May 06, 2023
Rwanda: Rubavu Mayor Resignation Linked to Disaster Response Mismanagement
The Minister for Local Government, Jean Claude Musabyimana, on Saturday, May 6, said the resignation of Ildephonse Kambogo, the mayor of Rubavu district, was linked to… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Maldives Ink Visa Exemption Deal
Rwanda and Maldives, on Friday, May 5, signed a deal that will see their citizens enjoy visa exemption when traveling to the two countries. Read more »
Rwanda: Floods - Number of Deaths, Injuries, Destroyed Houses Slightly Increase
In the wake of the recent flood disaster that impacted Western, Northern, and Southern Provinces, new numbers reveal a slight rise in the figures of deaths, injuries, and destroyed… Read more »
Rwanda: Cervical Cancer - First Lady Jeannette Kagame Calls for Equitable Health Intervention
First Lady Jeannette Kagame has called for equitable access to health interventions in the fight against cervical cancer for member states of the Commonwealth, regardless of income… Read more »
May 08, 2023
Rwanda: How 'Be a Strong Man' Fails Men With Mental Illness
In Rwanda, like many other societies, traditional gender roles have often been associated with expectations for men to exhibit strength, stoicism, and emotional restraint. However,… Read more »
May 07, 2023
Rwanda: Kirehe - Residents Want Unique Stones Exploited to Benefit Communities
The breathtaking scenery of unique, enormous rocky stones in Kirehe District has captivated the attention of many, but now the focus is shifting towards harnessing their potential… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Calls Off Search for Huye Mine Accident Victims
Huye district is mourning the lives of six people, including three students, after a 16-day rescue attempt failed to find any survivors in a huge mine collapse in Kinazi sector on… Read more »
Rwanda: Pitchou Puts Kiyovu in Pole Position for Title Win as Rayon Suffer Major Blow
Ismail 'Pitchou' Nshimirimana scored inside 39 seconds to help Kiyovu Sports beat Musanze FC 1-0 at Ubworoherane Stadium on Sunday, May 7, and open a three-point lead in the Rwanda… Read more »
May 04, 2023
Rwanda: 5 Players to Watch At Fiba 3x3 World Cup Qualifier 2023
A number of stars will be aiming to hit the floor during the highly-anticipated 2023 FIBA 3x3 World Cup Qualifier which will unfold in Eilat, Israel, from May 6-7. Read more »
Rwanda: BAL 2023 - American Players Jet in As Reg Regroups for Playoffs
Point guard Adonis Filer, shooting guard Cleveland Thomas and forward Delwan Graham have arrived in the country and immediately joined Rwanda Energy Group (REG) Basketball club… Read more »
May 03, 2023
Rwanda: MPs Want Proposed Rwf5 Trillion Budget to Tackle Disasters, Inflation
Amid rising prices and cases of disasters claiming people's lives, Members of Parliament (MPs) have suggested that the more than Rwf5 trillion that Rwanda plans to spend in the… Read more »
Rwanda: RwandAir, Qatar Airways Launch African Cargo Hub
RwandAir in partnership with Qatar Airways have launched a new African cargo hub aimed to boost trade within the continent and across overseas markets. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Plans to Spend Over Rwf5 Trillion in 2023/24
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: Auditor General Names Public Entities That Could Lose Tens of Billions in Court Battles
The Rwanda Energy Group (REG), and the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), are among public entities which are battling court cases in which the plaintiffs seek Rwf38 billion,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Mineral Exports Fetch Over U.S.$240 Million in First Quarter of 2023
Rwanda's mineral exports fetched USD 247,480,699 in the first quarter of 2023 (January to March), according to the Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB). Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Showcases Tourism Offerings at Dubai Expo
Rwanda is showcasing its tourism offerings at the 30th Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from May 1 to 4. Read more »
Rwanda: Kiziguro Hospital Decries Shortage of Gynaecologists
Kiziguro Hospital, located in Gatsibo district, is facing a shortage of gynaecologists, which has affected the delivery of services in the hospital. Read more »
Rwanda: Pope Francis Dismisses Rwandan Priest Munyeshyaka Who Was Convicted for Genocide
Pope Francis has dismissed from the clerical duties, Wenceslas Munyeshyaka, a Rwandan priest who is a key mastermind of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali Public Bus Capacity is Decreasing as Population Rises - Auditor General
The public transport bus capacity in the City of Kigali has reduced, yet the population of the City is on the rise, which limits the availability of transport means for passengers,… Read more »
May 02, 2023
Rwanda: BAL Announces Ticket Prices for Playoffs in Kigali
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) on Tuesday, May 2, announced that ticket sales for playoffs and finals of the 2023 edition are now open. Read more »
May 03, 2023
Rwanda: Up-Close With Kayonza Women Who Make Balls That Got Global Attention
During the 63rd FIFA Congress which was held in March, many will remember Gianni Infantino, President of the world football governing body, talking passionately about a ball made… Read more »
Rwanda: African Institute for Mathematical Sciences to Roll Out Master's, PhD Programmes in Malaria Modelling
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences-Next Einstein Initiative (AIMS NEI) and the Malaria Modelling for Sustainable Public Health Policies in Africa (MaModAfrica)… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Needs U.S.$76 Million to Implement New Artificial Intelligence Policy
The national Artificial Intelligence policy, approved recently by the cabinet, will require a total investment of $76.5 million over the next five years, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
Rwanda: Projects Worth Over Rwf640 Billion Delayed, Unlawful Expenditures Double - Auditor General
The Auditor General Alexis Kamuhire has said that the execution of 55 project contracts worth Rwf644 billion were delayed in 2022, indicating that the value of the delayed projects… Read more »
May 04, 2023
Rwanda: Amagaju Beat Gicumbi in Race for Topflight Promotion
Amagaju FC recovered from Saturday's 1-0 away loss to Etoile de l'Est to snatch a 2-1 victory over Gicumbi FC at Nyagisenyi Stadium on Wednesday to move to the second place of the… Read more »