Rwanda: Ten Hectares of Land Allocated for Construction of Muhanga Stadium

The government has completed expropriation of families on a 10-hectare piece of land in Muhanga District to pave way for the construction of a stadium. Read more »

Rwanda: FIBA Women's Afrobasket - Nigeria's Rena Wakama a Symbol of Empowerment

There has been a thrilling display of talent and passion at the 2023 FIBA Women's AfroBasket in Kigali, Rwanda. Read more »

Rwanda: Tributes as Midfielder Migi Hangs Up His Boots

Former coaches, teammates and players who looked up to football veteran Jean Baptiste 'Migi' Mugiraneza have described his as arguably one of the greatest midfielders that Rwanda… Read more »

Rwanda: Sinach to Perform Again in Rwanda

The summer roaster has activities slated for various interests ranging from activism, music enthusiasm and a yearning for spiritual nourishment. Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwanda's Top Genocide Suspects Were Arrested

After several years of depending on informants in different countries about key genocide suspects, the prosecutor's office at the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal… Read more »

Rwanda: Sitting Volleyball - Mossad Rashad Pens Two-Year Deal as Rwanda Coach

Egyptian coach Dr. Mossad Rashad has penned a two-year contract extension that will see him coach Rwandan men and women's Sitting Volleyball teams until 2025. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Set to Undergo 'Mock' Assessment on Tax Transparency

A five-day mock assessment exercise conducted by the Global Forum secretariat kicked off on Monday, July 31, in Kigali, in a move that aims at, among others, gauge the level of… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Looks to Cut Vegetable Seed Imports

The Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Ildephonse Musafiri, has called on Rwanda's seed industry to focus on research and resources to address the country's heavy… Read more »

Rwanda: NEC Postpones By-Elections for Rubavu Councillors, Mayor

The National Electoral Commission (NEC) has postponed by-elections for district councillors in Rubavu district. The by-elections were planned for August 11. Read more »

Rwanda: Geologists Start Probe Into Smoke, Fire Billowing From Nyamasheke Hill

Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB) has dispatched a team of geologists to investigate smoke, fire, and stone eruptions originating from a hill in Burimba cell in… Read more »

Rwanda: Ex-Agriculture Minister Mukeshimana Appointed International Fund of Agricultural Development Vice President

Gerardine Mukeshimana, former Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources in Rwanda, was on July 31 appointed the Vice-President of the International Fund of Agricultural… Read more »

Rwanda: Meet Chartine Imfurikeye, a Rising Star in Rwanda's Afro Pop Scene

Chartine Imfurikeye, is a singer and songwriter who is captivating the hearts of music lovers across the nation with her soulful melodies and empowering lyrics. Read more »

Rwanda: Over 200 Sudanese Medical Students to Complete Studies in Rwanda

Over 200 Sudanese will be arriving in Rwanda soon to continue with their medical studies following an uprising in their country. The students will be enrolled at the University of… Read more »

Rwanda: Super Falcons Players to Pocket U.S.$60,000 Each If They Qualify to Knockout Stage

Each of the 23 players of the Nigerian Women's national team will take home $60,000 if they reach the round of 16 of the World Cup currently going on in Australia and New Zealand. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Deploys Relief Force to Mozambique

Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Army Chief of Staff Maj Gen Vincent Nyakarundi along with the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Operations, CP Vincent Sano, on Monday,… Read more »

Africa: Africa Women's Day - Is the Maputo Protocol Practical?

Rwanda joined the rest of the continent on July 31, to mark the Africa Women's Day that is aligned with the Maputo Protocol, which is officially known as the Protocol to the… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Elected Executive Member of Global Tourism Body

Rwanda has been elected as a member of the Executive Council of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) during the 66th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda's Eight Landmark Achievements in Gender Equality

As Rwanda joins the rest of the continent to celebrate African Women's Day on July 31, it is accredited for its efforts towards gender equality and women empowerment. The country… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Youngster Dusabe Named Most Improved Player at Basketball Without Borders Camp

Rwandan youngster Jane Dusabe, 18, was awarded the Most Improved Player accolade on Monday, July 31, at the Basketball Without Borders (BWB) camp 2023 in Johannesburg, South… Read more »

Rwanda: World Breastfeeding Week - Five Things to Know

World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is an annual celebration that is held every year from August 1 to August 7. According to World Health Organisation (WHO) more than half a billion… Read more »

Rwanda: Expo2023 - Irembo Showcases New Campaign That Will Ease Digital Services

In a bid to eliminate time wastage in long queues and reduce transport costs incurred while accessing government services in various offices, Irembo, a technology company… Read more »

Rwanda: 1500 Cases Settled Through Plea Bargain in 8 Months

Figures from the judiciary show an increase in the number of people wishing to settle their cases out of court. According to figures, 1,500 cases were settled through plea bargains… Read more »

Rwanda: Former NFL Player Talks Football, Activism, and Moving to Rwanda

Born in Houston, Texas in April 1974, Chris Darkins has a unique ancestral history, with his grandparents having been enslaved in America. Darkins, born to Clarence and Claudia… Read more »

Rwanda: Alight Rwanda Empowers Refugees in Mahama Camp

Alight Rwanda, a global humanitarian organization, on Friday, July 29 joined refugees and locals in Mahama Refugee Camp, in Kirehe District, Eastern Province for a special Umuganda… Read more »

Rwanda: Only 37% of Farmers Use Quality Seeds - Agriculture Minister

The use of quality seeds stands at 37.1 per cent among Rwandan farmers, the Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Iidephonse Musafiri, has said, calling for more… Read more »