November 24, 2022
Rwanda: MTN, Bk Launch Device Financing Drive for Smartphone Affordability
MTN Rwanda, in partnership with Bank of Kigali, has launched a Device Financing Program dubbed 'Macye Macye' to enable customers to purchase smartphones and tablets by paying in… Read more »
Rwanda: Anti-Corruption Campaign to Focus on Graft in Banking Sector
The Office of the Ombudsman said that injustice and corruption in financial services has far-reaching effects on the economy and the livelihoods of people, thus effective… Read more »
Rwanda: Why Do Some Rwandans Have Only One Name?
For years, the naming culture in Rwanda has consisted of at least two names; a family name and a given name. However, you find a number of people with only one name, defying the… Read more »
Rwanda: First RwandAir Cargo Plane Arrives
National carrier RwandAir has received its first cargo, a 787-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF), Yvonne Makolo, the airline's CEO confirmed to The New Times. Read more »
Rwanda: New Portal to Ease Access to Legal Instruments
Rwanda Law Reform Commission (RLRC) along with other partners will on Friday, November 25 launch the law web portal dubbed www.amategeko.gov.rw which is expected to make laws and… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Mark 16 Days of Activism Against GBV
Rwanda will on Friday join the rest of the world to commemorate 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence (GBV). Read more »
Rwanda: Parent-Child Conversations on Sexual Reproductive Health Rare - Study
A new study carried out across seven districts of Rwanda has shown that many youth are reluctant to talk to their parents about sexual and reproductive health. Read more »
Rwanda: Rubavu - Governor Habitegeko Speaks Out on Border Security
François Habitegeko, Governor of Western Province, has assured residents that security is well maintained at the borders despite current tensions between Rwanda and DR… Read more »
Rwanda: Kiyovu's Mugenzi Delighted With Brace Against APR
Striker Bienvenue Mugenzi is delighted after scoring a brace when SC Kiyovu came from behind to play a two all draw against defending Champions APR on the 10th day of the Rwanda… Read more »
Rwanda: From Rwandan Crop to English Cup, the Journey of Rwandan Tea
Rwanda's diplomatic missions prioritize economic diplomacy and promote the country's products and boundless investment opportunities. Read more »
Rwanda: Musanze FC Coach Frank Ouna to Miss Rayon Sports Match
Musanze FC's head coach, Frank Ouna, is likely to miss a crucial match as his team hosts Rayon Sports, on November 27, due to an illness that reportedly forced him to return to… Read more »
Rwanda: Eastern Province - Task Force Team Deployed to Solve Land Wrangles
A team of experts has been deployed in the seven districts of Eastern Province, to assess and solve land disputes. Read more »
Rwanda: Tennis - Rwanda Open Returns in December
More than 150 players are expected to participate in the forthcoming Rwanda Open 2022 tourney slated for December 12-18 at IPRC-Kigali Ecology Tennis Club. Read more »
November 23, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda Gets First U.S. Aviation Safety Assessment
The Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA) has confirmed that it received an International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Category 1 rating, a move further cementing that it is… Read more »
Rwanda: DR Congo Crisis - Minister Biruta in Luanda for Talks
Foreign Affairs minister Vincent Biruta on Wednesday, November 23 attended the mini-summit on the security crisis in eastern DR Congo. Read more »
Rwanda: Regulator Explains Ban on Steel Bars
Substandard steel bars which are said to have a grade of 'upper yield strength below 500MPa (500N/mm2)' will no longer be accepted on the Rwandan market according to Rwanda… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Issues Bond on Japanese Samurai Market
Rwanda says it has placed her first bond, under its medium term notes, in the Samurai Market of Japan, as the country seeks to raise funds from the latter, officials have said. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 6,000 Tonnes of Single-Use Plastic Waste Need Recycling Annually
There is a need to establish centres across the country to collect and recycle more than 500 tonnes of single-use plastic waste generated every month, environmentalists have said. Read more »
Rwanda: No Proof Investors' Money Went Into Chia Farming - Mukeshimana
The Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Gerardine Mukeshimana, said that it is not yet clear whether the money that investors gave to Akenes and Kernels Ltd to invest in… Read more »
November 20, 2022
Rwanda: Kagame Arrives in Qatar Ahead of FIFA World Cup Opening
President Paul Kagame has arrived in Doha, Qatar where he'll be joining other world leaders for the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2022 later Sunday. Read more »
November 21, 2022
Rwanda: World Cup 2022 - Mukansanga to Officiate France Clash With Australia
Rwandan referee Salma Mukansanga will be making history as the first African woman to handle a world cup game when defending champions France take on Australia in Group D opener… Read more »
November 23, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda's Mukansanga Makes Her World Cup Debut
Rwandan referee Salma Mukansanga made history in Qatar as she became the first African woman to officiate a men's World Cup match when defending champions France beat Australia 4-1… Read more »
November 19, 2022
Rwanda: World Cup - Rwandan Poised to Make History at Qatar 2022
As the FIFA World Cup 2022 gets underway, on November 20, Rwandan female referee Salma Radia Mukansanga will be making history as the first African woman to officiate at the… Read more »
November 22, 2022
Rwanda: Youth Urged to Partake in Environment Conservation Efforts
The Minister for Environment, Jeanne d'Arc Mujawamariya, has urged Rwandan youth to play a role in the country's efforts of conserving the environment by planting trees. Read more »
Rwanda: IPRC-Kigali Boss, 12 Others Granted Bail in Embezzlement Case
The Kicukiro Primary Court has granted bail to Diogène Mulindahabi, the principal of IPRC-Kigali, who was arrested last month over embezzlement. Read more »