Rwanda: Report Identifies Gaps in Curbing Adverse Effects of Mercury Pollution

While mercury use is being phased out due to its hazards to health and the environment, a new survey reports that there is a lack of capacity in identifying sources and curbing… Read more »

Rwanda: Saving Lives - How Is Rwanda Faring On the Blood Donation Front?

Five Years Ago, 43 year-old Martha Uwitonze found herself in a restless state, unable to sleep, owing to a distressing combination of symptoms--a soaring fever and a complexion… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandans in Senegal Commemorate the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi

Rwandans living in Dakar, Senegal, joined together on Saturday, June 24, for a 'Walk to Remember' in commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Read more »

Rwanda: Every Story, Every Song, Every Line is an Invitation Into My Internals - 1key on His New Album 'Ki'

1key, a poet, musician, and actor, has said that his latest album 'Ki' will be available on all digital and streaming platforms on July 1, after spending three months exclusively… Read more »

Rwanda: Arsenal Release Rwanda's Ishimwe

English Premier League side Arsenal have parted ways with Rwandan winger George Lewis Ishimwe after three seasons at the club. Read more »

Rwanda: Green Climate Fund-Funded 'Green Gicumbi' to Strengthen District's Climate Resilience

Data from the Rwanda Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment (2018) shows that in the Northern Province, Gicumbi District ranks the highest in exposure to climate hazards, and… Read more »

Rwanda: What Are the Four Key Proposed Changes to Rwanda's Penal Law?

A suspect whose crime may attract life imprisonment on conviction could get as less as a ten-year prison sentence if they present convincing mitigating circumstances that are… Read more »

Rwanda: UN Needs to Play the Honest Broker in DR Congo

The UN seems to have picked a side in the ongoing instability in the east of the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo, which, unfortunately, does not help the situation. Read more »

Rwanda: Kigali's Wetlands Repair to Save 220,000 People Prone to Flood Risks

The rehabilitation of five degraded wetlands in Kigali City could, directly and indirectly, benefit 220,500 people who are at risk of flooding and water crises, The New Times has… Read more »

Rwanda: French Probe of Bisesero Massacre Long Overdue but Welcome

The Paris Court of Appeal in France last week ordered a probe into the complicity or inaction of French troops who were deployed in Rwanda in 1994, in the massacre of Tutsi in the… Read more »

Rwanda: Munyantwali Vows to Restore Ferwafa Reputation

Rwanda Football Federation (Ferwafa)'s new president Alphonse Munyantwali has promised federation members and football stakeholders to do his best to build Rwandan football around… Read more »

Rwanda: Young Filmmaker Debuts Documentary on Refugees

In an industry often criticised for its lack of diversity and representation, a radical film has emerged, challenging societal perceptions and shedding light on the harsh… Read more »

Africa: AfCFTA - Fuel Quality, Auto Policies Needed to Boost Automotive Industry in Africa

While the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) is expected to boost the automotive industry in Africa, experts argue that poor fuel quality and lack of auto policies… Read more »

Rwanda: A Human-Rights Approach to the Global Food Crisis

When former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro came to power in January 2019, one of his first acts in office was to abolish the National Food and Nutrition Security Council… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Youths in Renewable Energy

Global challenges such as unequal economic development, poverty and lack of food security are increasingly seen as directly related to climate change, environmental hazards and… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Another UN Report to Muddy the Waters in DR Congo

Just when you thought that enough preposterous things had been said about the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and that there was no more to say or that it is so obvious it… Read more »

Rwanda: Hatumimana Lauds His Players After Maiden GMT Glory

Police Women volleyball club head coach Christian Hatumimana has commended his team after winning the 2023 volleyball Genocide memorial tournament on their very maiden appearance. Read more »

Rwanda: Kiyovu Will Bounce Back From Recent Title Setbacks - Mvukiyehe

After yet another blank season this year, SC Kiyovu boss Juvenal Mvukiyehe has promised supporters that the team will come back biting next season despite releasing the majority of… Read more »

Rwanda: Who is Dusabemariya, the Famous 'Igisoro' Genius?

The name Immaculée Dusabemariya has been making headlines after winning the national 'Igisoro' competition in women's category during the 2023 Umurenge Kagame Cup finals… Read more »

Rwanda: Will Kiyovu Get It Right After a Massive Squad Overhaul?

After two failed attempts to wrestle the league title from APR FC, Kiyovu Sports have embarked on a major shakeup, releasing as many as seven top players as they hope to rebuild… Read more »

East Africa: EAC Urged to Speed Up Sanctions Against Partner States Not Paying Contributions

With very limited contributions from Partner States to the East African Community (EAC), which are even in some cases delayed or not remitted, the realisation of deeper and wider… Read more »

Rwanda: Cricket - Ingabo Knights Crowned Elite Women's League Champions

The just-concluded 2023 Elite Women's League left Ingabo Knights crowned champions after finishing the campaign with an unbeaten record. Read more »

East Africa: Rolls-Royce Expands Into East Africa

Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc is opening its first office in East Africa, drawn by increased demand for engines to generate electricity from renewable sources and to power locomotives… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Leads Global Tiktok Usage

Kenya has emerged as the global leader in TikTok usage, according to the latest Reuters Institute Digital News report for 2023. Read more »

East Africa: Ruto Defends EAC Mission in DR Congo, Says Insecurity Is a Regional Concern

Kenya's President William Ruto has defended the work done by East African Community (EAC) troops deployed to eastern DR Congo, saying the regional mission did what could not be… Read more »