November 22, 2023
East Africa: Third Edition of East African Regional Tourism Expo Kicks Off in Nairobi
The annual regional travel fair, East African Regional Tourism Expo (EARTE), opened on November 20 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. Read more »
November 21, 2023
Rwanda/South Africa: Spittler 'Surprised' By Amavubi Victory Over South Africa
Rwanda head coach Torsten Frank Spittler is in awe as the players have adapted quickly to his strategy in Tuesday's 'surprise' 2-0 victory over South Africa in the 2026 World Cup… Read more »
Rwanda: Sudan's Top Medical Varsity Plans Relocation to Rwanda
The University of Medical Sciences and Technology (UMST) in Khartoum, Sudan, plans to relocate to Rwanda to give its students hope and a second chance to complete their studies,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Cuba Ruling Parties Agree to Broaden Cooperation
The Ruling RPF-Inkotanyi and their Cuban counterparts, the Communist Party of Cuba (CPC) have agreed to broaden the framework of the existing ties with a view to promote the… Read more »
Rwanda/South Africa: 2026 WC Qualifiers - Nshuti and Mugisha Fire Rwanda Past South Africa
Rwanda returned to winning ways following Tuesday's emphatic 2-0 victory over South Africa at Huye Stadium in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C qualifier. Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame, U.S. Intelligence Chief Discuss Tensions in Eastern DR Congo
White House Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines held discussions with Presidents Paul Kagame and Felix Tshisekedi over the security crisis in eastern DR Congo from… Read more »
Rwanda: Kenny Sol, the Ben to Perform at Rwanda Youth Convention in Canada
Rwanda's music stars Norbert Rusanganwa, popularly known as Kenny Sol, and Benjamin Mugisha alias The Ben, will yet again share the stage during "The 2023 Rwanda Youth Convention"… Read more »
Rwanda: Kevin Kade to Drop Maiden Album 'Baho'
Kevin Kade, a fast-rising Rwandan artiste, is set to drop his first studio album dubbed 'Baho'. Read more »
Rwanda: REG Coach Eyes Podium Finish at Africa Women's Basketball League
Rwanda Energy Group (REG) women basketball club coach Esperance Mukaneza has vowed to guide her team to a podium finish at the forthcoming FIBA Africa Women's Basketball Africa… Read more »
Rwanda: Gicumbi - Six Cooperative Leaders Arrested Over Embezzlement
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has apprehended six leaders of COOTHEVM (Coopérative du Thé Villageois Mulindi) in Gicumbi District on charges related to the… Read more »
Rwanda/South Africa: 2026 WC Qualifier - Rwandan Players Optimistic Ahead of South Africa Test
There is a reason for optimism in Rwanda's dressing room as the home side take on South Africa in dicey Africa 2026 World Cup Group C qualifier at the Huye Stadium on Tuesday. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Remains Open to Refugees, Says Govt Spokesperson
Rwanda is an open and welcoming country for people seeking safety and refuge, government spokesperson Yolande Makolo has said. Read more »
Rwanda: FAO Supports Rwanda in Eradicating Peste Des Petits Ruminants (PPR)
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is supporting Rwanda's efforts towards eradicating the current outbreak of peste des petits ruminants (PPR) - also… Read more »
Rwanda: Miss Jolly Mutesi Bags Best Motivational Speaker of the Year Award
Miss Rwanda 2016 Jolly Mutesi, who is one of the most famous socialites in the country, has scooped Best Motivational Speaker of The Year at Zikomo Awards that was held on Saturday… Read more »
November 22, 2023
Rwanda: New UK-Rwanda Migration Treaty to 'Reemphasise' Initial Plan
A new treaty on migration between the United Kingdom and Rwanda will respond to concerns raised by the UK Supreme Court, according to the government of Rwanda. Read more »
November 21, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Ranked Fifth Most Environmentally Sustainable Country
Efforts in sustainability strategies, programmes, and investments have ranked Rwanda as the fifth most environmentally sustainable country in Africa, according to a new report. Read more »
November 20, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda, Cuba Seek to Bolster Bilateral Ties
Rwanda and Cuba want to strengthen their relations for an expanded cooperation which is currently predominated by education and health, The New Times understands. Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Meets Cuban Vice President
President Paul Kagame met Cuban Vice President Salvador Valdes Mesa and his visiting delegation at Urugwiro Village on Monday, November 20, and engaged him in discussions aimed at… Read more »
Rwanda: Ubongo Takes Digital Literacy Campaign to Burera
Ubongo, a continental edutainment powerhouse, on November 19, took its digital literacy campaign to Cyanika sector in Burera District to engage parents in supporting their… Read more »
Uganda: Goran Lojo Appointed Uganda's Gazelles Head Coach
The Federation of Ugandan Basketball Association (FUBA) has appointed Bosnian tactician Goran Lojo as new head coach for the country's senior women's team, Gazelles. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda FDA Bans Over 20 Herbal Medicines Over Substandard Quality
The Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) has banned 22 herbal medicines that fail to meet safety and quality standards. Read more »
Rwanda: Legal Experts Talk Alternative Dispute Resolution and Criminal Justice Policies
While Rwandans currently appear to have a high reliance on litigation and bringing disputes to the courts, experts indicate that many of them would prefer dispute resolution… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Subsidizes Clean Cooking Technologies to Safeguard Forests
Ahead of its debut on the carbon market, the government has urged residents to embrace subsidized clean cooking technologies. These innovative solutions aim to alleviate pressure… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside FAO, EU, Rwanda's Initiative to Strengthen Food Quality, Plant Health
Rwanda has made efforts to enhance its oversight of food quality and plant health, known as phytosanitary capacities. The goal is to bring these systems in line with global… Read more »
Rwanda: NIRDA Explores Bamboo as Key Raw Material for Sustainable Construction
In a bid to promote sustainable construction practices, the National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) spearheaded an international bamboo conference to discuss… Read more »