Rwanda: Senator Donatille Mukabalisa Passes On

Senator and former Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies Donatille Mukabalisa passed away due to an illness, Senate President François-Xavier Kalinda said on Thursday, July 30. Read more »

Rwanda: Who Was Senator Donatille Mukabalisa?

Donatille Mukabalisa, a Senator and former Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies who also served as leader of the Liberal Party (PL), has died on Thursday, July 30, due to an illness.… Read more »

Rwanda: Obadiah Noel - Former APR Star Joins Patriots Ahead of Rbl Playoffs

American guard Obadiah Noel has joined Patriots ahead of the Rwanda Basketball League playoffs, which are scheduled to run from August 5 to 28. Read more »

Rwanda: When Will Kinshasa Realize the Gods Must Be Crazy?

In 1980, director Jamie Uys made cinematic history with the satirical comedy The gods must be crazy. The story begins with an act so ordinary that it appears insignificant. Flying… Read more »

Rwanda: $2.5m Scholarship Fund Targets Needy University Students

Education officials have called for more scholarship opportunities to help financially disadvantaged students access university, welcoming the launch of a new scholarship fund… Read more »

Rwanda: In the Digital Age, Our Devices Carry Both Evidence and Livelihoods

Over the past 32 years, Rwanda has built institutions centred on its people. Courts have become more accessible, banking services have reached communities, and government services… Read more »

Rwanda: Bank of Kigali Launches Wellness Festival to Promote Healthier Workplace

Bank of Kigali (BK) has launched the inaugural BK Wellness Festival 2026, a four-day initiative bringing together health experts, nutritionists, fitness professionals and wellness… Read more »

Rwanda: RPF Investigators Preserved Evidence of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi

Following the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, the RPF conducted extensive investigations, partnering with international bodies and the USC Shoah Foundation to preserve millions of… Read more »

Rwanda: Experts On Why Fires Increase in Dry Weather

Fire outbreaks become more common during the dry season because dry conditions make it easier for sparks to ignite combustible materials, according to fire risk management experts. Read more »

Africa: Research, Innovation Key to Africa's Seed Market Ambitions

Africa can significantly increase its share of the estimated $85 billion global seed market by investing in agricultural research, strengthening seed systems, embracing innovation… Read more »

Rwanda: Inside Plan to Buy Solar Power From Households

The government is exploring a system that would allow households, businesses and institutions generating electricity from rooftop solar panels to sell surplus power to the national… Read more »

Rwanda: Why Scholarships, Innovation Are Key to Tripling Varsity Enrolment

The government has set one of Africa's most ambitious higher education targets: increasing tertiary enrolment from the current 9 percent to 27 percent by 2030, effectively tripling… Read more »

Rwanda: Why Eight Prenatal Visits Matter for Mothers and Babies

One in four pregnant women now complete the recommended eight antenatal care visits, according to the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), with health officials saying the programme is… Read more »

Rwanda: Photos - Niyonkuru Ends Rwanda's C'wealth Games Jinx With Historic Bronze

Rwanda has etched its name into Commonwealth Games history after Florence Niyonkuru won the bronze medal in the women's 10,000m final at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games on… Read more »

Rwanda: Over 2,000 Young Athletes Join National Talent Dev't Camp

More than 2,000 athletes aged under 17 have joined a Sports Development Training Camp being held at provincial level from July 28 to August 10. Read more »

Rwanda: Academic Calendar - Schools to Reopen On September 7

The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) has released the official academic calendar for the 2026/27 school year, with the first term set to begin on… Read more »

Rwanda: Rse Targets Banks, Insurers in Push for More Listings

The Rwanda Stock Exchange (RSE) has launched a campaign to encourage banks and insurance companies that are not yet listed to join the exchange, as it seeks to increase the number… Read more »

Rwanda: 'Be Problem Solvers, Not Complainers,' Kagame Tells Youth

President Paul Kagame has urged Rwandan youth to become problem solvers rather than complainers, encouraging them to take initiative, work together and pursue solutions instead of… Read more »

Uganda: Rwanda Edge Uganda After Two Overtimes to Qualify for Fiba U18 Afrobasket

Rwanda U18 qualified for the 2026 FIBA Men's U18 AfroBasket Championship in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, after defeating Uganda 76-65 after two overtimes in the Zone V Qualifiers… Read more »

Africa: Rwanda Signs AU Convention On Ending Violence Against Women, Girls

Rwanda has signed the African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls, becoming the ninth African Union (AU) member state to join the landmark treaty. Read more »

Rwanda: How Akagera's Big Five Are Making a Comeback

Akagera National Park, Rwanda's only Big Five destination, is witnessing a remarkable wildlife recovery, with populations of lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes and leopards… Read more »

Rwanda: Tenge Tenge - Who's the Teen Tiktoker Headlining Kigali Kids Fest?

Ugandan internet sensation Tenge Tenge, 13, is set to visit Kigali for the first time when he headlines the Tintin Summer Festival on Saturday, August 1. Read more »

Rwanda: Your Pension Doubled and That Smaller Pay Slip Is Good News

If you are formally employed, you may have noticed a little less landing in your account each month. Since January 2025, the mandatory pension contribution rose from 6 percent to… Read more »

Rwanda: How Bat Conservation Protects People and Nature

For many people, the sight of bats hanging from trees sparks fear. Wildlife experts say that fear is often based on misconceptions. Read more »

Rwanda: Gisagara VC Target Nkurunziza As Doudou's Replacement

Kepler VC middle blocker John Nkurunziza is on the verge of sealing a return to Gisagara VC ahead of the 2026/27 season. Read more »