November 21, 2023
Rwanda: Gicumbi - Six Cooperative Leaders Arrested Over Embezzlement
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has apprehended six leaders of COOTHEVM (Coopérative du Thé Villageois Mulindi) in Gicumbi District on charges related to the… Read more »
Rwanda/South Africa: 2026 WC Qualifier - Rwandan Players Optimistic Ahead of South Africa Test
There is a reason for optimism in Rwanda's dressing room as the home side take on South Africa in dicey Africa 2026 World Cup Group C qualifier at the Huye Stadium on Tuesday. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Remains Open to Refugees, Says Govt Spokesperson
Rwanda is an open and welcoming country for people seeking safety and refuge, government spokesperson Yolande Makolo has said. Read more »
Rwanda: FAO Supports Rwanda in Eradicating Peste Des Petits Ruminants (PPR)
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is supporting Rwanda's efforts towards eradicating the current outbreak of peste des petits ruminants (PPR) - also… Read more »
Rwanda: Miss Jolly Mutesi Bags Best Motivational Speaker of the Year Award
Miss Rwanda 2016 Jolly Mutesi, who is one of the most famous socialites in the country, has scooped Best Motivational Speaker of The Year at Zikomo Awards that was held on Saturday… Read more »
November 22, 2023
Rwanda: New UK-Rwanda Migration Treaty to 'Reemphasise' Initial Plan
A new treaty on migration between the United Kingdom and Rwanda will respond to concerns raised by the UK Supreme Court, according to the government of Rwanda. Read more »
November 21, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Ranked Fifth Most Environmentally Sustainable Country
Efforts in sustainability strategies, programmes, and investments have ranked Rwanda as the fifth most environmentally sustainable country in Africa, according to a new report. Read more »
November 20, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda, Cuba Seek to Bolster Bilateral Ties
Rwanda and Cuba want to strengthen their relations for an expanded cooperation which is currently predominated by education and health, The New Times understands. Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Meets Cuban Vice President
President Paul Kagame met Cuban Vice President Salvador Valdes Mesa and his visiting delegation at Urugwiro Village on Monday, November 20, and engaged him in discussions aimed at… Read more »
Rwanda: Ubongo Takes Digital Literacy Campaign to Burera
Ubongo, a continental edutainment powerhouse, on November 19, took its digital literacy campaign to Cyanika sector in Burera District to engage parents in supporting their… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda FDA Bans Over 20 Herbal Medicines Over Substandard Quality
The Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) has banned 22 herbal medicines that fail to meet safety and quality standards. Read more »
Rwanda: Legal Experts Talk Alternative Dispute Resolution and Criminal Justice Policies
While Rwandans currently appear to have a high reliance on litigation and bringing disputes to the courts, experts indicate that many of them would prefer dispute resolution… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Subsidizes Clean Cooking Technologies to Safeguard Forests
Ahead of its debut on the carbon market, the government has urged residents to embrace subsidized clean cooking technologies. These innovative solutions aim to alleviate pressure… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside FAO, EU, Rwanda's Initiative to Strengthen Food Quality, Plant Health
Rwanda has made efforts to enhance its oversight of food quality and plant health, known as phytosanitary capacities. The goal is to bring these systems in line with global… Read more »
Rwanda: NIRDA Explores Bamboo as Key Raw Material for Sustainable Construction
In a bid to promote sustainable construction practices, the National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) spearheaded an international bamboo conference to discuss… Read more »
Rwanda: Cuban Vice President in Rwanda
Cuban Vice President Salvador Valdes is in Rwanda on an official visit in the context of his current tour of the African continent that began on November 14, with Ghana as the… Read more »
Rwanda: Ex-Governor Gasana Appeals Remand Ruling
Former Eastern Province Governor Emmanuel Gasana has appealed the decision made by the Nyagatare Primary Court on November 15, which remanded him for 30 days. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 45 Experts Complete Course in Climate Change Analysis
More than 45 experts of whom 28 per cent are female from public, private and non-profit organizations have completed a capacity-building programme in climate change analysis and… Read more »
Rwanda: Pastor Rick Warren Announces Return to Rwanda
Renowned American evangelist, Pastor Rick Warren, revealed that he will be returning to Kigali from November 28 to December 2. Read more »
Rwanda: Kaspersky Official On Setting Up Transparency Centre in Kigali
Russian multinational cybersecurity and anti-virus provider, Kaspersky Lab, recently launched its transparency centre in Kigali, making it the first of its kind on the African… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Releases Guide On Early Learning, Development
Rwanda joined the rest of the world to celebrate World Children's Day on November 20, with an aim to promote their rights. Read more »
Rwanda: Handball - Rwanda in Search of Permanent Head Coach
Local handball governing body (FERWAHAND) is looking for a new head coach for the senior men's handball team ahead of next year's Africa Men's Handball Cup of Nations. Read more »
Africa: 2026 WC Qualifiers - 5 Key Duels to Watch As Rwanda Take On South Africa
Frank Spittler's Rwanda return to action on Tuesday, November 21, when they welcome South Africa at Huye Stadium in a match whose winner will move at the top of Group C in the 2026… Read more »
November 18, 2023
Rwanda: Kigali Reacts to Tshisekedi War Rhetoric
Deputy Government Spokesperson Alain Mukuralinda responded to new accusations from DR Congo that Rwanda is destabilising the neighbouring country's security. Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali Hosts First Regional Inter-Parliamentary Forum on Digital Health, Data Governance
The first East African Community (EAC) Annual Inter-parliamentary Forum on Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) or Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH)… Read more »