Rwanda: Proof That Gender Policies Work? Look At Rwanda's Schools

In 2008, Rwanda adopted the Girls' Education Policy with the goal of closing the gender gap in education. Seventeen years later, the results are striking: girls are not just… Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwandans Can Benefit From New Pan-African Card Scheme

People banking with I&M Bank Rwanda and Bank of Kigali will soon be able to own PAPSSCARD, the continent's first Pan-African card scheme, allowing them to transact across… Read more »

Rwanda: From Ponds to Playgrounds - What's in Store for Kigali's Revamped Wetlands?

Kigali's wetland rehabilitation project is transforming 491 hectares of degraded wetlands across five sites into vibrant, ecologically restored spaces that combine environmental… Read more »

Rwanda: African Countries Urged to Boost Domestic Funding to Sustain Progress in HIV Fight

Global HIV leaders have urged African countries to fully own their HIV responses and called on governments to urgently invest in community-led systems to protect two decades of… Read more »

Rwanda: The Fight Against HIV Among the Youth Will Need Bold Steps

In recent years, Rwanda has made significant strides in the fight against HIV, yet we cannot afford to grow complacent. As highlighted by the Minister of Health ahead of the… Read more »

Central Africa: REMA Issues Tough Warning Over Lake Kivu Buffer Zone Encroachment

The Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) has issued a stern warning against the encroachment of Lake Kivu's protected buffer zone, following recent cases of businesses… Read more »

Rwanda: Before Selling Tourism, DR Congo Must End Decades of Conflict and Chaos

I must say, when I first saw the words "Visit Congo" I thought they were talking about the other Congo, Congo Brazzaville. I honestly couldn't fathom that it was in reference to… Read more »

Rwanda: Counting Fighters Won't Erase 31 Years of FDLR Terror

On July 15, 1994, an unprecedented 250,000 Rwandan refugees crossed from Gisenyi (now Rubavu) into Goma, in what was then Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo--DRC). Read more »

Rwanda: Bingi Belo Moved By Rayon's 'Amazing' Reception

Rayon Sports new striker Chadrack Bingi Belo has said the warm reception that teammates showed him since his arrivals has made him feel at home. Read more »

Rwanda: How Co-Renting Is Unlocking Affordable Entrepreneurship in Kigali

renting is giving small entrepreneurs the opportunity to thrive in Kigali's evolving commercial landscape without the heavy burden of high rental costs. Read more »

Rwanda: Scorched Earth - FARDC Shoots Down Humanitarian Aircraft On Independence Day

On the morning of June 30, 2025, as DR Congo marked 65 years of independence, a civilian aircraft delivering humanitarian aid to Minembwe was shot down by the very government… Read more »

Africa: Africa School of Governance's Moghalu On Building Africa's Next Generation of Leaders

The African School of Governance (ASG) hosted its inaugural edition of the Executive Education Program in Kigali, bringing together high-level African leaders, including cabinet… Read more »

Rwanda: 'Kigali Streetball' Is Here to Spotlight Hidden Talent in Sports, Art-Organiser

ever streetball event at Petit Stade Gymnasium from July 19 to 20. The two-day festival will blend basketball, music, dance, graffiti, and skateboarding which are all intended to… Read more »

Nigeria: Who Was Nigeria's Former President Muhammadu Buhari?

Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria's former president, passed on at the age of 82, on July 13, in a London clinic - as confirmed by his family - after a long illness. The cause of death was… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Youth Must Be Vigilant As HIV Remains a Threat, Says Minister

The Minister of Health, Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, has cautioned that despite progress made in combating HIV/AIDS, the virus remains a serious threat and is increasingly re-emerging… Read more »

Rwanda: Rugabano Tea Company (Pvt) Ltd Debuts At Mombasa Tea Auction, Takes Top Spot

Rugabano Tea Company (Pvt) Ltd (RTC) from Rwanda, the youngest garden under Silverback Tea Company, made a remarkable debut at the Mombasa Tea Auction with a single line BP1… Read more »

Rwanda: High Court Upholds Life Sentence for Serial Killer Kazungu

The High Court in Kigali has rejected the appeal of Denis Kazungu, who was convicted of murdering 13 people, and upheld the life sentence and a Rwf10 million fine handed down by… Read more »

Rwanda: Teacher Mpamire Leaves Kigali Comedy Lovers Into Stitches

The Gen Z Comedy show, held on July 10 at the Kigali Conference and Exhibition Centre (KCEV), had the audience in stitches with performances from local comedians and the Ugandan… Read more »

Rwanda: High Court Maintains Life Sentence for Serial Killer Kazungu

The High Court of Kigali has rejected the appeal of Denis Kazungu and upheld the lower court's decision to sentence him to life in prison for murder. Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Honoured for Championing Global Pandemic Prevention Initiative

President Paul Kagame was, on Thursday, July 10, recognized by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for his role in promoting global pandemic prevention and response efforts. Read more »

Rwanda: Why Rwanda's New Consumer Protection Bill Doesn't Regulate Prices

The Ministry of trade says the main objective of the bill is to protect consumers while ensuring a fair market environment. Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame's Surgical, Measured, and Intentional Liberation Message

On July 4, 2025, at the 31st celebration of Rwanda's Liberation Day, President Paul Kagame stood before the nation, not just to commemorate a victory, but to issue a wake-up call.… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Recognised for Championing Global Pandemic Prevention Initiative

President Paul Kagame on Thursday, July 10, was recognized by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for his role in promoting global pandemic prevention and response efforts. Read more »

Rwanda: What to Know About Rwanda's Globally Recognized Digital Ambassadors Program

Rwanda's push to expand digital literacy at the grassroots earned international recognition this week, with the country's Digital Ambassadors Program (DAP), implemented by the… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: UN Security Council Welcomes Rwanda-DR Congo Peace Deal

The Security Council on Wednesday, July 9, welcomed the peace agreement between Rwanda and DR Congo signed on June 27 in Washington, D.C. Read more »