July 08, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda FDA Confirms Absence of Medicine Linked to Child Deaths in Cameroon
The medicine linked to the deaths of children in Cameroon never entered the Rwandan market, according to a statement by the Rwanda Food and Drug Authority (FDA) on July 8. Read more »
July 07, 2023
Rwanda: Govt Explains Proposal to Reduce Life Sentence
If a 19-year-old teenage boy defiles a 17-year-old girl, he is liable to 20 or 25 years' imprisonment, which increases to a life sentence in the case of cohabitation, the Minister… Read more »
Rwanda: M23's General Makenga Breaks Silence On Proposed Cantonment
General Sultani Makenga, the commander of the M23 rebel group, says the proposed "disarmament and cantonment do not concern us" and insists on direct peace talks with the DR Congo… Read more »
Rwanda: New System of Recruiting Players to Be Launched in Rwanda
A new system of drafting players will be launched, by B&B Sports Agency, on three consecutive days starting on July 13, at Kigali Pelé Stadium. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 40,000 Teachers Recruited to Enhance Foundational Education
Minister for Education, Valentine Uwamariya, revealed the recruitment of more than 40,000 new teachers, highlighting the ministry's commitment to strengthening the education sector… Read more »
July 06, 2023
East Africa: Mixed Reactions as Govts Roll Out Budgets
East African governments in June presented their most ambitious budgets yet, which are expected to take effect this month, seeking to strengthen their economies, finance key… Read more »
Rwanda: Mubiru Hints at Sunrise Exit
Striker Yafesi Mubiru has said that he could still leave Sunrise FC if a good offer emerges. Read more »
Rwanda: Country-Level Actions Crucial to Safeguard Economic Gains, Mitigate Risks - PM
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has emphasised the significance of addressing key challenges at the country level to preserve economic gains and mitigate existing risks. Read more »
Rwanda: Migration Crisis - Only Winners in UK Court Ruling Are Human Traffickers
Following the ruling by the UK court regarding the relocation of migrants from the United Kingdom to Rwanda last week, media is now awash with reports of human traffickers using… Read more »
Rwanda: Fifty Schools in Rwanda Now Use Starlink Internet - ICT Ministry
Rwanda has launched Starlink internet in 50 schools, guaranteeing access to online learning opportunities and better learning outcomes for over 18,000 students, the Ministry of ICT… Read more »
Rwanda: NBA, Fiba to Hold Basketball Without Borders Camp in South Africa
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) on Thursday, July 6, announced that the 19th edition of Basketball Without Borders… Read more »
Rwanda: Rusesabagina's Claims Won't Take Away His Criminality, Victims Say
Victims of the 2018 and 2019 FLN terror attacks that claimed nine lives in south western Rwanda have spoken out on the recent video broadcasts made by convicted Paul Rusesabagina,… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Makes Case for Cooperation Between Land and Sea-Locked Countries
President Paul Kagame has rallied for a coalition between land-locked countries and sea-locked islands in the Caribbean saying that if the two blocs worked together, their voice… Read more »
Rwanda/Congo-Kinshasa: Congolese Duo Close in on Rayon Move
Rayon Sports have agreed personal terms with Congolese midfielder Eddy Ngoyi Emomo and striker Jonathan Ifunga Ifasso as the club continues to boost its squad ahead of the new… Read more »
Rwanda: I&M Bank Rwanda Introduces 'Iyubake' Loans for MSMEs
I&M Bank Rwanda Plc has launched a new campaign called "Iyubake na I&M Bank," which will enable micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to access financing by using… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwempasha Border 'Will Boost Trade, Help Curb Illegal Crossings'
Residents in Rwempasha sector, Nyagatare District, can now enjoy the convenience of shorter travel distances to and from Uganda with the reopening of Rwempasha border post. Read more »
East Africa: General Muganga Briefs Defence Attachés on Regional Security
The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga, on Wednesday, July 5, hosted Defence Attachés (DA) accredited to Rwanda for a security briefing… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Off to Luanda for Afro-CAN Finals
The national basketball team on Thursday morning, July 6, departed for Luanda, Angola, ahead of the much-anticipated Afro-CAN finals slated for July 8-16. Read more »
July 05, 2023
East Africa: Media Houses Urged to Promote Kiswahili Use in Region
Media houses should support Kiswahili learning and speaking in the East African Community (EAC) so that the language can be commonly used by citizens, the EAC Deputy Secretary… Read more »
Rwanda: MPs, Civil Society Want Consumers' VAT Rewards Automated
MPs and civil society organizations are advocating for the automation of the proposed value-added tax (VAT) reward system for consumers who request electronic receipts. The… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Ranks 3rd in Africa in Skills Proficiency Index
The 2023 Global Skills Report has placed Rwanda in the third position on a continental level and 52nd globally in ensuring proficiency in skills development. The ranking was made… Read more »
Africa: Reforming the Global Debt Architecture
The Sovereign-debt crisis is hitting Africa particularly hard and could lead to a lost decade of development. While the G20 has tried to ease the burden, its Common Framework has… Read more »
Rwanda: Homecoming Ramjaane Talks Comedy, Evangelism and Philanthropy
Rwandan comedian Ramjaane Niyoyita has said that he expanded his career from being only a comedian, to a pastor, Mc and charity man. Read more »
Rwanda: Kenny Sol on His Debut EP, Working With Harmonize, Future Projects
Rwandan music star Kenny Sol, who released his debut Extended Play (EP) on June 30, featuring Tanzanian superstar, Harmonize, Ugandan rapper Fik Fameica and Nigerian Perruzi,… Read more »
Rwanda: Over 230 Arrested for Genocide Ideology in 100 Days - Rwanda Investigation Bureau
A total of 234 people were arrested for genocide ideology and related crimes during the 100 days of the commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Read more »