Rwanda: Yankurije Aims High Ahead of 2023 Peace Marathon

Rwandan long-distance runner Martha Yankurije has said that she is looking forward to raising the country's flag high ahead of the highly-anticipated Kigali International Peace… Read more »

Rwanda: Agriculture Budget Shrinks, Raising Concerns Over Food Security

The agriculture sector has been allocated only Rwf154.8 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, accounting for a mere 3 percent of the proposed national budget. Read more »

Rwanda: Ntuzazima' - a Book That Chronicles Love, Courage During the Genocide Against the Tutsi

Hilarie Mukamazimpaka, a survivor of the Genocide against the Tutsi, launched her book 'Ntuzazima' on May 8 at the Kigali Genocide memorial site. The event was attended by… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Registers Record-High Growth in Women-Owned Businesses

There has been a tremendous increase in female ownership of individual enterprises in the past five years, showcasing the growth of women entrepreneurship in the country, a new… Read more »

Rwanda: How 'Be a Strong Man' Fails Men With Mental Illness

In Rwanda, like many other societies, traditional gender roles have often been associated with expectations for men to exhibit strength, stoicism, and emotional restraint. However,… Read more »

Rwanda: Bugesera Airport to Be Completed in 2026 - Here Are 5 Things You Should Know

Construction works on the proposed international airport in Bugesera district have gained momentum and there is optimism that it could be completed by 2026. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Needs Rwf30 Billion to Resettle Families Affected By Disasters

There is need for an estimated Rwf30 billion to construct 3,006 houses for residents who were affected by floods and landslides which occurred on May 2 and 3, in different parts of… Read more »

Africa: Women Activists Warn Against 'False Climate Solutions' for Africa

Women climate justice activists have called out false solutions imposed on Africans by international institutions and multinationals on the pretext of helping communities adapt to… Read more »

Rwanda: 'I Innocently Watched as They Planned to Kill Us,' Recalls Genocide Survivor Who Helped Make FIFA-Endorsed Ball

It is sometimes said that God protects children in ways that humans will never understand, and Alphonsine Umutoni's story of surviving the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi proves… Read more »

Rwanda: Digital System to Help Check Hospital Billing Discrepancies

The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) is taking proactive measures to address the escalating number of rejected hospital claims by medical insurers and tackle issues related to… Read more »

Rwanda: UK Mining Firm Keen to Exploit Lithium in Rwanda

Aterian PLC, a British firm specializing in strategic metal exploration and development, has expressed its excitement over the prospect of finding lithium in Rwanda, after various… Read more »

Rwanda: Kirehe - Residents Want Unique Stones Exploited to Benefit Communities

The breathtaking scenery of unique, enormous rocky stones in Kirehe District has captivated the attention of many, but now the focus is shifting towards harnessing their potential… Read more »

Rwanda: Govt Calls Off Search for Huye Mine Accident Victims

Huye district is mourning the lives of six people, including three students, after a 16-day rescue attempt failed to find any survivors in a huge mine collapse in Kinazi sector on… Read more »

Rwanda: Pitchou Puts Kiyovu in Pole Position for Title Win as Rayon Suffer Major Blow

Ismail 'Pitchou' Nshimirimana scored inside 39 seconds to help Kiyovu Sports beat Musanze FC 1-0 at Ubworoherane Stadium on Sunday, May 7, and open a three-point lead in the Rwanda… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda to Get First Midwifery Center of Excellence

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has announced plans to partner with the Rwanda Association of Midwives (RAM) to set up the country's first-ever midwifery center of… Read more »

Rwanda: Floods - Number of Deaths, Injuries, Destroyed Houses Slightly Increase

In the wake of the recent flood disaster that impacted Western, Northern, and Southern Provinces, new numbers reveal a slight rise in the figures of deaths, injuries, and destroyed… Read more »

Rwanda: Cervical Cancer - First Lady Jeannette Kagame Calls for Equitable Health Intervention

First Lady Jeannette Kagame has called for equitable access to health interventions in the fight against cervical cancer for member states of the Commonwealth, regardless of income… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Tourism Revenue More Than Doubled to U.S.$445 Million in 2022

Tourism revenues rose by 171.3 per cent from $164 million in 2021 to $445 million (about Rwf496 billion) recorded in 2022, according to the 2022 annual report by the Rwanda… Read more »

Rwanda: Rubavu Mayor Resignation Linked to Disaster Response Mismanagement

The Minister for Local Government, Jean Claude Musabyimana, on Saturday, May 6, said the resignation of Ildephonse Kambogo, the mayor of Rubavu district, was linked to… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda, Maldives Ink Visa Exemption Deal

Rwanda and Maldives, on Friday, May 5, signed a deal that will see their citizens enjoy visa exemption when traveling to the two countries. Read more »

Rwanda: 5 Players to Watch At Fiba 3x3 World Cup Qualifier 2023

A number of stars will be aiming to hit the floor during the highly-anticipated 2023 FIBA 3x3 World Cup Qualifier which will unfold in Eilat, Israel, from May 6-7. Read more »

Rwanda: BAL 2023 - American Players Jet in As Reg Regroups for Playoffs

Point guard Adonis Filer, shooting guard Cleveland Thomas and forward Delwan Graham have arrived in the country and immediately joined Rwanda Energy Group (REG) Basketball club… Read more »

Rwanda: Amagaju Beat Gicumbi in Race for Topflight Promotion

Amagaju FC recovered from Saturday's 1-0 away loss to Etoile de l'Est to snatch a 2-1 victory over Gicumbi FC at Nyagisenyi Stadium on Wednesday to move to the second place of the… Read more »

Rwanda: Auditor General Names Public Entities That Could Lose Tens of Billions in Court Battles

The Rwanda Energy Group (REG), and the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), are among public entities which are battling court cases in which the plaintiffs seek Rwf38 billion,… Read more »

Rwanda: Pope Francis Dismisses Rwandan Priest Munyeshyaka Who Was Convicted for Genocide

Pope Francis has dismissed from the clerical duties, Wenceslas Munyeshyaka, a Rwandan priest who is a key mastermind of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Read more »