October 13, 2023
East Africa: Diamond Platnumz, Zuchu and Jux Added On Trace Awards Line-Up
Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Diamond Platnumz will soon jet in in Rwanda for Trace Awards, accompanied by two of East Africa's emerging talents, Zuchu and Jux, Trace has announced. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Artistes That Have Pulled Large Crowds
The Ben's Recent sold-out concert in Bujumbura, Burundi, was proof that Rwandan music is on the move and more than ever, local musicians are using their ability to satisfy global… Read more »
Rwanda: Why Law Governing Civil Aviation Is Under Review
A new bill governing the Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA) seeks to allow it to ensure civil aviation training and innovation in aviation, and to regulate and oversee relevant… Read more »
Rwanda: Exams Body Reassures Teachers Over Delayed Marking Allowances
Some teachers, who marked the national exams, have raised concerns about delayed payments since August after completing their tasks. Read more »
October 12, 2023
Rwanda: 'Rwf500,000 Bribe to Kill a Story' Gets YouTube Journalist Arrested
Theogene Manirakiza, a journalist and founder of Ukwezi TV, a YouTube-based platform, is in custody for allegedly receiving a bribe to not publish a story. Read more »
Rwanda: Mvuyekure Apologises for Controversial Red Card in Etoile Win
Rayon Sports midfielder Emmanuel Mvuyekure has apologized for the red cad he received during club's 2-1 win over Etoile de l'Est in a Primus National League encounter held at… Read more »
Rwanda: Major Methane Gas Exploitation Projects on Lake Kivu
Lake Kivu which has been nicknamed the 'killer lake' due to its concentrated explosive methane gases has multi-million-dollar projects aimed at extracting methane gas for different… Read more »
Rwanda: What Does It Take to Join Bayern Munich Academy Rwanda?
The Ministry of Sports last week announced that some 20 aspiring young football talents who were part of those selected to join the prestigious academy had been disqualified due to… Read more »
Rwanda: The New VAT Law - What Should Have Been Considered Differently?
On September 14, 2023, law nº 049/2023 of 05/09/2023 establishing value added tax (the new VAT law) was gazetted. Read more »
Rwanda: Rayon Sports is Like Home, Says Returning Muhire
Midfielder Kevin Muhire has branded Rayon Sports like 'home' as he prepares to embark on a third spell at the club. Read more »
October 13, 2023
Rwanda: Rwandans in Israel Are Safe - Envoy
Rwandans who are currently in Israel are safe, and none of them has been hurt during the ongoing fighting between Israel and Hamas terrorists, the country's ambassador to Rwanda,… Read more »
October 12, 2023
Rwanda: Eastern Province - Farmers Call for More Investment in Agri-Machinery
Farmers in Nyagatare and Kayonza districts have called upon investors to support them in acquiring agri-machinery, like tractors, so that they can increase the outcomes of farming… Read more »
Rwanda: Mobile World Congress Kigali Set to Accelerate Digital Innovation, Enhance Connectivity
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali, Africa's largest and most influential connectivity event, is poised to accelerate digital innovation and enhance connectivity, propelling… Read more »
Rwanda: Belgium Trial - Twahirwa's Ex-Wife Pins Him on Role in Genocide
The ex-wife of genocide suspect Seraphin Twahirwa has provided testimony regarding his involvement in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, primarily in Kigali. Read more »
Rwanda: e-Waste - MPs Call on Govt to Develop Effective Removal Strategy From Homes
Members of Parliament (MPs) have called upon the government to devise a clear plan for the removal of electronic waste (e-waste) from people's homes to collection centres and,… Read more »
Rwanda: Six Rwandan Students Develop Tech to Power China's First AI Satellite
The Rwanda Space Agency (RSA) and STAR.VISION Aerospace Limited (STAR.VISION) have made a leap in satellite technology by incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into China's… Read more »
October 11, 2023
Rwanda: Farmers Urged to Embrace Crop Rotation Amid Potato Farming Drop
The Rwanda Agriculture Board (RAB) has recommended that Irish potato farmers adopt proper crop rotation as a way to address agricultural malpractices leading to low production. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Achieves 70% Electricity Access, Set to Host Energy Conference
Rwanda has made remarkable progress in its pursuit of universal electricity access, achieving an access rate of 70 per cent, with 20 per cent of this success attributed to off-grid… Read more »
Rwanda: Nyamagabe Fish Ponds Ravaged as Forecaster Predicts Continued Heavy Rainfall
Nyamagabe, located in the Southern Province, is one of the nine districts experiencing the most intense rainfall this month, with precipitation levels ranging from 200 to 250… Read more »
Rwanda: HRW Does Not Own the Copyright on Human Rights
Rwanda's Ministry of Justice stopped responding to questions from Human Rights Watch in 2017 after at least seven Rwandans who the organisation claimed had been "summarily… Read more »
Rwanda: 180 Rwandan Police Peacekeepers in CAR Awarded UN Medals for Excellent Service, Sacrifice
Some 180 Rwandan Police peacekeepers serving under the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Central African Republic (MINUSCA) were on Wednesday, October 11,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Inaugurate BioNTech Vaccine Factory in December
Rwanda is set to inaugurate the BioNTech vaccine manufacturing plant in December, following the completion of its construction works, according to Dr Sabin Nsanzimana, Minister of… Read more »
Rwanda: Police Reminds Bars, Nightclubs to Respect Operating Hours
Rwanda National Police (RNP) has reminded owners of bars, nightclubs and other such hospitality establishments, to respect the set operation guidelines and hours. In August, Rwanda… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt to Save At Least Rwf20 Billion Annually After Shutting Down Diesel Power Plants
The Government of Rwanda is set to save at least an estimated Rwf 20 to 24 billion annually after switching off diesel power plants. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Consumer Prices Rise to 13.9% in September
Consumer prices on Rwandan market increased to 13.9 per cent in September compared to the same period in 2022, and the 12.3 per cent recorded in August. Read more »