July 27, 2023
Rwanda: Gisenyi Market to Be Completed in Six Months - Governor Habitegeko
The Governor of Western Province, François Habitegeko has said that the much-awaited Gisenyi market will finally be completed within the next six months. Read more »
Rwanda: BasiGo Partners With AC Mobility (Tap&Go) to Bring Electric Buses to Rwanda
The first electric buses are expected to arrive in Rwanda in October 2023 for pilot testing with Kigali transport operators. The partnership will make electric buses affordable and… Read more »
Rwanda: UN Prosecutor Meets Nyange Genocide Victims
The Chief Prosecutor of the UN's International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT), Serge Brammertz, is set to meet survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi… Read more »
Rwanda: A Glimpse Into 2023 Women's Afrobasket Groups
As the highly-anticipated FIBA Women's Afrobasket 2023 approaches, basketball enthusiasts are eager to witness the fierce competition among Africa's finest women's teams. Read more »
July 26, 2023
Rwanda: Rwandan Youngster Dusabe Selected for Basketball Without Borders
Rwandan basketball player Jane Dusabe has been selected to participate in Basketball without Borders, a program that brings together young players to learn from current and former… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Beat Mozambique in Davis Cup Opener
Rwanda started the Davis Cup Africa Group IV campaign on a perfect note after beating Mozambique in Group B opening matches of the competition which opened in Kigali on Wednesday,… Read more »
Rwanda: MPs Task WASAC to Resolve Water Issues, Implement Auditor General's Recommendations
The Senators who comprise the Committee on Economic Development and Finance, on Tuesday, tasked officials from Water and Sanitation Cooperation (WASAC) to resolve persisting water… Read more »
Rwanda: Minister Nsabimana Blames Low Motor-Cycle Insurance Cover on High Premiums
Uninsured motorcycles account for the majority of accidents involving vehicles without insurance cover, whose victims are compensated by the Special Guarantee Fund (SGF), according… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Questions Belgium's Decision to Reject Ambassador Karega's Appointment
The decision by the Belgian government to reject the appointment of Vincent Karega as ambassador designate to the Kingdom is unfortunate and doesn't bode well for bilateral… Read more »
Rwanda: Rayon Sports Exempted From Confederation Cup First Preliminary Round
Rayon Sports will not play the first preliminary round of the 2023/24 CAF Confederation Cup thanks to club's impressive performance in the continental competition in the recent… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Minister Urges Diaspora Youth to Embrace Cultural Heritage, Patriotism
In an endeavor to promote a robust sense of cultural and national pride, the Minister of State in Charge of East African Community at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and… Read more »
Rwanda: Bizimana Joins Ukrainian Side Kryvbas
Amavubi skipper Djihad Bizimana has completed a move to Ukrainian Premier League side FC Kryvbas on a two-year deal Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Poised to Meet U.S.$1.5 Billion Mineral Export Target - Regulator
Rwanda's mineral export earnings reached $609 million (over Rwf716 billion) in the first six months of 2023, according to the regulator of the country's mining sector. Read more »
Rwanda: Belgium's 'Decision' on Ambassador Karega - Experts Say Rwanda a Victim of International Conspiracy
While any country has the right to accept or refuse an appointed envoy's letters of credence, it would be "unacceptable and illogical" for Belgium to reject the endorsement of… Read more »
Rwanda: Over 300 Athletes Set for Ironman 70.3 Triathlon Race 2023
Over 300 athletes from 29 countries, including 60 Rwandan nationals, are expected to grace the 2023 Ironman triathlon race which is scheduled to take place on August 5, in Rubavu… Read more »
Rwanda: Man Thought to Be Rwandan Found Guilty in Belgium Terror Trial
A Brussels court on Tuesday, July 25, found Hervé Bayingana Muhirwa, a Belgian citizen believed to be of Rwandan origin, guilty of participating in activities of a terrorist… Read more »
July 24, 2023
Rwanda: Game Changer Steps to Africa's Public Health Order in the Land of 1000 Hills
In 2022, Rwanda hosted a youth pre-conference prior to the second International Conference on Public Health in Africa. This year the youth pre - conference to be hosted in Zambia… Read more »
July 25, 2023
Rwanda: Kigali to Get 100 Public Buses By End 2023 - Minister Nsabimana
The City of Kigali is expected to receive 100 buses by the end of December 2023, out of the 305 buses pledged by the Government to alleviate the fleet shortage, Infrastructure… Read more »
East Africa: Eastern Africa Stand-by Force Workshop in Kigali to Address Challenges in Management of Police Pledged Capabilities
Twenty-three Police officers from the Eastern Africa Stand-by Force (EASF) member countries are meeting in Kigali in a training on assessment, verification and management of… Read more »
East Africa: East African Community Regional Force Commander Urges Troops to Stick to Mandate
The commander of the East African Community regional force (EACRF), Maj Gen Aphaxard Kiugu, on Monday, July 24 visited the Burundian contingent deployed to Mubambiro in eastern DR… Read more »
Rwanda: STEM Inclusion Key to Rwanda's Tech Journey - ICT Minister
The Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, emphasised the importance of creating a sustainable and inclusive future, and fostering diversity in STEM-related domains as… Read more »
Rwanda: Global Initiative Founder on Championing Women's Reproductive Health Rights
In the ongoing battle for women's reproductive health rights and the fight against HIV, acknowledging the intersectionality of various issues is crucial. Read more »
Rwanda: Gold Tops Rwanda Mineral Exports
Rwanda's mineral exports brought in over $362 million (nearly Rwf 426 billion) between April and June 2023, according to the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB). Read more »
Rwanda/Gambia: Gambian Goalie Jobe Admits Musanze Move Happened 'So Fast'
The Gambia national team goalkeeper Alagie Modou Jobe has opened up on reasons that convinced him to sign for Rwanda Premier League club Musanze FC. Read more »
Rwanda: Musanze Vice Mayor Resigns Over 'Sectarian' Gathering
Andrew Mpuhwe Rucyahana on July 24 resigned from his duties as Vice Mayor of Musanze District due to the act of officiating as guest of honour during a clan event in Kinigi Sector. Read more »