August 06, 2023
Rwanda: Departing Israeli Envoy Pays Tribute to RPA Liberators
Israeli Ambassador to Rwanda, Ron Adam, expressed his respect and admiration for the courageous RPA fighters who played a pivotal role in rescuing countless lives during the 1994… Read more »
Rwanda: I Am a Living Miracle - DJ Dizzo
During the 'Ally Soudy and Friends Live Show' which took place at the former Camp Kigali on August 5, DJ Dizzo was among the celebrities called on the stage to interact with the… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Congratulates Arsenal After Community Sheild Triumph
President Paul Kagame has congratulated Arsenal after the Premier League side staged a late comeback to edge treble winners Manchester City 4-1 on penalty shootout to win the 2023… Read more »
Rwanda: Madagascar President Jets in
The President of Madagascar, Andry Rajoelina, arrived in Rwanda on August 6, for a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. Read more »
Rwanda: Sudanese Academician on Expanding Medical University to Rwanda
Rwanda welcomed over 200 Sudanese students from the University of Medical Sciences and Technology (UMST) of Khartoum, Sudan, on August 2 to complete their studies following the… Read more »
Central Africa: Museveni, Kenyatta Discuss DR Congo Security Crisis
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on Saturday, August 5, received Kenya's former President Uhuru Kenyatta, who is the facilitator of the East African Community (EAC)-led peace… Read more »
Rwanda: Rayon Sports 0-1 Kenyan Police FC - Muguna's Winner Spoils Blues' Party
Forward Kenneth Muguna scored the lone goal as Kenyan Police FC beat Rayon Sport FC 1-0 in a preseason friendly held at Kigali Pelé Stadium on Saturday. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Okonkwo Named 2023 Women's Afrobasket MVP
Nigerian ace Amy Okonkwo has been named the Tissot Most Valuable Player (MVP) after a huge role in helping her country clinch their fourth straight FIBA Women's AfroBasket… Read more »
August 05, 2023
Rwanda: Extension of Parliamentarians Tenure Effected, Revised Rwanda Constitution Published
Current members of Parliament will serve an extra year as per the government's earlier request to hold both presidential and parliamentary elections at the same time. Read more »
Rwanda: I Scaled Rwanda's Peak - Let Me Take You There
As an ardent hiker and proud Rwandan, I hold deep within my heart an unquenchable thirst for exploration, a thirst that has led me on countless journeys across our glorious… Read more »
Rwanda: Ironman 70.3 Triathlon Race 2023 Underway in Rubavu
awaited Ironman 70.3 triathlon race is finally here with Rubavu District hosting the annual event for the second time in a row. Read more »
Rwanda: It's Rayon Sports Day in Kigali As Mukura Turns 60
It is a special Saturday of football celebration as players, coaches, management and fans gather at Kigali Pele Stadium for the routine Rayon Sports Day while Mukura welcome APR FC… Read more »
Rwanda: Inganzo Ngari Deliver Cultural Edutainment, Leave Revelers Wanting More
In celebration of Umuganura and King Ruganzu 2 Ndoli's legacy, one of Rwanda's most acclaimed traditional dance troupe, Inganzo Ngari's perfomance highlighted Rwanda's rich culture… Read more »
August 04, 2023
Nigeria: Women's Afrobasket - Rwanda Vs. Mali for Bronze, Nigeria Vs. Senegal for Title
Defending champions D'Tigress of Nigeria secured their spot in the final of the 2023 FIBA Women's Afrobasket tournament by overcoming hosts Rwanda, on Thursday, August 3. Read more »
August 03, 2023
Rwanda: Public Warned to Take Precautions After Wildfire Guts 20 Hectares of Karongi Forests
A massive fire gutted 20 hectares of residents' forests in three sectors of Karongi district on Thursday, August 4. The fire affected the sectors of Bwishyura, Gitesi and Rwankuba. Read more »
Rwanda: Women's Afrobasket - Rwanda, Nigeria Rub Shoulders in Semifinals Showdown
The stage is set at the BK Arena as Rwanda goes head to head with African giants Nigeria ahead of Thursday evening's FIBA Women's Afrobasket semifinal clash. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Revises Banking Law to Better Position as Financial Hub
As Rwanda positions itself as an international financial centre, the government has tabled a bill seeking to amend the 2017 law governing banking. The proposed amendments aim to… Read more »
Rwanda: 15 Questions With Retired Goalie Eric 'Bakame' Ndayishimiye
Goalkeeper Eric 'Bakame' Ndayishimiye announced his retirement from professional football on July 18, after 18 years during which he established himself as one of the best… Read more »
Rwanda: Mugiraneza to Be Appointed Musanze Assistant Coach
Just a few days after calling time from professional football as a player, Jean Baptiste 'Miggy' Mugiraneza is likely to begin the new season on the touchline after reaching an… Read more »
Rwanda: Experts Weigh in on Bill Requiring Airlines to Share Passenger Details
Rwanda's newly proposed law that may require airlines to provide, in advance, passenger information and name record data to the Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration… Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali to Host African Super League Headquarters
The newly-established African Super League franchise will have its headquarters in Kigali, Weekend Sport can confirm. Read more »
Rwanda/Burundi: Haringingo Appointed Sofapaka FC Head Coach
Burundian gaffer Francis Haringingo has agreed to coach Kenyan Premier League side Sofapaka FC on a two-year deal. Read more »
August 02, 2023
Rwanda: Rwandan Women Shaping Country's Green Growth Agenda
Under the country's 2050 vision, Rwanda has committed to become a carbon-neutral and climate-resilient economy by the middle of the century. In June, the country unveiled an… Read more »
August 03, 2023
Rwanda/Uganda: Imanizabayo Completes Kampala Queens Move
Rwanda international Florence Imanizabayo has completed her move to Ugandan women's league champions Kampala Queens on a one-year deal. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Development Board Boss Reassures Businesses in Wake of New Night-Time Regulations
The Chief Executive Officer of Rwanda Development Board (RDB), Clare Akamanzi says the decision by Cabinet on Tuesday, August 1 to set a closing time for night-time activities is… Read more »