September 13, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda, Republic of Korea Enter Double Taxation Avoidance Pact
Rwanda and the Republic of Korea on Wednesday, September 13, signed a double taxation avoidance agreement (DTAA), on the side-lines of the ongoing 7th edition of Korea-Africa… Read more »
Rwanda: New Israel Envoy to Establish Stronger Tourism Ties With Rwanda
The new Ambassador of Israel to Rwanda, Einat Weiss, seeks to establish strong bilateral relations between both countries, spurred by the tourism industry and investments. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Rwanda: Israel Envoy to Rwanda - We Want More Israeli Investors in Rwanda
Four years ago, Israel opened an embassy in Rwanda which furthered bilateral relations between the two countries, focusing on development elements for improving people's… Read more »
September 13, 2023
Rwanda: Victor Rukotana On the Difficult Journey in the Music Industry, Staying True to Cultural Roots
When he broke out on the music scene in 2017, he was touted as the next big thing in the Rwandan music industry. His vocals and ability to infuse traditional and modern music made… Read more »
Africa: Digital Experts Discuss Homegrown Innovations in Africa
In an era marked by the rapid advancement of technology, Africa is emerging as a hub of innovation driven by digital experts. They not only embrace cutting-edge digital solutions… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Rwanda: Social Media and the Mental Health of Young Adults - the Need for Digital Detox
Our emotional, psychological, and social well-being are all parts of our mental health. It influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Additionally, it influences how we… Read more »
September 13, 2023
Rwanda: New Measures Mitigate Flood Disasters in Virunga Mountains
The Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB) says there has been a significant decrease in flood-related damages in Musanze and Burera districts, where critical gullies have been… Read more »
Rwanda: Ishimwe, Hakizumwami Eliminated From Rwanda Open M25
Rwandan representatives Junior Hakizumwami and Claude Ishimwe have been knocked out of Rwanda Open M25 week II taking place in Kigali following Wednesday's first round defeats to… Read more »
September 12, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda's Proof of Concept Approach Works - Let Us Mine It
The government, through the Rwanda Atomic Energy Board (RAEB) on Tuesday announced a partnership with Dual Fluid Energy Inc., a Canadian-German nuclear technology firm, which will… Read more »
Rwanda: Pyramids FC - a Guide to APR's Next Champions League Opponents
Rwandan champions APR FC will welcome Egyptian powerhouse Pyramids FC to Kigali Pele Stadium on Sunday, September 17, in a CAF Champions League second round first leg game. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Open M25 - Muhire Sent Packing As Hosts' Woes Continue
Rwandan players continue to struggle at the ongoing Rwanda Open M25 campaign as hopes of making it to at least the second round of the competition fade. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Uwikunda Selected for AFCON 2023 Training
Rwandan international referee Samuel Uwikunda is among 32 centre referees that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has selected to undergo a preparatory course training… Read more »
Rwanda: Best 2022/2023 PLE, O-Level Students Reveal Secret to Success
The Ministry of Education celebrated and awarded 10 top performers in the national examinations for the academic year 2022-2023 on Tuesday, September 12. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Going Nuclear is a Riposte to Afro-Cynicism
This country and its leadership continue to constantly shock me. Mind you, I've lived here since December 1994 and I have had the opportunity to watch it turn itself around. But… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Rwanda's U.S.$75 Million Nuclear Energy Deal
Dual Fluid Energy-a Canadian-German nuclear technology firm announced on Tuesday, September 12, a new partnership with the Rwandan government to collaborate on the development of a… Read more »
Rwanda: African Volleyball Championship - Rwanda Finishes in 6th Place After Tunisia Loss
Rwanda finished in sixth place at the 2023 Men's African Volleyball Championship which is a day away from conclusion in Cairo, Egypt after Tuesday's 0-3 defeat to Tunisia saw the… Read more »
Rwanda: Court Remands FERWACY Boss Munyankindi
Kicukiro primary court on Tuesday, September 11, ruled to remand Benoît Munyankindi, the Secretary General of Rwanda Cycling governing body (Ferwacy), citing reasonable… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Host First Demo Dual Fluid Nuclear Reactor
The first demonstration Dual Fluid nuclear reactor in the world is expected to be built and developed in Rwanda, following a deal signed between Rwanda Atomic Energy Board (RAEB)… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Offer Clean Cooking Technologies on Carbon Market
The carbon market framework, which Rwanda has developed, will "unlock financial incentives for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions associated with traditional cooking… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside FERWAFA's Nationwide Talent Detection
Rwanda's football governing body (FERWAFA) in partnership with the Ministry of Sport has started a nationwide talent detection for children aged between 12-16 years who aspire to… Read more »
Rwanda: Kazungu Robbed Us of a Good Person - Sister of Young Man Killed By 'Serial Killer'
On her WhatsApp status on Tuesday, September 12, Grace Ingabire, 23, posted a picture of her late brother, Eric Turatsinze, with the caption: "Iyo mbimenya nari kugusezera [I would… Read more »
Rwanda: 'Braille Bible' Launched to Enhance Accessibility for the Visually Impaired
The Bible Society of Rwanda (BSR), a Christian NGO, in partnership with Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB) marked a major achievement on September 11 as they displayed 27 newly… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Appoints Atmospheric Scientist Gasore as New Infrastructure Minister
President Paul Kagame appointed Jimmy Gasore as the new Minister of Infrastructure on Tuesday, September 12. Gasore replaces Ernest Nsabimana, who was appointed in January 2022. Read more »
Rwanda: Experts Warn Against Overuse of Painkillers During Menstrual Cycle
Keza, a 32-year-old Kigali-based accountant, is currently hospitalised due to kidney failure caused by long-term use of diclofenac tablets. She began taking this painkiller as a… Read more »
Rwanda: Tied, Naked for Nearly Two Days - How Woman Escaped From Busanza 'Serial Killer'
When she received a call from an unknown man with a promise of a 'decent job', Akimana (not her real name) thought she had hit a jackpot. That was sometime in mid-June this year. Read more »