July 19, 2023
Rwanda: Club Intwali Gears Up for 'Heart of Africa' Concert
All is set for the 'Heart of Africa' concert organised by Club Intwali which is scheduled to take place this Saturday, July 22, at Kaso Kigali. Read more »
Rwanda: NCBA Bank Rwanda on How Gender-Inclusive Policies Have Made Life Easier
Promoting and emulating gender equality in all aspects of life is one of the universal goals Rwanda has pushed to the forefront, and NCBA Bank's policy for parents with newborns is… Read more »
Rwanda: Mukansanga Back on Big Stage as FIFA Women's World Cup Kicks Off
Celebrated Rwandan international referee Salima Mukansanga is set to hit the stage to prove yet again why world football governing body (FIFA) selected her among match officials… Read more »
Rwanda: Women Deliver - Herstory Initiative Launched in Kigali
Women from diverse backgrounds deserve equal representation, respect, and the freedom to exercise their rights. Unfortunately, historical and ongoing instances of discrimination… Read more »
Rwanda: FIBA U16 Championship - Rwanda, Egypt Square Off in Boys' Quarter-Finals
Following the conclusion of the group games of the FIBA 2023 FIBA U16 African Championship, the team return to the floor for the quarterfinals on Wednesday evening where Morocco… Read more »
Rwanda: Women Advocate for Changes to End Aids
A global organization committed to advancing gender equality, health, and well-being of girls and women has launched an ambitious mission to address inequalities and disrupt power… Read more »
Rwanda/Libya: Mugisha Completes Ahli Tripoli Move
Rwandan midfielder Bonheur Mugisha has signed a two-year deal with Libyan giants Al Ahli Tripoli. Read more »
Rwanda: Former Goalkeeper Ndanda Returns to APR in New Role
Former APR FC goalkeeper Aimé Désire 'Ndanda' Ndizeye, has been appointed as the club's goalkeepers' coach on a two-year renewable contract. Read more »
Rwanda: Seven Young Players to Watch At 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup
The FIFA Women's world cup has over the years produced quality young players. The recent editions of the world's women football showpiece saw the likes of Australia's Catlin Ford,… Read more »
Rwanda: Comedian Kevin Hart Visits Rwanda
American comedian and movie actor Kevin Hart is in Kigali, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
Rwanda: Closing Gender Gap in Food Systems Could Increase Global GDP By U.S.$1 Trillion - FAO
A recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals that closing the gender gap in farm productivity and wage disparity in agrifood systems could boost global… Read more »
Rwanda: Senators Push for Full Count of People With Disabilities
Senators are advocating for an expedited count and categorisation of people with disabilities to ensure adequate support for their unique requirements. This call was made during… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Burundi First Ladies Meet
First Lady Jeannette Kagame on Tuesday, July 18 met with her Burundian counterpart Angeline Ndayishimiye, on the second day of the Women Deliver Conference taking place in Kigali. Read more »
Rwanda/Libya: Mugisha Close in on Ittihad Tripoli Move
Rwandan midfielder Bonheur Mugisha is in Libya as a move to topflight side Ittihad Tripoli beckons. Read more »
July 17, 2023
Rwanda: Activists Unite to End Female Genital Mutilation
Activists and organizations joined forces on Sunday, July 16, for a pre-conference focused on ending Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C). Hosted at the Four Points by… Read more »
Rwanda: Ndorimana Re-Elected as SC Kiyovu President
Members of SC Kiyovu have elected Jean François Regis Ndorimana for a new three-year term as club president. Read more »
Rwanda: Women Deliver - Rwanda's Isange One Stop Centre Model Takes Centre Stage at Ministerial Forum
The Rwanda Chief Gender Monitor Rose Rwabuhihi has shared Isange One Stop Centre as a best practice by Rwanda to eliminate Gender Based Violence as well as give holistic support to… Read more »
Rwanda: Kabuga Trial - Why Prosecutors, Defence Lawyers Filed Appeals
Prosecutors and defense lawyers involved in Felicien Kabuga's case are appealing a decision made by the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) to change… Read more »
Rwanda: Nearly 600 Pupils With Disabilities Sit Primary Leaving Exams
At least 561 primary school children with disabilities started national primary leaving examinations on Monday, July 17, according to the National Examination and School Inspection… Read more »
Rwanda: The First Ladies Attending Women Deliver Conference 2023
Rwanda is hosting the Women Deliver Conference, the world's largest conference on the health, rights, and wellbeing of girls and women. Read more »
Rwanda: Which Presidents Are Attending the Women Deliver Conference in Kigali?
Four presidents are expected to attend the 2023 Women Deliver Conference that began Monday, July 17, in Kigali. Read more »
Rwanda: First Lady Roots for Women's Bodily Autonomy, Welfare
First Lady Jeannette Kagame has stated that when women's bodily autonomy is violated and their health is compromised, the decisions that impact them the most are taken away from… Read more »
Rwanda: Women Deliver Conference Hailed for Going Zero Waste
The Minister of Environment, Dr Jeanne d'Arc Mujawamariya, has hailed organisers for successfully implementing zero waste at the Women Deliver Conference. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 200,000 Pupils Start Primary Leaving Exams
More than 200,000 primary school children across the country started national primary leaving examinations on Monday, July 17, according to the National Examination and School… Read more »
July 18, 2023
Rwanda: Rwandan Peacekeeper Killed in Central African Republic Laid to Rest
Sergeant Eustache Tabaro, the Rwandan soldier who was killed by armed elements in the Central African Republic, was laid to rest at the Kanombe Military Cemetery on Tuesday, July… Read more »