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April 03, 2023
Rwanda: Study Shows Rwanda at Risk of Losing Unique Amphibians
A new study has shown the increasing use of land by humans is posing serious threats to the current amphibian diversity in Rwanda, putting the country at risk of losing its unique… Read more »
Rwanda: How Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association Is Restoring Habitat Using Indigenous Trees
The Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association (RWCA) has set out on a vital mission to restore the country's native trees. Read more »
March 14, 2023
Kenya: 10,000 Crocodiles Die As Lake Dries Out in Kenya
The second biggest crocodile habitat in Africa has dried up completely following failed rainy seasons. Read more »
February 08, 2023
Rwanda: Poachers Used Over 10,000 Snares in Nyungwe Park in 2022
More than 10,000 snares were recorded in Nyungwe National Park last year, Protais Niyigaba, the park manager, told The New Times. Read more »
February 03, 2023
Rwanda: Gorillas to Be Introduced in Nyungwe National Park
African Parks intends to introduce gorillas, elephants, and buffaloes in Nyungwe National Park, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
January 30, 2023
Rwanda: Revenue-Sharing Scheme Inspires Communities to Protect Akagera National Park
Poacher turned welder, Olivier Niyonzima is one of the now so many beneficiaries of the Rwanda Development Board's revenue-sharing programme that is now supporting numerous… Read more »
December 20, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda Welcomes Global Deal to Save Species From Extinction
Rwanda has welcomed the adoption of a historic agreement to address the loss of biodiversity and restore natural ecosystems. Read more »
November 17, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda's Crane Population Doubles in Five Years
Grey Crowned Crane population in Rwanda has more than doubled in Rwanda, according to a report presented during biodiversity day at the 27th UN climate change conference in Egypt. Read more »
September 19, 2022
Rwanda: 500ha Kigali Wetlands Set Aside for Recreational Business #AfricaClimateCrisis
More than 7,000 activities encroaching on wetlands in Kigali were removed to pave way for rehabilitation and set up of suitable environment friendly recreational business, city… Read more »
September 26, 2022
Rwanda: Gorilla Tourism Revenues Up By 25%
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) says that revenues from gorilla tourism have increased by 25 per cent from US$131 million in 2020 to US$164 million in 2021. Read more »
September 22, 2022
Rwanda: World Rhino Day - Local Stock Continue to Increase
World Rhino Day is celebrated on September 22 every year. It creates an avenue for NGOs, zoos, wildlife conservation centres, research centres, and concerned individuals to unite… Read more »
September 02, 2022
Rwanda: Kwita Izina - Baby Gorillas' Names and the Stories Behind Them
Tens of thousands of people flocked Kinigi on Friday, September 2, to witness the 18th edition of the annual Kwita Izina Gorilla naming Ceremony, where 20 babies and a family were… Read more »
September 01, 2022
Rwanda: Kwita Izina - Who Are the Namers for 2022?
This year marks the 18th edition of Kwita Izina, a ceremony that marks the naming of new born babies. Read more »
August 31, 2022
Rwanda: Premier League Legends Among Dignitaries to Name Baby Gorillas
Former Brazil and Arsenal defensive midfielder, Gilberto Silva, as well as retired Ivorian and Chelsea striker, Didier Drogba, are among the high profile guests who will name 20… Read more »
Rwanda: Kwita Izina - Prince Charles Among Namers
Prince Charles of Wales has been announced among the 20 high-profile personalities to name baby gorillas at the annual conservation event Kwita Izina which will take place on… Read more »
August 23, 2022
Rwanda: The Ben and Fiancé Become Gorilla Games Brand Ambassadors
MUSICIAN THE BEN and his fiancé Pamela Uwicyeza have agreed to become Gorilla Games' official brand ambassadors in a deal that will run until December this year after the… Read more »
August 20, 2022
Rwanda: Kwita Izina - 20 Baby Gorillas to Be Named Next Month
A total of 20 baby gorillas will be given names at this year's gorilla naming ceremony, commonly known as Kwita Izina, Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced. Read more »
August 22, 2022
Rwanda: Kagame Receives Prince Harry
President Paul Kagame, on August 22, received Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, who is in the country on a working visit in his capacity as the President of African Parks. Read more »
August 04, 2022
Africa: Countries Want Hippos Listed as Endangered Species
Ten African countries have proposed that hippopotamus be given the highest protection under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora's… Read more »
July 23, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda Joins Global Conservation Body' 'Green List'
Rwanda has joined the 'green list' of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to acquire higher standards of conservation of nature and wildlife. Read more »
July 17, 2022
Rwanda: Rwanda Hosts Inaugural Africa Congress on Protected Areas
The Africa Protected Areas Congress (APAC), the first ever continent-wide gathering of African leaders, citizens, and interest groups, is gathering in Kigali from Monday July 18 to… Read more »
June 09, 2022
Rwanda: Ellen Degeneres Campus - Saving Gorillas, Taking Rwanda to the World
In 1970, the National Geographic did a story about a woman deep in the African juggles who was working to save gorillas; the magazine was sold in the United States. A 12-year old… Read more »
June 07, 2022
Rwanda: The Ellen Degeneres Campus is a Conservation Milestone - Premier
Prime Minister Édouard Ngirente has described the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund as a conservation milestone which will significantly boost the… Read more »
June 02, 2022
Rwanda: Ellen Degeneres 'Thinks of Moving to Rwanda'
Celebrated American television personality, Ellen DeGeneres, together with her partner Portia de Rossi are expected in Rwanda to launch the couple's Gorilla campus on June 7. Read more »
May 31, 2022
Rwanda: Musanze Woman Dies After Buffalo Attack
Agnes Mukarugwiza, who was trampled by a buffalo in Musanze District at the weekend, has died in Ruhengeri Hospital after suffering severe injuries from the incident. Read more »
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