousands of sanitary pads are distributed every year, especially during the month of May, to mark the Menstrual Hygiene Day, which highlights the importance of proper management… Read more »
Rwanda: What is the Future of Robotics in Rwanda?
Machines continue to play a huge role in providing essential services, especially in the health sector. Read more »
May 30, 2023
Kenya: Why Kenyan Chef Who Cooked Pilau for Arsenal FC Resigned
Kenyan chef Bernice Kariuki has resigned as Arsenal FC's private chef. Read more »