May 21, 2023
Rwanda: EU Launch 'Twinning Project' Worth Rwf2 Billion
The ministry of health has welcomed the EU-funded project dubbed "Twinning project" to strengthen the Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority in regulating medicinal products including… Read more »
Rwanda: Genocide Survivors Organise Mass in Honour of Wiped-Out Families
The Genocide Survivors' Students Association (GAERG), in collaboration with Catholic members, organized a solemn Eucharistic Mass to pray for the 15,593 families who were… Read more »
Rwanda: Musanze Retains Boccia Championship
Musanze Boccia team were again crowned national Boccia champions after putting up an impressive run in the finals held at Bugesera Stadium on Saturday. Read more »
Rwanda: AS Kigali Women Retain Peace Cup Title
AS Kigali women football club were crowned Peace Cup champions for the third time in a row after a hard-fought 3-2 penalty shoot-outs victory over Rayon Sports WFC in a… Read more »
May 19, 2023
Rwanda: Kagame, Top Security Brass Discuss Role in Advancing National Priorities
President Paul Kagame held a meeting with senior officers of Rwanda Defence Force (RDF), Rwanda National Police (RNP) and National Intelligence Security Service (NISS) on Thursday,… Read more »
May 18, 2023
Africa: Persistent Foreign Interference Destabilises Africa, Leaders Say
Foreign interference in Africa remains a persistent destabilising factor, and its effects continue to hold back the continent's development, officials at the 10th National Security… Read more »
Africa: PM Ngirente, ILO Officials Discuss Africa's Untapped Potential
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente on Thursday held talks with Cynthia Samuel-Olonjuwon, Assistant Director-General for Africa at the International Labour Organization (ILO), along… Read more »
Rwanda: Central African Republic Prime Minister Recognizes Rwandan Police Peacekeepers
The Prime Minister of Central African Republic (CAR), Felix Moloua, awarded certificates to officers of Rwanda Protection Support Unit (RWAPSU) in recognition of their professional… Read more »
May 17, 2023
Africa: President Ruto's Latest Speech in South Africa Riles Up Many
Kenyan President William Ruto has of recent been outspoken on the plight of African leaders at the hands of counterparts from the so-called developed world, saying that at times… Read more »
Rwanda: Uganda Resumes Works on Rail Link to Rwanda
Construction works on East Africa's ambitious standard gauge railway line linking the port of Mombasa to Kampala and Kigali could soon be revived, following a deal inked between… Read more »
Rwanda: Shortage of Mental Health Professionals Persists, Warns Rwanda Biomedical Centre
The Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) has sounded a warning about the persistent shortage of psychiatrists to meet the growing demand for mental illness treatment in the country. Read more »
Uganda: Rwanda, Uganda Set to Deepen Energy Ties
Power trading between Rwanda and Uganda could start soon, Rwanda Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL) told The New Times. Read more »
Rwanda: Two Rwandans Named Among Top 10 Finalists for Africa Education Medal 2023
Rogers Patrick Kamugisha and Jean-Claude Nkulikiyimfura - have been named among the top 10 finalists for the Africa Education Medal 2023, a prestigious continental award. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Uganda in 400mw Energy Deal
Power trading between Rwanda and Uganda could start soon, Rwanda Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL) told The New Times. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Hosts Africa Youth Mathematicians' Competition
Rwanda is hosting, for the first time, the 30th edition of the Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad, PAMO 2023, running from May 13 to 22. Read more »
Rwanda: Kalibata Appointed to COP28 President's Advisory Committee on Climate Change
Rwandan agricultural scientist Dr. Agnes Kalibata, the president of the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), has been appointed to the COP28 president's advisory… Read more »
Rwanda: Over Rwf7 Billion More Needed to Cover Prostheses for People With Disabilities
The Minister of Health has said that a plan, which seeks at least Rwf7.5 billion more financing for the community-based health insurance scheme, could be implemented in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, China Trade Grows By 31%
Bilateral trade between China and Rwanda has registered steady and rapid growth, increasing by 31.2 per cent to $477 million in 2022, compared to the previous year, according to… Read more »
Rwanda: CAF Charges Rwanda Over Fielding 'Suspended' Muhire in Benin Qualifier
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Disciplinary Board has ruled in favor of Benin after they lodged a case against Rwanda for allegedly fielding an ineligible player in… Read more »
Rwanda: Gasogi Suspends Blessing Henshaw Over Misconduct
Gasogi United have suspended Nigerian striker Godwin Blessing Henshaw from the team's activities until further notice. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Host 2023 Bal Innovation Summit
Rwanda will host the second edition of BAL Innovation Summit on the sidelines of the playoffs and finals slated for May 20 - 27 at BK Arena in Kigali. Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Hosts Global Internet Firm Boss
President Paul Kagame on Tuesday, May 17, received in his office Bill Woodcock, the Executive Director of Packet Clearing House (PCH), in a meeting that attracted discussions… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Women Entrepreneurs in Arts and Culture Showcase Projects
Rwandan women entrepreneurs in the cultural and creative industry showcased their companies, creative products, and services at the Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (KCEV)… Read more »
Rwanda: Bob Pro Set to Launch Debut Album
Bob Pro, one of the highly experienced producers in Rwanda, is preparing to unveil his long-awaited debut album after an illustrious career spanning 15 years. Having worked… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Cooperation Governance Centre Inaugurated
Rwanda Cooperation, on May 17, launched the Rwanda Cooperation Governance Centre. The former acts as a hub for foreign partners interested in understanding the innovative… Read more »