Rwanda: Landslides - Govt to Close Over 90 Temporary Accommodation Sites

The government is implementing a gradual phase-down of temporary facilities that have provided shelter to 20,000 people displaced by the devastating River Sebeya flooding in the… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Swears in New Defence Minister, Military Chiefs

President Paul Kagame on Wednesday, June 7, challenged the newly appointed military leaders to fulfill their new responsibilities by working hard for the peace and development of… Read more »

Rwanda: Young Rwandan Heroes Return Home After PSG Football Glory

The PSG Academy Rwanda squad of 24 kids that were crowned 2023 PSG Club World Cup champions in Paris, France, on June 5, after beating Brazil in the final both in the U11 and U13… Read more »

Rwanda: IGP Namuhoranye On Working Visit in Italy

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Felix Namuhoranye, is in Italy for a 3-day working visit at the invitation of his counterpart, Lt. Gen Teo Luzi, the Commander General of the… Read more »

Rwanda: Zimbru Chisinau Release Rubanguka

Moldovan outfit Zimbru Chisinau have parted ways with Rwanda international Steve Rubanguka just one year after signing him. Read more »

Rwanda: Mukunzi 'Honored' After Amavubi Recall

Sandviken midfielder Yannick Mukunzi was left elated by Amavubi recall ahead of the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Mozambique due on June 18 at Huye Stadium. Read more »

Rwanda: Akagera Motors Launches New Hybrid Vehicles

Akagera Motors, the exclusive distributor for BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Kia, Toyota, Fuso, MCV, Foton, and Mahindra in Rwanda, has launched the new 2023 KIA Niro Plus - a hybrid… Read more »

Rwanda: Burundian 'Meat Guy' on Bringing Recipes to Rwanda, Balancing Life and Work

If you are a Rwandan or Burundian on Twitter, you probably follow or have stumbled on the name Arnaud Gwaga Mugisha, or at least his sumptuous roasted meat delights. Read more »

Rwanda: Bralirwa's Safety-First Approach Leads to 8 Years of Accident-Free Operations

Bralirwa Plc, the leading Rwandan beverage company, recently celebrated the remarkable achievement of being accident-free for eight years at their Soft Drink Plant in Kigali. Read more »

Africa: Five Things to Know as Free Trade Pact Bans Trade on Second-Hand Clothes

Recently, African trade ministers adopted rules of origin in the textile and apparel industry that prevent trading in second-hand clothes across the continent under the preferences… Read more »

Rwanda: President Appoints New Minister of Defence

President Paul Kagame has in his capacity as the Commander in Chief of armed forces, appointed Juvénal Marizamunda as the new Minister of Defence, replacing Maj Gen Albert… Read more »

Africa: RwandAir CEO Sheds Light On High Cost of Flying in Africa

RwandAir CEO Yvonne Manzi Makolo has drawn attention to the financial difficulties faced by airlines operating within Africa. During the 79th Annual General Meeting and World Air… Read more »

Rwanda: Nyinawumuntu Hails Rwandan Starlets After PSG Club World Triumph

Germain Academy of Rwanda head coach Grace Nyinawumuntu has heaped praise on her players after putting yet another footballing masterclass during the just-concluded 2023 PSG World… Read more »

Rwanda: Who Is Juvenal Marizamunda, Rwanda's 11th Minister of Defence?

In his free time, Rwanda's new Minister of Defence, Juvenal Marizamunda, 58, is an avid APR and Arsenal fan who also enjoys following and watching Spanish giants Barcelona or… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda's Top 5 Free Agents at the End of the Season

A host of Rwandan players in both domestic and foreign leagues could move to new clubs in the upcoming summer transfer window with their contracts set to expire on June 30. Read more »

Rwanda: Busingye Calls for Action Against Genocide Fugitives Living Freely in UK

Johnston Busingye, Rwanda's High Commissioner to the UK, on Tuesday renewed calls for immediate action on the issue of Genocide fugitives living freely in the United Kingdom. He… Read more »

Rwanda: How a Nine-Year-Old Boy Survived Genocide at Gisimba's Orphanage

After Interahamwe militia had murdered his mother, on April 9, 1994, Johnson Mutibagirana, then a nine-year-old boy, was advised by his grandmother to go to Gisimba Memorial Centre… Read more »

East Africa: Secretary General Meets Regional Force Commander

The Secretary General of the East African Community (EAC), Peter Mathuki, on Tuesday, June 6, received the commander of the bloc's regional force deployed to eastern DR Congo, Maj… Read more »

Rwanda: AS Kigali Boss Shema Resigns

AS Kigali President Fabrice Shema Ngoga has stepped down from his position after four years years and a half in office. Read more »

Rwanda: Marizamunda is New Defence Minister as General Muganga Becomes Army Chief

President Paul Kagame has in his capacity as the Commander in Chief of armed forces, appointed Juvenal Marizamunda as the new Minister of Defence, replacing Maj Gen Albert… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Athletes in Final Preps for 2023 Peace Marathon

With four days left to this year's edition of Kigali International Peace Marathon, Rwandan athletes have for the past two weeks going through intensive training sessions ahead of… Read more »

Rwanda: Kigali Hosts Global Forum on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

The Global Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Learning Forum has commenced in Kigali, marking a significant milestone in the pursuit of assessing and advancing gender… Read more »

Rwanda: Malawi - Over 390 Rwandan, Burundian Nationals Stripped Citizenship Over Dubious Acquisition

Malawi's Minister of Homeland Security, Kenneth Zikhale Ng'oma, has taken immediate action to revoke the citizenship of 396 individuals from Rwanda and Burundi. Read more »

Rwanda: Munyantwali to Run Unopposed in Ferwafa Elections

Police Chairman Alphonse Munyantwali will stand unopposed during the forthcoming elections of the Rwanda football governing body (FERWAFA). Read more »

Rwanda: Juno Kizigenza Reveals Star-Studded Track-List for Debut Album 'Yaraje'

Rwanda's Afro-fusion music star Bosco Kwizera popularly known Juno Kizigenza, has unveiled the official track-list for his upcoming debut album 'Yaraje', which features Rwanda's… Read more »