May 01, 2023
Rwanda: The Family That Tormented and Massacred Thousands of Tutsi in Butare
In April 1994, Butare, now Huye District, saw unfathomable mass murders, rapes, and other atrocities committed against the Tutsi. In one family, however, a woman, her son, and her… Read more »
Rwanda: James and Daniella's Mega Worship Evening Set for June
Renowned gospel duo, James and Daniella, have organised a mega worship concert that will feature gospel music enthusiasts from around the world slated for June 2. Read more »
East Africa: Region Defends Regional Force in DR Congo
The East African Community Secretariat has said it is "proud of the work" that has so far been accomplished by the EAC regional force (EACRF) deployed in eastern DR Congo. Read more »
East Africa: Region Must Demand Good Faith From Kinshasa to Implement Peace Processes
The Secretariat of the East African Community (EAC), has urged citizens of member states and the international community to back the efforts of the regional force that is deployed… Read more »
Rwanda: Meet Director Tn Zethy - Rwanda's Rising Music Video Director
In the bustling music scene of Rwanda, there is a new director making waves with his creative vision and exceptional skills. Meet Iyaremye Barthez, also known as Director Tn Zethy,… Read more »
Rwanda: Players Abroad - Emeran On Target As Imanishimwe's Far Bow Out of Confederation Cup
It was a weekend of mixed fortunes for Rwandan players plying their trade abroad with a number of them excelling for their respective clubs. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Sign Language Dictionary to Address Challenges By the Deaf
The Government of Rwanda, through the National Council of Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), has completed the production of a comprehensive Rwandan Sign Language Dictionary (RSLD).… Read more »
Rwanda: Volleyball - Kenyan Coach Mulinge Linked With APR Return
Kenyan Sammy Mulinge is strongly linked with a move back to APR volleyball club for yet another stint as the army side's head coach. Read more »
Rwanda: Jack Ma Appointed Visiting Professor At Rwanda's African Leadership University
The African Leadership University (ALU) in Kigali has appointed Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba Group and Jack Ma Foundation, as a visiting professor. Read more »
Rwanda: Nsengiyumva Hails Etoile Character in Top Flight Football Chase
Etoile de l'Est head coach Francois Nsengiyumva has hailed his players for playing with character during Saturday's 1-0 narrow win over Amagaju at Ngoma stadium. Read more »
East Africa: EAC Now Boasts Some National Public E-Libraries, But By How Much?
A quest a couple of years ago to discover the selection of ebooks by African authors one could borrow from national public libraries in the East African Community yielded mostly… Read more »
Rwanda: Kina Festival Engages Children in Arts
The ongoing KINA Festival kicked off on April 29, with a set of various artistic performances that shed light on culture, growth, entertainment and inclusion of children. Read more »
Rwanda: Private Companies Take the Lead in Revolutionising Education and Preparing the Workforce of the Future
Africa is often described as the youngest continent and the future workforce of the world. However, to fulfil this potential, the education systems in Africa must be improved to… Read more »
Rwanda: Increase of Public Servants' Pay Will Depend on Economy - Official
As the economy continues to recover, salaries for public servants might also increase, Faustin Mwambari, the Head of the Employment Ecosystem Policy and Strategy Department in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Five Things We Learnt From Rwanda Premier League Weekend Action
The Rwanda Premier League match day 27 produced some shocking results with Rutsiro and Marines FC all winning their games away from home as the battle for relegation survival gets… Read more »
Rwanda: Reflections On Labour Day, Essence and Cost of Ceremonies
The other day some colleagues and I were talking about different subjects, mainly the past, as we are accustomed to when in a relaxed mood. We also tend to be reflective when in… Read more »
Rwanda: Cogebanque Pays Tribute to Victims of Genocide Against the Tutsi
Cogebanque Board, management, staff and partners commemorated the victims of the 1994 Genocide against Tutsi, on Friday, April 29. Read more »
April 30, 2023
East Africa: Region Moves to Protect Migrant Workers From Abuse
In the wake of reported human rights violations in the Gulf countries, the East African Community (EAC) is pursuing the harmonisation of labour migration policies to curb… Read more »
Rwanda: Cycling - Ngendahayo, Ingabire Win Race to Remember
Rider Germain Ngendahayo won 2023 Race to Remember after outsprinting a group of riders to the finish line to pass the 30-lap test on wheel across Kigali City in a dominant… Read more »
Rwanda: Over 14 Million Pages of Gacaca Court Archives Indexed
The Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE) told The New Timesthat 14,220,000 pages of Gacaca court archives have already been indexed. Read more »
Rwanda: Labour Party Pushes for Increase of Workers' Salaries Amid Rising Cost of Living
The Rwandan Socialist Labour Party (PSR) has requested the government to urgently consider a way to increase the salaries of workers. Read more »
Rwanda: General Muganga Rules Out Running for FERWAFA Presidency
APR FC Chairman Lt Gen Mubarak Muganga has said he is not interested in running for Rwanda FA presidency. Read more »
Rwanda: Espoir Relegated as Rayon Climb to Second
Espoir FC have been relegated to the second division after 12 years in the top flight. Read more »
Rwanda: Ikenna in Fresh Talks With Gorilla FC Over New Deal
Gorilla FC winger Ikenna Duru has hinted that he is close to signing a contract extension with the club. Read more »
April 29, 2023
Rwanda: Italian Premier Defends UK-Rwanda Migration Deal
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said a plan by the UK government to send asylum seekers to Rwanda was agreement between free nations, seeking to safeguard the safety of… Read more »