October 17
Rwanda: Kigali - Three Million Tree Planting Drive Targets Residential, Recreational Zones
The City of Kigali is focusing on homes, recreational zones, gardens, roadsides, areas with degraded forests among other urban areas as it targets to plant three million trees in a… Read more »
October 15
Rwanda: Investors Look to Exploit Rwanda's Popular Twin Lakes
Investors are increasingly eyeing tourism and hospitality projects along Rwanda's twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, aiming to transform the area into a vibrant tourism hub, The New… Read more »
October 12
Rwanda: Trl Space Systems Builds Satellite for Agriculture, Environment Monitoring
Rwanda's first hyperspectral satellite is being built, according to the TRL Space CEO and founder, Petr Kapoun. Read more »
October 14
Rwanda: Fishing to Feature in Five Kigali Wetlands After $80m Rehabilitation
Fishing ponds are set to be established as part of the $80 million rehabilitation of five wetlands in Kigali, providing both economic and recreational benefits, according to the… Read more »
October 09
Rwanda: Kwita Izina 2024 Postponed
Rwanda Development Board on Tuesday, October 8, announced the postponement of Kwita Izina 2024. Read more »
Rwanda: A Tribute to Antoine Mudakikwa, Rwanda's First Mountain Gorilla Doctor
When someone we love passes away, it takes time to understand the loss. We grapple with questions like; "How could someone so precious slip away? How can it be that we'll never see… Read more »
October 08
Rwanda: How Rwanda Is Harnessing Geothermal Energy Potential
Rwanda is exploring the use of geothermal energy, a form of heat from the Earth's core, as the country looks to diversify its energy sources. This exploration could help the… Read more »
October 07
Rwanda: How Rema's Project Built Resilience to Climate Change in Two Districts
Farmers like Saidat Nyirambonimpa from Gatore sector in Kirehe District had for long faced declining crop yields and worsening living conditions due to climate change effects but… Read more »
October 01
Rwanda: Govt to Restore 70% Non-Operating Biogas Digesters in Three Years
Rwanda is set to restore 70 per cent of non-functioning biogas plants (digesters) countrywide in two to three years, according to the Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA). Read more »
September 30
Rwanda: Handwashing Stations Activated in Public Spaces to Prevent Marburg Virus Spread
Handwashing facilities have been activated and new ones set up at the entrances of main buildings, markets, shops, restaurants in Kigali to contain the spread of Marburg virus… Read more »
September 19
Zimbabwe: Drought-Hit Zimbabwe Receives Food Donation From Rwanda
Zimbabwe, which has been affected by prolonged El Nino induced drought, on Thursday, September 19 took delivery of a 1000-metric ton maize flour donation from Rwanda. Read more »
Rwanda: Soil Conservation Milestone As Rwanda Celebrates Inaugural World Bamboo Day
In a significant step towards enhancing soil conservation, EcoPlanet Bamboo organised the first-ever celebration of World Bamboo Day in Rwanda, held in Nyamagabe District on… Read more »
September 13
Rwanda: Residents Near Nduba Landfill Decry Delays in Compensation
Residents living around Nduba landfill in Gasabo District have decried delays in compensation for their properties to be able to relocate and avoid health risks caused by… Read more »
September 12
Rwanda: What Rwanda Expects From COP29 in Azerbaijan
Following the launch of the 'Loss and Damage Fund' at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai in 2023, Rwanda has its sights set on the next round of global climate… Read more »
September 11
Rwanda: Rwandans Urged to Double Efforts in Combating Rising Air Pollution
Industrial emissions, vehicle exhausts, and poor waste management--such as biomass burning--are driving an increase in air pollutants, according to the Minister of Environment,… Read more »
September 08
Rwanda: City of Kigali Names Disaster Hotspots As Rainy Season Starts
The City of Kigali has identified key disaster hotspots as part of its strategy to avert losses as heavy rains are expected this month. Read more »
September 04
Rwanda: 10 Things to Know About Green City Kigali Project
The City of Kigali on Tuesday, September 3, announced the completion of the graphic design of the "Green City Kigali" project, which will be built in Kinyinya Sector, beginning in… Read more »
August 23
Rwanda: REMA Reassures Public Over Lake Kivu Methane Gas Safety
The Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) has dismissed reports suggesting an elevated risk of methane gas explosion in Lake Kivu, assuring the public that safety measures… Read more »
August 19
Rwanda: Bralirwa Supports 250 Households to Gain Access to Safe Drinking Water
Last week, Bralirwa Plc supported 250 households in Munyiginya sector, Rwamagana District, to gain access to safe drinking water through a donation of ceramic water filters, in… Read more »
Rwanda: The Impact of EU Deforestation Regulations On Rwanda
The EU's Deforestation Regulations (EUDR), set to become active in December 2024 will propose sanctions on trading commodities that are not deemed environmentally friendly. Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Rwanda's Rwf154 Bn Budget for Climate Change Adaptation
The Ministry of Environment has secured Rwf154.4 billion in the 2024/2025 fiscal budget, which commenced in July. This year's budget theme is "Sustainable Economic Transformation… Read more »
August 07
Rwanda: Rwanda Secures $39m to Restore Congo-Nile Divide
Planned activities to restore the Congo-Nile Divide region are expected to kick off this month, following a $39.1 million grant secured by the government to curb deforestation… Read more »
Rwanda: Climate-Resilient Assets Improve Food Security in Rutsiro
Farmers in Rutsiro District are witnessing high agricultural productivity following the construction of terraces and restoration of marshlands as climate-resilient assets aligned… Read more »
July 30
Rwanda: COP29 - Rwanda Advocates for Doubling of Climate Change Adaptation Finance
Rwanda, along with other developing nations, is urging developed countries--historically responsible for global warming--to fulfill their commitment to doubling climate change… Read more »
July 25
Rwanda: Environment Ministry's Permanent Secretary Under Investigation
The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Environment, Patrick Karera, is under criminal investigation by Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), national broadcaster RBA reported on… Read more »