Rwanda: Rwandan Minister Urges Diaspora Youth to Embrace Cultural Heritage, Patriotism

In an endeavor to promote a robust sense of cultural and national pride, the Minister of State in Charge of East African Community at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and… Read more »

Rwanda: Kigali to Get 100 Public Buses By End 2023 - Minister Nsabimana

The City of Kigali is expected to receive 100 buses by the end of December 2023, out of the 305 buses pledged by the Government to alleviate the fleet shortage, Infrastructure… Read more »

East Africa: East African Community Regional Force Commander Urges Troops to Stick to Mandate

The commander of the East African Community regional force (EACRF), Maj Gen Aphaxard Kiugu, on Monday, July 24 visited the Burundian contingent deployed to Mubambiro in eastern DR… Read more »

Rwanda: Musanze Vice Mayor Resigns Over 'Sectarian' Gathering

Andrew Mpuhwe Rucyahana on July 24 resigned from his duties as Vice Mayor of Musanze District due to the act of officiating as guest of honour during a clan event in Kinigi Sector. Read more »

Rwanda: STEM Inclusion Key to Rwanda's Tech Journey - ICT Minister

The Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, emphasised the importance of creating a sustainable and inclusive future, and fostering diversity in STEM-related domains as… Read more »

Rwanda: Global Initiative Founder on Championing Women's Reproductive Health Rights

In the ongoing battle for women's reproductive health rights and the fight against HIV, acknowledging the intersectionality of various issues is crucial. Read more »

Rwanda: Gold Tops Rwanda Mineral Exports

Rwanda's mineral exports brought in over $362 million (nearly Rwf 426 billion) between April and June 2023, according to the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB). Read more »

Rwanda/Gambia: Gambian Goalie Jobe Admits Musanze Move Happened 'So Fast'

The Gambia national team goalkeeper Alagie Modou Jobe has opened up on reasons that convinced him to sign for Rwanda Premier League club Musanze FC. Read more »

East Africa: Eastern Africa Stand-by Force Workshop in Kigali to Address Challenges in Management of Police Pledged Capabilities

Twenty-three Police officers from the Eastern Africa Stand-by Force (EASF) member countries are meeting in Kigali in a training on assessment, verification and management of… Read more »

Rwanda: Carbon Trading - Indigenous Trees to Take Up 40% of Country's Forests #AfricaClimateHope

Rwanda is planning to plant more trees, of which 40 per cent must be indigenous species, in order to access the carbon market, The New Times has learnt. Read more »

Rwanda: Over 2 Million Children to Receive Polio Jab

The government on Monday, July 24, launched a comprehensive vaccination campaign against Polio 2, following reported cases of the disease in neighboring African countries,… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Soldier Kills 13 Civilians in Ituri

A soldier killed at least 13 people in DR Congo's Ituri province after his son was buried in his absence, a spokesperson of the Congolese armed forces, FARDC, said on Sunday, July… Read more »

Rwanda: Gender Minister Bayisenge Gets Award for Championing Gender Equality

Jeannette Bayisenge, the Minister of Gender and Family Promotion, was Monday, July 24 given the Dream Up, Speak Up, Stand Up (DUSUSU) Award for her exceptional efforts in advancing… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Players in High Spirits Ahead of 2023 FIBA Women's Afrobasket

Rwanda's national women team is exuding confidence and determination to lift the 2023 FIBA Women's Afrobasket championship at home. Read more »

Rwanda: MTN Rwanda Launches Its Own 4G Network

MTN Rwanda, the largest telecommunications company in Rwanda, on Sunday, July 23, launched its own 4G LTE network, marking yet another milestone in revolutionising Rwanda's digital… Read more »

Rwanda: Mugisha, Ingabire Win Legacy Sakumi Race as Ruhumuriza Tops Veterans

Star riders Mosie Mugisha and Diane Ingabire soloed to the finish line at the BK Arena to win Sunday's Legacy Sakumi Anselme Race in style. Read more »

Rwanda: Five Key Highlights of Congo-Brazzaville President's Visit to Rwanda

The President of the Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville), Denis Sassou N'guesso, concluded a three-day State Visit to Rwanda from July 21 to 23, aimed at bolstering the bilateral… Read more »

Rwanda: Date Set for District By-Elections

The National Electoral Commission (NEC) has revealed that by-elections for district councillors to fill vacant positions in Rubavu district will be held on August 11, according to… Read more »

Rwanda: Why 2023 Could Be Rwanda's Biggest Year Musically

We are only halfway into 2023, but more than ever, Rwandan music is dominating global charts and producing projects that are sitting right next to the likes of Asake, Wiz Khalifa… Read more »

Rwanda: FIBA Women's Afrobasket 2023 - Five Things You Should Know

Excitement draws up in Kigali as the city prepares to host the 28th edition of the FIBA Women's Afrobasket tournament which tips off at BK Arena on Friday, July 28 and runs until… Read more »

Rwanda: Ferrer's Amavubi Future to Be Determined On Monday

Amavubi head coach Carlos Alos Ferrer has confirmed that he could resign from the job just four months after signing a new two-year deal. Read more »

Guinea: Guinea Upset Egypt to Win 2023 Fiba U16 Boys African Championship

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Rwanda: Meet Rwandan Players for 2023 Davis Cup Africa Group IV

As Kigali is hosting the Davis Cup Africa IV championship for the second time in a row, Rwanda will be looking to move one step forward from finishing as first runners-up in the… Read more »

Rwanda: Ordinary, Advanced Level National Exams Start July 25

More than 200,000 candidates, comprising Ordinary level and Advanced level students, are set to begin their National Exams on Tuesday, July 25, across the country, the National… Read more »

Rwanda: Game Changer Steps to Africa's Public Health Order in the Land of 1000 Hills

In 2022, Rwanda hosted a youth pre-conference prior to the second International Conference on Public Health in Africa. This year the youth pre - conference to be hosted in Zambia… Read more »