May 29, 2023
Rwanda: Innovative Digital Platform Seeks to Curb Unemployment in Rwanda
An Innovative, Research based, and inclusive digital platform project (INNODIP), driven by academia and industry officials, has received approval for the establishment of a… Read more »
Rwanda: Foreign Investors Eye Rwanda's Affordable Housing Scheme
Canadian investors are among those who have expressed interest in a project to construct 1,250 'affordable' houses on a 19-hectare plot of land in Ndera, Gasabo District of Kigali,… Read more »
Rwanda: Who Are the Three ICTR-Indicted Genocide Fugitives Still At Large?
After the arrest of Fulgence Kayishema, the number of Genocide fugitives indicted by the former International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) is now down to three. Read more »
Rwanda: What is the Future of Robotics in Rwanda?
Machines continue to play a huge role in providing essential services, especially in the health sector. Read more »
Rwanda: Taking a Critical Look At Cervical Cancer in HIV Infected Women
Did you know that 95 percent of cervical cancer is caused by a certain type of Human papilloma Virus? For those who don't know much about this potential killer virus, it is worth… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Hairstylist Scoops U.S. 'Barber Grammy' for Content Creator of the Year
In the Fast paced, digital world of content creation, where every detail counts, one man stands out as the go-to hairstylist. Martin Safari, known commonly as Safro Fades, won a… Read more »
Africa: Omot, Gueye Lead 2023 Basketball Africa League Awards
The 2023 BAL season concluded on Saturday, May 27 with Al Ahly crowned champions after beating AS Douanes 80-65 in the final at BK Arena. Read more »
Rwanda: Health Sector Reforms to Boost Retention of Medical Personnel
With the rise of deadly non- communicable diseases (NCDs), there is a need to increase the number of medical personnel and curb their turnover. This has since triggered new reforms… Read more »
Rwanda: 5 Things to Remember About BAL Playoffs in Kigali
The third edition of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) concluded in Kigali with Egyptian giants Al Ahly taking home the coveted championship after Saturday's 80-65 comfortable… Read more »
Rwanda: Making VAT Exemption for Period Products a Reality - a Call to Government
As a young girl of 13, the arrival of my first period filled me with an overwhelming sense of shame. I vividly recall an incident in my classroom when one of my classmates… Read more »
Rwanda: Manizabayo Aims High After Impressing At Akagera Race
Team Rwanda rider Eric Manizabayo has said that his performance at last weekend's Akagera Race has only raised his level of confidence ahead of the forthcoming Tour du Cameroun. Read more »
Africa: AU At 60 - Time to Move From Aspiration to Actualisation of Unity
The African Union (AU) turned 60 on May 25, counting from the formation of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963 to its reconstitution as the AU in 2002 to date. Such a… Read more »
Rwanda: Reusable Sanitary Pads Could Be the Solution to Period Poverty
Thousands of sanitary pads are distributed every year, especially during the month of May, to mark the Menstrual Hygiene Day, which highlights the importance of proper management… Read more »
Africa: Customs Officials Seek to Enhance Performance Measurement for Strategic Decisions
Customs officials from 20 countries are set to prioritise the enhancement of performance measurement to make informed strategic decisions. Read more »
Rwanda: Bank of Kigali Inaugurates Nyamata Modern Branch
Bank of Kigali has inaugurated a 'branch model' in Nyamata, Bugesera District, after relocating to a new building with ample space, facilities, additional services, and personnel. Read more »
Rwanda: Ferwafa Elections - Who Are in the Race for the Top Job?
The football governing body (Ferwafa) elections are now taking shape with a host of aspirants submitting their nominations for various positions at the FA's office. Read more »
Rwanda: Kayishema's Arrest - a Wake-Up Call for Nations Harboring Genocide Suspects
Have you ever wondered how justice can slip through the cracks of time and borders? How can fugitives, stained with the blood of heinous crimes, find safe haven and evade the law… Read more »
May 28, 2023
Rwanda: Pork to Be Included in School Feeding
Plans are underway to facilitate schools integrate pork in school feeding programme as means to eradicate malnutrition, Olivier Kamana, Permanent Secretary at Ministry of… Read more »
Rwanda/Mozambique: Afcon Qualifiers - Amavubi to Play Mozambique At Huye Stadium
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has cleared Huye Stadium to host Rwanda's 2023 AFCON qualifier against Mozambique on Sunday, June 18. Read more »
Rwanda: Memorial Stone Unveiled in UK in Honour of Genocide Victims
The Rwandan Community in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, on Saturday, May 27, unveiled a new memorial stone in Salford City in honour of the victims of the 1994 Genocide… Read more »
Rwanda: Kwibuka - GAERG Commemorates Families That Were Completely Wiped-Out
On May 27, an annual vigil to commemorate the 15,593 families completely wiped out during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi was held. In honour of the lives lost and to reflect… Read more »
Rwanda: MPs on Tour to Assess Hospitality, SMEs Performance
Members of Parliament (MPs) have started conducting field visits in all districts of the country, to oversee the hospitality industry development as well as Small and Medium… Read more »
Rwanda: Juno Kizigenza Announces Europe Tour
Popular musician, Bosco Kwizera, a.k.a, Juno Kizigenza, on Saturday announced he would soon kick-off his first ever musical European tour from Belgium in October and November. Read more »
Rwanda: Budget - Rwf220 Billion Needed to Address Urgent Financing Gaps
Different socio-economic and governance projects and activities face 71 gaps, which require Rwf226.4 billion - equivalent to 4.5 per cent of the proposed national budget for… Read more »
Rwanda: Upcoming Chinese Exhibition Tipped to Open Opportunities for Rwandan Entrepreneurs
The China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE), a mega exhibition slated for June 29 to July 2 in Hunan Province - China, has the potential of opening a new window of… Read more »