September 26, 2023
Rwanda: MPs Set to Approve Rwf63 Billion for Water Treatment Plant
Lawmakers are set to convene in an extraordinary sitting on Tuesday afternoon to approve financing agreements including $52 million (about Rwf62.8 billion) for the expansion of… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Hosts Course to Address Child Recruitment in Armed Violence
The Regional Lead Trainers Course on Prevention of Recruitment and Use of Children in Armed Violence commenced on Monday, September 25, at Rwanda Peace Academy (RPA) training… Read more »
September 25, 2023
Rwanda: Nine Major Incentives in Rwanda's Proposed Startup Act
Rwanda could soon join a select group of African countries that implemented a startup Act, which the government hopes will spur the development of the country's tech-based services… Read more »
Rwanda: Local AI Firm on Enhancing Infrastructure to Preserve Kinyarwanda
Technology is advancing at a high pace, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) playing a pivotal role. However, it's worth noting that certain AI tools, such as Google Translate and… Read more »
Rwanda: University of Rwanda Student Develops AI Platform to Provide Expert Advice to Farmers
Theofrida Maginga, a PhD candidate at the African Center of Excellence in Internet of Things (ACEIoT) at the University of Rwanda (UR) specializing in Embedded Computing Systems is… Read more »
Rwanda: NESA Refutes Reports of Suspension of 54 Schools
The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) has denied reports stating that 54 schools have been suspended. They assert that these reports were misunderstood… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Rwanda's 'Carbon Market Scheme'
Rwanda is set to unveil its carbon market scheme at the 28th UN Climate Summit, known as COP28, scheduled to take place from November 30 to December 12, at Expo City Dubai, The… Read more »
September 24, 2023
Rwanda: Locally Filmed Movie 'Fight Like a Girl' Bags Nominations at AMAAs
The Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) roster of nominees for the year 2023 is out, and the movie 'Fight Like a Girl' which features local actors Malaika Uwamahoro, Kennedy Jones… Read more »
Rwanda: City of Kigali Addresses Concerns About Tent Events
The City of Kigali authorities have addressed a few concerns brought to light by businesspeople who use tents for various events, for example, weddings and other gatherings. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Mugwaneza Lands Top Job in FIBA's Competitions Commission
Barely two months after she was elected on the International Basketball Federation (FIBA)'s central board, Rwandan official Pascale Mugwaneza has been given additional… Read more »
Rwanda: Babyl Rwanda Reportedly Ceases Operations
Reports indicate that Babylon Health, operating as Babyl in Rwanda, has ceased its operations in the country. Read more »
Rwanda: Genocide - Former Kibuye Prefect Pierre Kayondo Arrested in France
Pierre Kayondo, a former prefect of Kibuye, has been arrested and indicted in France for his alleged role in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. Read more »
September 23, 2023
Rwanda: Anti-Rwanda U.S. Senator Bob Menendez Charged for Corruption
US Democratic Senator from New Jersey Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine Arslanian Menendez were on Friday, September 22, charged with corruption-related offences. Read more »
September 24, 2023
Rwanda: Kigali City Names Three Roads to Be Dedicated to Public Buses
Three road networks in Kigali will soon be dedicated to public buses during peak hours as a solution to traffic congestion in the capital. Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Govt's New Plan for Women's Financial Inclusion
Rwanda has made significant strides in terms of financial inclusion where the last 15 years saw an increased rate from 21 per cent to 77 per cent, in terms of access to formal… Read more »
Rwanda: What You May Have Missed At the All-Star Concert
Following the highly anticipated All-Star game by the Rwanda Basketball League, a concert took place featuring artistes such as Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Kivumbi King, and more.… Read more »
Rwanda: 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Felt in Rwanda
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake hit Rwanda on Sunday, August 24, for a very brief period of time at approximately 4:21pm. Read more »
September 22, 2023
Rwanda: Gen Z Comedy Show Thrills Fans in Style
When organisers of Gen Z Comedy Show, comprised of young and upcoming talented comedians, announced its relocation at Camp Kigali, known for hosting big events, some people… Read more »
September 21, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Sits 139th in the World in Latest FIFA Ranking
Rwanda are 40th in Africa and 139th in the world respectively in the latest Coca Cola FIFA ranking released by the world football governing body on Thursday, September 21. Read more »
Rwanda: Five Major Economic Highlights in First Six Months of 2023
The central bank on September 20 gave insights on how Rwanda's economy performed in the first six months of 2023, the results of monetary policy decisions taken, and an outlook on… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Premier League Board Rejects RBA's Rwf380 Million Broadcast Deal
Rwanda Premier League Board (RPLB) has turned down a Rwf380 million offer that Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA) tabled to secure the broadcast rights of the 2023/24 topflight… Read more »
Rwanda: Tshisekedi Meets Rwandans Fighting Kigali in New York
DR Congo President Etienne Tshisekedi on Wednesday, September 20, met in New York, with a group of self-exiled Rwandans headed by fugitive Eugene Richard Gasana, The New Times has… Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali Sounds Warning about Deadly Rains in High-Risk Zone
A mother and two children died on Wednesday night, September 20, when heavy rain destroyed their home in a high-risk zone of the City of Kigali. Read more »
Rwanda: Alleged Serial Killer Kazungu Appears In Court
Suspected serial killer Denis Kazungu was on Thursday, September 21, arraigned before Kicukiro Primary Court and charged with 10 counts including murder, rape, forgery, and… Read more »
September 07, 2023
Rwanda: Unesco Boss Backs Listing of Rwanda's Genocide Memorials on World Heritage Site
Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), has advocated for the inclusion of Rwanda's genocide memorial… Read more »