July 25, 2023
Rwanda: STEM Inclusion Key to Rwanda's Tech Journey - ICT Minister
The Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, emphasised the importance of creating a sustainable and inclusive future, and fostering diversity in STEM-related domains as… Read more »
Rwanda: Global Initiative Founder on Championing Women's Reproductive Health Rights
In the ongoing battle for women's reproductive health rights and the fight against HIV, acknowledging the intersectionality of various issues is crucial. Read more »
Rwanda: Gold Tops Rwanda Mineral Exports
Rwanda's mineral exports brought in over $362 million (nearly Rwf 426 billion) between April and June 2023, according to the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB). Read more »
Rwanda/Gambia: Gambian Goalie Jobe Admits Musanze Move Happened 'So Fast'
The Gambia national team goalkeeper Alagie Modou Jobe has opened up on reasons that convinced him to sign for Rwanda Premier League club Musanze FC. Read more »
Rwanda: Musanze Vice Mayor Resigns Over 'Sectarian' Gathering
Andrew Mpuhwe Rucyahana on July 24 resigned from his duties as Vice Mayor of Musanze District due to the act of officiating as guest of honour during a clan event in Kinigi Sector. Read more »
July 24, 2023
Rwanda: Meet Rwandan Players for 2023 Davis Cup Africa Group IV
As Kigali is hosting the Davis Cup Africa IV championship for the second time in a row, Rwanda will be looking to move one step forward from finishing as first runners-up in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Gender Minister Bayisenge Gets Award for Championing Gender Equality
Jeannette Bayisenge, the Minister of Gender and Family Promotion, was Monday, July 24 given the Dream Up, Speak Up, Stand Up (DUSUSU) Award for her exceptional efforts in advancing… Read more »
Rwanda: Why 2023 Could Be Rwanda's Biggest Year Musically
We are only halfway into 2023, but more than ever, Rwandan music is dominating global charts and producing projects that are sitting right next to the likes of Asake, Wiz Khalifa… Read more »
Rwanda: FIBA Women's Afrobasket 2023 - Five Things You Should Know
Excitement draws up in Kigali as the city prepares to host the 28th edition of the FIBA Women's Afrobasket tournament which tips off at BK Arena on Friday, July 28 and runs until… Read more »
Rwanda: Ordinary, Advanced Level National Exams Start July 25
More than 200,000 candidates, comprising Ordinary level and Advanced level students, are set to begin their National Exams on Tuesday, July 25, across the country, the National… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Players in High Spirits Ahead of 2023 FIBA Women's Afrobasket
Rwanda's national women team is exuding confidence and determination to lift the 2023 FIBA Women's Afrobasket championship at home. Read more »
Rwanda: MTN Rwanda Launches Its Own 4G Network
MTN Rwanda, the largest telecommunications company in Rwanda, on Sunday, July 23, launched its own 4G LTE network, marking yet another milestone in revolutionising Rwanda's digital… Read more »
Rwanda: Carbon Trading - Indigenous Trees to Take Up 40% of Country's Forests #AfricaClimateHope
Rwanda is planning to plant more trees, of which 40 per cent must be indigenous species, in order to access the carbon market, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 2 Million Children to Receive Polio Jab
The government on Monday, July 24, launched a comprehensive vaccination campaign against Polio 2, following reported cases of the disease in neighboring African countries,… Read more »
Rwanda: IRMCT Chief Prosecutor to Visit Rwanda, Brief Genocide Survivors on Kayishema's Trial
The Chief Prosecutor of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT), Serge Brammertz, is scheduled to visit Rwanda from 24 to 28 July 2023 to provide a… Read more »
Rwanda: Mugisha, Ingabire Win Legacy Sakumi Race as Ruhumuriza Tops Veterans
Star riders Mosie Mugisha and Diane Ingabire soloed to the finish line at the BK Arena to win Sunday's Legacy Sakumi Anselme Race in style. Read more »
Rwanda: Five Key Highlights of Congo-Brazzaville President's Visit to Rwanda
The President of the Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville), Denis Sassou N'guesso, concluded a three-day State Visit to Rwanda from July 21 to 23, aimed at bolstering the bilateral… Read more »
July 23, 2023
Rwanda: Rwandan Duo Off to Japan for World Aquatics Championships
Rwandan Swimmers Cedric Niyibizi and Claudette Ishimwe on Sunday afternoon, July 23, left for Japan ahead of the forthcoming World Aquatics championships due in Fukuoka, from Jul… Read more »
Rwanda: University of Rwanda Tips Beekeepers On Smart Hive Tech
The University of Rwanda's African Center of Excellence in Internet of Things (ACEIoT), conducted a specialized training session for beekeepers associated with beekeeping… Read more »
July 24, 2023
Rwanda: Ferrer's Amavubi Future to Be Determined On Monday
Amavubi head coach Carlos Alos Ferrer has confirmed that he could resign from the job just four months after signing a new two-year deal. Read more »
Rwanda: Date Set for District By-Elections
The National Electoral Commission (NEC) has revealed that by-elections for district councillors to fill vacant positions in Rubavu district will be held on August 11, according to… Read more »
July 23, 2023
Rwanda: Over 90 Country Representatives Attend Conference on Conservation Biology in Kigali
Rwanda is hosting the 2023 International Conference on Conservation Biology (ICCB 2023) slated for July 23-27, under the theme, "The Future is Now: Sustaining Biodiversity for… Read more »
Rwanda: MPs Propose 'Adequate' Vat Reward to Consumers as Law is Passed
added tax reward provided for by a new law should be meaningful enough to serve its intended result: to encourage consumers to request electronic receipts for their purchases and… Read more »
Rwanda: Airtel Rwanda Launches Its Own 4G LTE Network
Airtel Rwanda on Saturday, July 22, announced the roll-out of its much-anticipated 4G LTE internet services for individuals, homes, and businesses. Read more »
July 21, 2023
Rwanda: NCBA Rwanda CEO Calls for Mental Health Integration to Empower Women
The Chief Executive Officer of NCBA Rwanda, Lina Mukashyaka Higiro, highlighted the importance of promoting not only women's voices, choices, and power, but also integrating mental… Read more »