March 31
Rwanda: 'Gone Too Soon' - Tributes Pour in After Amb Mukaruliza's Death
Following the death of Monique Mukaruliza, Rwanda's former ambassador to Malawi and Zambia and mayor of City of Kigali, Rwandans have been sening her family condolences and wished… Read more »
March 29
Rwanda: Presence of Foreign Players in the Rwandan League Is a Double-Edged Sword
It's now four matches unbeaten for Rwanda coach Torsten Spittler since he took over the national team in November 2023. No Amavubi coach has had a better start to their reign, so… Read more »
March 28
Rwanda: Responsibility of the Rwandan Gendarmerie in the Preparation of the Genocide Committed Against the Tutsi in 1994
The Rwandan gendarmerie was mandated to ensure public security and conduct preliminary police investigations to identify "troublemakers" and refer them to the Prosecutor for legal… Read more »
March 29
Rwanda: University of Kigali Hosts 'Iot Work Exposure Day' for Women in Tech
In pursuit of fostering gender diversity and promoting women's participation in the rapidly evolving field of technology, the University of Kigali hosted an 'Internet of Things… Read more »
Rwanda: Skol Brewery Scholarships - Empowering Future Leaders
In a bid to champion educational growth and empower Rwanda's youth, SKOL Brewery Ltd has awarded scholarships to the 3rd cohort of its university scholarship programme for the… Read more »
Rwanda: Navigating Life With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the joints of the body, as well as the lungs, heart, eyes, and other parts. Read more »
March 28
Rwanda: New Study Highlights Urgent Need to Address Unpaid Care Work Burden
A new study by the Institute of Policy Analysis and Research (IPAR-Rwanda), highlights the urgent need for policy reforms and interventions to address the unequal burden of unpaid… Read more »
Rwanda: 5 Key Facts About the Incentives Awaiting Taxpayers Who Voluntarily Disclose Tax Liabilities
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning informed taxpayers of a one-time limited opportunity to voluntarily disclose their tax liabilities for the tax periods before 2023.… Read more »
Rwanda: Gitego Dreaming of Move to Europe
AFC Leopards striker Arthur Gitego has vowed to keep working hard and consistently bagging more goals for him to achieve his dream of taking his professional football to Europe. Read more »
Rwanda: Why Awareness, Collaborative Efforts Are Key in Eradicating GBV
Progress has been made in addressing Gender-based violence (GBV), for instance, through government strategies like providing free psycho-social, medical, and legal services to… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Performers Urged to Infuse Traditional Art in Their Work
Robert Masozera, the General Director of Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy (RCHA), urged artists to draw inspiration from Rwanda's heritage and tradition instead of copying from… Read more »
March 29
Rwanda: Addressing Unpaid Care Work Is Rwanda's Unfinished Business
Rwanda has emerged as a global leader in gender equality. From the progressive constitution to the high number of women in parliament and other decision making organs. In the… Read more »
March 27
Rwanda: Why Global Coalition Is Lobbying Rwanda to Endorse 'End of Fossil Fuels' Call
A global coalition is lobbying states, including Rwanda, to endorse a proposed 'Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty' to considerably reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit… Read more »
Rwanda: 'DRC Thought the East African Force Was There to Fight Its Wars' - Kagame
In a wide-ranging interview in Kigali, President Paul Kagame discusses M23, accusations of human rights violations, finding a successor, AU reform, and the UK migrant deal. Read more »
Rwanda: Why Are Muhanga Thunders, 1000 Hills Out of 2024 Rugby League?
Rwandan rugby powerhouses 1000 Hills and Muhanga Thunders will not play the 2024 rugby league season, the local rugby body (RRF) has confirmed. Read more »
Rwanda: New Times Journalists Win Rwanda's First-Ever AI Journalist Challenge
The New Times reporters Patrick Nzabonimpa and Heritier Bahizi emerged as the first two winners in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Journalist Challenge, each receiving Rwf 1.5… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Congratulates New Senegalese President Faye
President Paul Kagame on March 27 congratulated Senegal's new President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye, stating that the latter's victory is a testimony to the confidence of the… Read more »
March 25
Rwanda: Education - Minister Calls for Collective Efforts to Advance Foundational Learning
The Minister of Education, Gaspard Twagirayezu, has called for collective efforts to ensure that every Rwandan child receives a strong foundation at an early age, thereby unlocking… Read more »
East Africa: Eastern Africa Standby Force Member States Convene in Rwanda for Disaster Response Harmonisation
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) member states are convening in Kigali, Rwanda, for a four-day session aimed at assessing their disaster readiness, promoting collaboration,… Read more »
March 26
Rwanda: MPs Set Six-Month Deadline for Construction of Houses Affected By Rusumo Project
Members of Parliament (MPs) have given a six-month deadline to the Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA) to construct houses and repair others for households affected by blasting… Read more »
Rwanda: Amavubi Beat Madagascar in Antananarivo
The national football team (Amavubi) continued their impressive form under Torsten Spittler with an emphatic 2-0 win over Madagascar in a FIFA international friendly game in… Read more »
Rwanda: Continuing the Conversation - Empowering Women Leaders for Ongoing Change
In the wake of a recent successful dinner gathering of influential women leaders and allies, it is imperative to keep the momentum going and the conversation alive. Read more »
Rwanda: Tabaro's Arrest in US Sends a Clear Warning to Other Genocide Fugitives
Authorities in the United States last week arrested a one Eric Tabaro Nshimiye, a 52-year old Rwandan who has for the last three decades evaded justice, to the agony of survivors… Read more »
Rwanda: One Acre Fund-Tubura Provides Nutrient - Rich Maize Flour to ECD Centres
Tubura is distributing IYACU, a nutritious maize flour, to Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres to alleviate stunting and malnutrition among children in six districts. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 10 Artists to Be Awarded At Rwanda Performing Arts Festival
12 performing artists will be honoured during the Rwanda Performing Arts Festival set to take place on March 27, in Huye District, according to the organisers. Read more »