Africa: Continent Witnesses Seven Coups in Three Years

Africa had experienced seven coups since August 2020, before army officers said on Wednesday that they had deposed President Ali Bongo in Gabon, The East African reports Read more »

Africa: Sky-High Success - Artistes Soaring With Private Jets

A new trend has emerged among the elite of the African music industry - owning, or renting, private jets. While the concept of African artistes acquiring such luxurious assets… Read more »

Rwanda: Idris Elba, Kevin Hart Among Gorilla Namers

This week, on Friday, September 1, Rwanda will hold its signature conservation event, the Gorilla Naming Ceremony, known locally as Kwita Izina, in which the country's conservation… Read more »

Rwanda: UK, Rwanda Ink Deal to Keep 'At-Risk' Girls in School

Andrew Mitchell, the United Kingdom's Minister of State for Development and Africa, took part in the Second National Symposium on Girls' Education on Thursday, August 31, during… Read more »

Rwanda: Businesses Brace for New Night-Time Regulations

Businesses, such as bars and nightclubs, are bracing for the impact of new regulations, which set a closing time for all night-time activities. The regulations come into effect… Read more »

Rwanda: UK Minister Andrew Mitchell Unveils First Digital Library in Rwanda

Andrew Mitchell, the United Kingdom's Minister of State for Development and Africa on Thursday, August 31, presided over the launch of the British Council's Digital Library, which… Read more »

Rwanda: Queen Kalimpinya to Name Baby Gorilla at 'Kwita Izina' Ceremony

Queen Kalimpinya, a fast-rising rally driver and former finalist in Miss Rwanda beauty pageant, has been selected among this years' baby gorilla namers at the Gorilla Naming… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Embarks on Curbing Illegal Pesticides in Agriculture

As part of efforts to curb the use of illegal pesticides in agriculture, Rwanda is taking significant steps to enforce laws, closely monitor field compliance, and promote… Read more »

Rwanda: Private Sector Urged to Help Impart Hands-On Skills to Students

Experts have urged the private sector to provide internship and apprenticeship opportunities to students to address the skills gap issue in the labour market, as a possible… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Revises Electrification Plan to Increase Solar Home Systems

The government has revised the National Electrification Plan (NEP) to augment the number of households connected to the national grid and bolster off-grid solutions, The New Times… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda, UK Announce Rwf90 Billion Partnership for Girls Education

Rwanda and the United Kingdom (UK), will be embarking on a multi-million-dollar programme aimed at helping marginalised girls to return or stay in school. Read more »

Rwanda: Ariel Wayz, Bull Dog, Bwiza Among Artistes to Perform at Kwita Izina Ceremony

Renowned Rwandan female artistes Ariel Wayz and Bwiza, Tuff Gangs' Bulldog and Riderman are among the artistes set to perform at the gorilla naming ceremony, locally known as Kwita… Read more »

Rwanda: Experts Call for More Involvement of Policymakers in Wildlife Conservation

The Business of Conservation Conference (BCC), a two-day event dedicated to devising strategies for fostering robust and sustainable wildlife-centered economies in African nations,… Read more »

Rwanda: Bralirwa Partners With Bboxx Rwanda to Support Off-Grid Households With Solar Energy in Ngororero District

Bralirwa Plc, through its social impact initiatives, partnered with Bboxx Rwanda to support off-grid households with provision of solar energy in Muhororo sector in Ngororero… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Meets Operation Smile Boss

President Paul Kagame, on Wednesday, August 30, met with Kathy Magee, the President and CEO of Operation Smile, a global non-profit that works to increase access to safe surgery… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Approves Retirement of 12 Generals

President Paul Kagame has approved the retirement of 12 Generals and several officers including those whose contracts of duty ended and others who leave the army on medical… Read more »

Rwanda: RBC Introduces Guide to Early Detection of Disabilities

The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) in partnership with the Umbrella Organization of Persons with Disabilities in the fight against HIV and Promotion (UPHLS) have introduced five… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Ranks 6th in Wildlife Conservation in Africa

Rwanda has been named 6th in Africa for wildlife conservation, attaining a score of 56.7 percent, according to the Wildlife Economy Investment Index report. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda National Police Gets New Spokesperson

Assistant Commissioner of Police Boniface Rutikanga has been appointed as Commissioner for Public Relations and Media of Rwanda National Police, RNP announced on Wednesday, August… Read more »

Rwanda: Commissioner of Police Kabera Redeployed to New Role as Police Get New Spokesperson

Commissioner of Police John Bosco Kabera has been appointed as Rwanda National Police (RNP)'s Commissioner for Infrastructure Security and Private Security Providers. Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Names New Rwanda Defence Force Division Commanders

President Paul Kagame has appointed new division commanders of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF). Read more »

Rwanda: Over 30 Bodies Exhumed From Amahoro Stadium

Remains of 32 people have been exhumed from the construction site of Amahoro Stadium in the past two weeks, local authorities have said. Read more »

Rwanda: Mugunga Unveiled as Kiyovu Sports New Signing

Kiyovu Sports have announced the signing of striker Yves Mugunga after completing a permanent move from APR FC. Read more »

Rwanda: Mike Kayihura, Alyn Sano, Kivumbi to Perform at Blankets & Wine Kigali

Organisers of the famous Blankets & Wine slated for September 3, at Canal Olympia, Rebero have announced that the much anticipated show will feature a diverse lineup of… Read more »

Rwanda: Nyirimana Joins Newcomers Kepler As Head Coach

Newcomers Kepler Volleyball Club have appointed Fidèle Nyirimana as their new head coach on a one-year deal. Read more »