July 04, 2023
Rwanda: Mukura Boss Talks Transfers, New Season Ambitions
Rwanda Premier League side Mukura Victory Sports & Loisirs is among topflight clubs which have been active on the ongoing transfer market in a fresh move to reinforce their… Read more »
Rwanda: Rdb Seeks Autonomy in Recruitment, Fixing Experts' Salaries
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) is seeking, through a new bill, to be a specialised organ that, among other things, enjoys autonomy in human resources management, with its Board… Read more »
Rwanda: Dianah Mukundwa Appointed SONARWA Life Assurance Chief Executive
SONARWA Life Assurance Company Ltd has appointed Dianah Mukundwa, a seasoned expert in banking and finance, as its new chief executive officer, the company said in a statement. Read more »
Rwanda: RDB Seeks Autonomy in Recruitment, Fixing Expertriates' Salaries
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) is seeking, through a new bill, to be a specialised organ that, among other things, enjoys autonomy in human resources management, with its Board… Read more »
Rwanda: Volleyball - Rwanda New Coach De Tarso Jets in
Brazilian tactician Paulo de Tarso is in the country prior to his third spell as the national volleyball team head coach, for both the men and women's categories. Read more »
Rwanda: Handball - Playoff Final Set for Replay, Match Officials Suspended
Local handball governing body (FERWAHAND) has ordered a replay of the playoff final between Gicumbi Handball Team and Police Handball Club. Read more »
July 03, 2023
Rwanda: People Smugglers Exploit UK Court Ruling to Lure in Prospective Migrants - Reports
Media reports have revealed how people-smuggling gangs are using the Thursday, June 29, decision by the United Kingdom's Court of Appeal which, among others, ruled that Rwanda is… Read more »
Rwanda: Concern as Alcohol Consumption Surges
Health professionals have raised concerns over the growing number of people consuming alcohol in Rwanda, following a recent survey conducted by the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC). Read more »
Rwanda: Trade Ministry Hails SME's Contribution to Development
The Ministry of Trade and Industry recognized the immense potential held by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME's) as the backbone in Rwanda's economy by highlighting their… Read more »
Rwanda: Agaciro Fund Celebrates 10 Years, Aspires to Greater Socio-Economic Impact
Rwanda's sovereign wealth, Agaciro Development Fund, celebrates 10 years of contributing to the country's socio-economic development since its inception with a total of Rwf284… Read more »
Rwanda: How Chinese Orthopedic Surgeon is Saving Lives in Rwanda
Dr. Lidong Yu, a Chinese orthopedic surgeon is having quite a busy time in Rwanda, dealing with various sorts of bone conditions, especially osteomyelitis, a bone infection caused… Read more »
Rwanda: 2026 World Cup Qualifiers - Rwanda Placed in Pot 5
The drawing pots released by football governing body (FIFA) left Rwanda put in Pot 5 ahead of the final draw for the African zone of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Read more »
Rwanda: From Maggots to Money - Pioneer on the Benefits of Black Soldier Fly Farming
Rwandans naturally frown upon certain insects, more so maggots. They are associated with a lack of hygiene, or to put it bluntly-- something unpleasant. Read more »
Rwanda: Kwibohora29 - Major Sports Facilities Constructed in Post-Genocide Rwanda
Sports infrastructure is one of sectors that continue to make strides in Rwanda 29 years after the country was liberated. Read more »
Rwanda: Scientists Call for Probe Into Deforestation, Illegal Mining
Environment and climate change experts have called for a probe into deforestation, land degradation, and mining activities that have triggered the increase in soil erosion and… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Launches Rwf490 Billion Project to Control Deadly Volcano Floods
Rwanda is undertaking a project worth Rwf494 billion to mitigate the devastating floods triggered by volcanic activity. The government aims to bolster its efforts in safeguarding… Read more »
Rwanda: Healing Through Remembrance - King Faisal Hospital Visits Museum for the Campaign Against Genocide
King Faisal Hospital Rwanda (KFH) staff embarked on a meaningful visit to the Museum for the Campaign against Genocide, located at the Parliament of Rwanda, on the 23rd of June… Read more »
Rwanda: Republican Guard Crowned 2023 Liberation Cup Champions
Republican Guard (RG) Unit FC on Monday, July 3, beat 10-man Task Forces (TF) Division 1-0 in a tightly-contested final held at Kigali Pele Stadium to win the inaugural RDF… Read more »
Rwanda: Handball - Final Game Abandoned Amid Controversial Last-Minute Refereeing Call
The champions of the 2022/2023 handball league title will have to wait till further notice after controversial refereeing decision in the dying minutes saw Sunday's final game… Read more »
Rwanda: New Rights, Duties and Expectations for Rwanda in the Law of the Sea Convention
On May 18, Rwanda submitted its instrument of ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS or the Convention), making it the 169th State Party to the… Read more »
July 02, 2023
Rwanda: Construction of Rusizi Port Underway
The construction of Rusizi Port, aimed at facilitating the transportation of people and goods on Lake Kivu, has resumed, The New Times has learned. Read more »
Rwanda: Political Parties Seek Additional Funding for Planned Activities
The National Consultative Forum of Political Organizations says there is need for an additional budget to successfully conclude their planned activities in 2023-2024. Read more »
Rwanda: Marine Police Enhance Underwater Search Skills
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Felix Namuhoranye, on Saturday, July 1, presided over the pass out of Advanced Marine Diving course on the shores of Lake Kivu in Rubavu… Read more »
July 01, 2023
Rwanda: Over 50% Rwandans Never Visit the Dentist - Survey
An estimated 57.1 percent of adult Rwandans have never visited a dentist yet it is recommended that a person should visit a dentist at least twice a year. Read more »
East Africa: DR Congo Crisis - Kenyatta Convenes Meet on Cantonment Matters, Says All Parties Should Be Adequately Consulted
It is important to ensure that all parties are adequately consulted and reach an agreement regarding the cantonment matters in eastern DR Congo, Kenya's former president Uhuru… Read more »