September 20, 2023
Rwanda: Fresh Details Emerge As Kigali Green City Project Takes Shape
More details about the Kigali Green City pilot project expected to be set up on some 600 hectares in the Kinyinya suburb of Gasabo district have emerged. Read more »
Rwanda: How Rwanda Will Benefit From Nyungwe Forest's Unesco World Heritage Status
Biodiversity and conservation experts have described the inscription of Rwanda's Nyungwe National Park on UNESCO's World Heritage List as an opportunity to boost tourism, spur job… Read more »
Rwanda: How Economic Factors Influence the State of Public Health
The economic determinants of public health are fundamental factors that significantly impact the overall well-being and health outcomes of a community. These determinants include… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Investigation Bureau Sends Former RCA Boss's File to Prosecution
Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) on Tuesday, September 19, handed over the file of Jean-Bosco Harelimana, the former Director General of Rwanda Cooperative Agency (RCA), to the… Read more »
Rwanda: University of Rwanda on Spot Over 'Excluding' SMEs From Its Tenders
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Parliament has stated that the University of Rwanda (UR) should not exclude Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) or start-ups from… Read more »
Rwanda: FDA Explains Ban on Over 100 Cosmetics
Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority has explained the reason behind its latest ban on more than 130 body lotions, creams and soaps, which contain ingredients prohibited on the Rwandan… Read more »
Rwanda: The Digital Dilemma - Experts On the Boundaries of Children's Screen Time
Nowadays, watching TV and playing electronic games have become popular forms of entertainment among most children. It is not uncommon to find a child engrossed in a game or video… Read more »
Rwanda: What Is Ailing Amayaga Region Forests? #AfricaClimateCrisis
The Rwanda Forestry Authority has initiated a study to investigate the factors contributing to the withering of forests in Southern Province, specifically in the region referred to… Read more »
Rwanda: Bridging the Gender Gap - Starlight Africa's Launch of Stem Clubs
More than 200 girls pursuing science combinations in high school gathered on July 7 to participate in the STEM clubs launch event organised by Starlight Africa. Read more »
Rwanda: 10 Most Prevalent Crimes Reported to Courts in 2023
A new report by the judiciary has shed light on the most prevalent crimes reported to the courts of law between June 2022 and June 2023. Read more »
September 19, 2023
Rwanda: Economy Grew By 6.3% in Second Quarter
Rwanda recorded 6.3% GDP growth in the second quarter of 2023 following 9.2% growth in the first quarter, according to figures released by the National Institute of Statistics… Read more »
Rwanda: Remembering Young CK - Fellow Musicians Pay Tribute
Music fans in Rwanda and the diaspora on Monday, September 18 were shocked to learn of the passing of Calvin Kagahe Ngabo, who was commonly known as Young CK. He was living in… Read more »
Rwanda: 'Serial Killer' Kazungu Case Submitted to Court
The National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA) has submitted to court - for a bail hearing - the case of Denis Kazungu who is suspected of killing and burying people within his… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside the Multi-Billion Inzovu Mall Kigali's Largest Shopping Center
A multi-billion-dollar shopping center named Inzovu Mall under construction is expected to be completed in September 2025. Read more »
September 18, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority Bans Over 100 Cosmetic Products
Rwandasd Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) on Monday, September 18 released a list of banned products including over 130 types of body lotions, soaps and creams that contain… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Deploy Drones in Fighting Environmental Crimes
Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) and the Ministry of Environment have launched the use of drones in combating environmental crimes. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 40 Football Prospects to Join Bayern Munich Academy Rwanda
At least 43 young football talents have been selected to start with the soon-to-be launched FC Bayern Munich Academy Rwanda. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Rapper Young CK, 22, Dies in Canada
Twenty-two-year-old Rwandan singer and songwriter Calvin Kangahe Ngabo commonly known as Young CK who lived in Canada, has reportedly passed away in Ottawa, Canada. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's MPESA Eyes Global Market After Partnership With Apple
Safaricom, a Kenyan mobile network operator will be partnering with American tech giant Apple in order to expand its mobile money platform MPESA to reach the global market. Read more »
Africa: Artificial Intelligence Key to Achieving UN SDGs - Kagame
Artificial intelligence (AI) will be key to accelerating progress towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), set out by the United Nations, President Paul Kagame has… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Pledges Budget for Regional Bicycle Tour Activities
Rwanda's Minister of State in the Foreign Affairs Ministry Manasseh Nshuti has said that activities of the Great Africa Cycling Safari (GACS) will be factored into the Ministry's… Read more »
Rwanda: I See You Tipping the Good-Looking Waiter, What About the One Burning in the Kitchen?
I notice you, gracefully leaving a tip for the charming waiter or waitress who served your meal with a smile. But as you extend your gratitude to those in the spotlight, let's… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Start-Ups Get U.S.$50,000 Grant, Wider Market From Bill Gates-Funded Initiative
Two Rwandan companies have been announced among 29 African healthcare start-ups that will get funding from Investing in Innovation Africa (i3), an initiative funded by the Bill and… Read more »
Rwanda: Table Tennis - Rwanda to Host 2024 Olympics Qualifiers, Africa Cup
Rwanda has been confirmed as the host nation of the 2024 Olympics Qualification for singles and Africa Cup. Read more »
Rwanda: Gen Z Comedy Show Shifts to Camp Kigali
Renowned comedy show The Gen Z has successfully established itself among big and consistent comedy shows in Kigali. Its growing audience over time has seen its relocation from… Read more »