August 29, 2023
Rwanda: RDB Releases New Night-Time Regulations
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has released new regulations on night-time activities including commercial entertainment and businesses that serve alcoholic beverages. Read more »
August 30, 2023
Rwanda: Mike Kayihura, Alyn Sano, Kivumbi to Perform at Blankets & Wine Kigali
Organisers of the famous Blankets & Wine slated for September 3, at Canal Olympia, Rebero have announced that the much anticipated show will feature a diverse lineup of… Read more »
August 29, 2023
Rwanda: Faces of Baby Gorillas to Be Named Unveiled
The annual gorilla naming ceremony is slated for September 1 and will see 23 baby mountain gorillas born in the last 12 months named. Read more »
Rwanda: Unpacking Rwanda's Plan to Become a Medical Tourism Hub
Besides achieving Universal Healthcare Coverage for all citizens, Rwanda has an ambitious target of becoming a medical tourism hub where people from various parts of the continent… Read more »
Rwanda: Bruce Melodie Refutes Rumours of Leaving 1:55am Record Label
Renowned Rwandan musician, Bruce Itahiwacu, popularly known as Bruce Melodie, has said that he is still part of 1:55 AM record label and that he has no plans of parting ways with… Read more »
Rwanda: New Envoys Pledge to Deepen Trade Ties
New envoys from different countries have expressed their commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation with Rwanda in various sectors, including ICT, agriculture, artificial… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Choice of FC Bayern is 'A Strategic Match for Tourism and Sports Growth'
The rationale behind Rwanda's decision to collaborate with FC Bayern Munich was a well-calculated and multifaceted move that will see Rwanda's football and tourism industries grow… Read more »
Rwanda: German Trained Coaches on How Bayern Academy Will Impact Football in Rwanda
With the proposed Bayern Munich academy coming to Rwanda, local coaches who know a thing or two about German football have said it is a good move that can make an impact on the… Read more »
Rwanda: Sand Mining Business Thrives in Western Province
Sand extraction from the Sebeya and Giciye rivers, located in Rubavu and Nyabihu districts, has evolved into a thriving industry, capitalizing on the surging construction… Read more »
Rwanda: UK Minister Andrew Mitchell Expected in Rwanda
Andrew Mitchell, the United Kingdom's Minister of State for Development and Africa is expected in Rwanda on Thursday, August 31 for a three-day visit, the British High Commission… Read more »
Rwanda: Nyamasheke Mayor Dismissed
Nyamasheke District Council on August 28 dismissed Appolonie Mukamasabo from the position of mayor citing misconduct and failure to accomplish her duties. Read more »
August 28, 2023
Rwanda: Shaiboub's Strike Fires APR FC Past Police in Crunch Duel
Midfielder Sharaf Shaiboub scored the lone goal of the game as APR started their Rwanda Premier League title defense on a bright note with a narrow 1-0 win over Police FC in crunch… Read more »
Rwanda: Western Province Governor, Land Authority Boss Fired
President Paul Kagame has dropped François Habitegeko as Governor of Western Province and Espérance Mukamana who was Director General of the National Land Authority. Read more »
Rwanda: Agri-Business Experts on Need for Inclusive Workforce Recruitment
Agri-business players are urging fellow business people to prioritise hiring based on competence, rather than overlooking capable individuals living with disabilities. Those who… Read more »
Rwanda: How Can AfCFTA's U.S.$10 Billion Fund Benefit Rwandan Women, Youth Traders?
Rwandan women and youth traders should seize the various opportunities provided by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) 'Adjustment Fund', Denis Karera, a businessman… Read more »
Rwanda: Ssekisambu, Osaluwe Edge Closer to AS Kigali Move
AS Kigali are closing in on Rayon Sports Raphael Osaluwe and former Kiyovu Sports striker Erisa Keith Ssekisambu with few days remaining before the transfer window closes. Read more »
Rwanda: Walking Football - Rwanda Finishes 9th in 2023 World Cup
Rwanda Walking Football national team finished in the ninth place out of 16 teams that competed in the 2023 World Nations Cup that concluded at St George's Park, United Kingdom,… Read more »
Rwanda: Cabo Delgado - What Death of Terror Kingpin Ibn Omar Means
Mozambique announced on Friday, August 25, that a leader of the terrorists in the country's northernmost province of Cabo Delgado, Bonomade Machude Omar, also known as Ibn Omar,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Biomedical Centre Relies on Youth Centres, Campaigns to Curb HIV in Eastern Province
Officials at the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) are emphasizing community engagement, the utilization of youth centers, and parental involvement as key measures to counter the high… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Awaits Solid Commitments on Emission Cuts at Climate Summit
Rwanda's Minister for Environment, Jeanne d'Arc Mujawamariya, has said the country expects tangible commitments and pledges to increase access to reliable low-carbon energy during… Read more »
Rwanda: Christopher Off to the U.S., Set to Start Music Tour
Christopher Muneza, popularly known as Christopher, has left Rwanda for the US where he is expected to perform in six states as part of his US tour slated for September. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's European Club Sponsorships - Assessing the Return on Investment
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) on Sunday, August 27 announced a new sponsorship deal with German football giants Bayern Munich, marking a continued effort to position Rwanda as a… Read more »
Rwanda: Prince Kid, Miss Elsa to Wed on September 1
Dieudonne Ishimwe, popularly known as Prince Kid, and Miss Rwanda 2017 Elsa Iradukunda will officially tie the knot on Friday, September 1. Read more »
Rwanda: Explainer - Inside Rwanda's Partnership Deal With Bayern Munich
Rwanda has seen its tourism sector thrive through strategic collaborations with sports giants such as Arsenal, PSG, and the Basketball Africa League. As of August 27, another… Read more »
August 26, 2023
Rwanda: Gender Ministry Releases Guidelines to Stronger Marriages, Happy Families
The Ministry of Gender and Family Promotion (MIGEPROF) has unveiled a comprehensive guide with an aim to prepare individuals intending to get married and provide support to couples… Read more »