December 28, 2022
Rwanda: Christmas - Over 70 People Arrested for Drunk Driving - Police
71 people were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol over the past four days (24-27), the Rwanda National Police (RNP) has revealed. Read more »
Rwanda/Ghana: AS Kigali Edge Closer to Signing Ghanaian Striker
Rwanda Premier League table leaders AS Kigali are on the verge of sealing a two-year deal with Ghanaian striker Moro Sumaila from Etincelles Football Club. Read more »
Rwanda: Former Catholic Cleric Convicted of Genocide Dies in Prison
Father Edouard Ntuliye, a Catholic Priest who was serving a life sentence for his role in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi passed on this week, The New Times has learned. Read more »
December 29, 2022
Rwanda: Héritier Ruvumbu Set to Rejoin Rayon Sports
Former Rayon Sports forward, Héritier Luvumbu Nzinga, arrived in Rwanda where he is expected to sign a year contract with Rayon Sports. Read more »
December 28, 2022
Rwanda: Africans to Tell Their Own Story Through New Afrofuturism Film
Tariro Washe, a Zimbabwean filmmaker and actress has teamed up with Rwandan producer Annette Uwizeye for a new Afrofuturism series of films titled 'AFRICANDA' that talks about the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandans React to Netflix's Ban On Password Sharing
The popular tagline "Netflix and Chill" has gradually been embedded into a variety of lifestyles with watch parties and more. However, the streaming site's decision to ban password… Read more »
Rwanda: Food and Beverage Prices Hiked During the Festive Season
Consumers of different alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as well as some food commodities are decrying hiked prices during the festive season. Read more »
December 27, 2022
Rwanda: The Highlights of Rwanda's Fashion Industry This Year
2022 was good for the local fashion industry as the creative and art sector in Rwanda experienced recovery from the pandemic, and attracted more refined players. New fashion… Read more »
December 28, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda Outlines Contingency Measures to Counter Future Pandemics
Speaking to The New Times, Edson Rwagasore, the Division Manager, Public Health Surveillance and Emergency Preparedness and Response at the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) said the… Read more »
December 27, 2022
Rwanda: Legislation - Five Bills That Got People Talking in 2022
As part of its responsibilities, the Parliament of Rwanda in 2022 deliberated on bills about different issues including income tax, public finance management, contraception of… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt to Connect 60% of Primary Schools to Internet in Two Years
The government of Rwanda is planning to connect at least 60 per cent of primary schools to the internet by 2024. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Mugisha Lands Tennis Scholarship in U.S.
Rwanda's tennis prodigy Emmy Mugisha will fly to the United States Friday, December 30, to start his tennis scholarship at Bethel University, a private Christian university and… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Premier League First Round in Numbers
The first round of the Rwanda Premier League has been an intriguing one, producing a series of results worth highlighting in numbers. Read more »
Rwanda: Celebrity Weddings of 2022
From artistes and actors to public figures and athletes, a succession of celebrities exchanged their vows this year. Unlike last year, 2022 did not see many celebrities tie the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rayon Sports in Race to Sign Peter Agblevor
Rayon Sports have joined the race to sign Musanze FC striker Peter Agblevor as they move to make the Ghanaian attacker a priority ahead of the January transfer window, Times Sport… Read more »
December 24, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda Premier League Return Leg Rescheduled to January 20
The second round of Rwanda Premier League, which was initially due to kick off February 5, has been rescheduled to January 20 as per the revised 2022/23 football calendar announced… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Plans to Acquire Injectable HIV/Aids Drugs
Rwanda is planning to acquire injectable antiretroviral drugs as a way of continuing to intensify the fight against HIV/AIDs in the country. Read more »
December 23, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda Announces Two Extra Public Holidays as Festive Season Kicks in
The Government of Rwanda has declared to Chistmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and January 2 -- which are usually on holidays. Read more »
December 25, 2022
Rwanda: 130 Young Athletes to Start Early Preps for Dakar 2026
A total of 130 young athletes were identified to start early preparations for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games that will take place in Dakar, Senegal. Read more »
Rwanda: No Major Losses After Fire Outbreak at Traffic Headquarters - RNP
A fire that broke out at the headquarters of the Traffic and Road Safety department of the Rwanda National Police (RNP) on Sunday did not cause any major losses, the RNP has said. Read more »
Rwanda: 57 Babies Born on Christmas in Kigali
At least 57 babies were born on Christmas 2022 in four major hospitals in Kigali and some of them instantly got the truest of Christmas names. Read more »
Rwanda: Eastern Province Embraces Technology to Foster Evidence Based Planning
A digital tool called the Digital Information System (DIS) has been established to be used by digital information centers in the Eastern province. Read more »
Rwanda: Arsenal FC Female Players Visit Rwanda
Four female footballers of Arsenal FC Women's team have visited Rwanda recently and taken part in a number of touristic activities. Read more »
Rwanda: Amavubi to Hold Training Camp in January
National football team, Amavubi, is set to hold a two-week training camp in January, 2023 with only local players, according to local football governing body (Ferwafa) spokesperson… Read more »
December 26, 2022
Rwanda: 4 Killed in Accidents Between Christmas and Boxing Day - RNP
Four people lost their lives in accidents that occurred in different parts of the country between Christmas and Boxing Day, the Rwanda National Police (RNP) has said. Read more »