August 22, 2023
Rwanda: Belgian Court Stays Trial of Genocide Suspect Basabose Despite Sickness Claims
A court in Belgium has ruled that Pierre Basabose, a Rwandan accused of the Genocide against the Tutsi, will face trial despite Belgian prosecution claiming that he has been… Read more »
August 19, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Condemns Hate Speech Against Rwandophones
On her visit to DR Congo earlier in August, the United States under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland condemned hate speech targeted at Kinyarwanda-speaking Congolese communities,… Read more »
August 17, 2023
Rwanda: Why Genocide Suspect Kabuga Will Struggle to Get Host Country
Suspected genocide mastermind Felicien Kabuga may find it difficult to get a country that will host him if he is released from the United Nations Detention Facility in The… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Singapore Eye Deeper Judicial Cooperation
Chief Justice, Faustin Ntezilyayo, on Wednesday, August 16, began a three-day working visit to Singapore aimed at strengthening judicial cooperation between both countries. Read more »
August 16, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Sanctions Three Officials
The United States government on August 16, announced sanctions on three conservation officials from DR Congo due to their "involvement in significant corruption," including the… Read more »
August 15, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: UN Troops in DR Congo to Withdraw - Guterres
United Nations peacekeepers in DR Congo will begin departing the country in an "accelerated withdrawal," the global body's Secretary General Antonio Guterres has said, confirming… Read more »
August 16, 2023
Rwanda: Top U.S. Diplomat Says Held Call With Kagame Over Rwanda-DR Congo Border Tensions
United States' State Secretary Antony Blinken said he held a phone call with Rwandan President Paul Kagame on Tuesday during which the two leaders discussed escalating tensions on… Read more »
August 14, 2023
Rwanda: Canadian General Relives Rwandan Experience in New Book
Romeo Dallaire, a military general-turned humanitarian and human rights advocate, is set to launch his fourth book, whose sole message is a call on humanity to strive for peace. Read more »
August 11, 2023
Rwanda: UN Honours Rwandan Peacekeepers in South Sudan
Rwandan troops in South Sudan were on Thursday, August 10 decorated with United Nations medals in recognition for their contribution to peacekeeping and security in the country. Read more »
Rwanda: Minister Biruta in Ethiopia for Bilateral Talks
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Vincent Biruta, has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for a working visit aimed at boosting the longstanding… Read more »
August 10, 2023
Rwanda: Canadian Grandmaster to Hold Shotokan Karate Seminar in Kigali
Canadian Karate instructor, Denis Houde, will visit Rwanda where he will lead a Karate training seminar that will take place at Ecole Notre Dame des Anges Remera, Kigali from… Read more »
Rwanda: Diplomacy - Ten Reasons Why Rwanda-Jordan Ties Matter
The Rwandan government on Wednesday, August 9 announced that it will open a diplomatic mission in Jordan, a Middle Eastern country with rich culture and history. Read more »
August 09, 2023
Rwanda: Rwandans Can Now Go to Jordan Visa-Free
Rwandan citizens traveling to Jordan no longer need visas as per a reciprocity deal signed by both countries' Ministers of Foreign Affairs. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Open Diplomatic Mission in Jordan
Rwanda has decided to have a diplomatic presence in Amman, the capital of Jordan, Foreign Affairs Minister Vincent Biruta announced on August 9 during his two-day official visit to… Read more »
August 07, 2023
Morocco: Morocco Coach Reynald Pedros Hopeful of Upsetting France
Morocco women's national team head coach Reynald Pedros says he is well abreast with the French team which is a big advantage for his side ahead of the pair's round of 16 clash of… Read more »
Rwanda: Private Sector Central to Development - Madagascar President
The private sector is a key contributor to any country's development ambitions, President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar, said on Monday, August 7, during a bilateral business forum… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame, Rajoelina Hold Talks
President Paul Kagame and his guest, President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar, on Monday, August 7, held tête-à-tête shortly after attending a Rwanda-Madagascar… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Madagascar Sign Private Sector Agreement to Boost Economic Cooperation
Rwanda and Madagascar on August 7 signed an agreement forging private sector cooperation between both countries as crucial contributors to economic development. Read more »
Rwanda: Madagascar - a Sneak Peek Into the 'Eighth Continent,' Home to Rich Cultural Diversity
President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar is in Rwanda for a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries. Read more »
August 06, 2023
Rwanda: Departing Israeli Envoy Pays Tribute to RPA Liberators
Israeli Ambassador to Rwanda, Ron Adam, expressed his respect and admiration for the courageous RPA fighters who played a pivotal role in rescuing countless lives during the 1994… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Congratulates Arsenal After Community Sheild Triumph
President Paul Kagame has congratulated Arsenal after the Premier League side staged a late comeback to edge treble winners Manchester City 4-1 on penalty shootout to win the 2023… Read more »
Rwanda: Madagascar President Jets in
The President of Madagascar, Andry Rajoelina, arrived in Rwanda on August 6, for a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. Read more »
August 02, 2023
Rwanda: Over 200 Attend Kwibohora Festivities in Abu Dhabi
Rwandans pinned their hope on unity, accountability, and thinking big to transform the country from rubbles into a thriving nation in the new post-liberation era, the acting… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, TIME Magazine Partner to Amplify Africa's Global Presence
Rwanda and TIME Magazine UK Ltd have entered a strategic partnership that will see the strengthening of the country's and Africa's footprints on the global stage. Read more »
Rwanda: New Joint Venture to Explore Lithium in Rwanda
Aterian PLC, a UK-based mining company has signed a joint venture agreement with Rio Tinto Mining and Exploration Ltd and Kinunga Mining Ltd to explore Lithium in Rwanda. Read more »