May 19, 2022
Rwanda: Central African Republic Recognizes Rwandan Police Peacekeepers
The Central African Republic (CAR) government, on Wednesday, May 18, awarded certificates to two Rwandan Police units serving as UN peacekeepers in the country, in recognition of… Read more »
Rwanda: No Financial Reward for Human Vaccine, Drug Trial Participants
A participant in a research such as that for vaccine or medicine use in humans does not obtain a financial or material reward, either direct or indirect, according to the bill… Read more »
Rwanda: La Francophonie to Train Rwandan Peacekeepers in French
The International Organisation of Francophonie (OIF) has launched a French teaching programme for Rwanda Defence Force troops that will be deployed in peacekeeping operations in… Read more »
Rwanda: Family Safety is Key for Country's Development, Minister Bayisenge
Minister of Gender and Family Promotion, Jeannette Bayisenge has urged families to avoid conflict and fight against vices such as polygamy for the safety of households and… Read more »
Rwanda: PM Launches U.S.$250 Million Economic Recovery Fund
A US$ 250 million fund has been launched to further support economic recovery through increased access to finance for businesses affected by Covid-19 pandemic. Read more »
Rwanda: RDB Launches Program to Fast-Track Private Sector-Led Transformation
To enhance private sector-led economic transformation, the government is partnering with PEMANDU Association, a global consultancy company to implement the Rwanda Private… Read more »
Rwanda: Genocide - Will UN Fugitives Have Their Day in Court Before They Die?
In less than a week, the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) has announced the death of two of the last six genocide fugitives that were indicted by the… Read more »
Rwanda: Ten Highlights From Premier Ngirente's News Conference
The Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente on Wednesday May 18 hosted a press conference after the launch of the second phase of the Economic Recovery Fund (ERF), a policy response… Read more »
Rwanda: Golf - Rwandan Pair in Zimbabwe for International Tournament
Rwandan duo Aloys Nsabimana and Celestine Nsanzuwera who are members of the Kigali Golf Club are representing the country in an international tournament in Zimbabwe. Read more »
May 18, 2022
Rwanda: World Hypertension Day - How Is Rwanda Faring in Containing Spread?
May 17th of every year is dedicated to raising global awareness for hypertension and promoting its prevention. The disease is said to be one of the leading causes of cardiovascular… Read more »
Rwanda: Peace Cup - Resilient as Kigali Fights Back to Qualify for Final
Two sublime goals from Police's Antoine Dominique Ndayishimiye was not enough as AS Kigali fought back to draw 2-2 in a crunch Peace Cup Semi-final second leg game at the Kigali… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt to Announce CHOGM Road Map
While previous high profile events in Kigali have been characterized with heavy traffic on some of the major roads, Prime Minister, Edouard alleged such fears that maybe related to… Read more »
Rwanda: Another ICTR-Indicted Fugitive Confirmed Dead
Phénéas Munyarugarama, a fugitive of the Genocide against the Tutsi has been confirmed to have died from natural cause in 2002, according to a UN prosecutor. Read more »
Rwanda: Private Sector, CSOs, Rallied to Address Security Challenges
The Minister for Defence, Maj Gen Albert Murasira, has said that the contribution of the private sector and civil society is very critical in addressing security challenges on the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, EU Sign Four-Year Deal Worth €260m
The European Union, under its Multiannual Indicative Program (MIP) has committed to provide a total of Rwf278 billion (€260 million) for a period of four years, as part of the… Read more »
Rwanda: Teams Start to Jet in Ahead of BAL Playoffs
Teams that will compete at the playoffs of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) have started to arrive in Kigali ahead of the much-anticipated showpiece slated for May 21-28. Read more »
Rwanda: Five Things to Know as BAL Tips Off in Kigali
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) playoffs are around the corner, with less than three days left for the showpiece to officially tip off at the magnificent Kigali Arena. Read more »
Africa: Experts Meet in Kigali to Discuss Future of Green Cities in Africa
The City of Kigali is hosting a three-day workshop that has brought together experts in urban planning from 20 cities in Africa, to discuss the future of green cities. Read more »
Rwanda: Peace Cup - Five Players to Watch in Police Vs AS Kigali Tie
The Peace Cup semi-final second leg tie between Police FC and AS Kigali will be played at the Kigali stadium on Wednesday as both teams eye a place in the grand finale. Read more »
Rwanda: Calls Grow to Set Up Scheme for Unemployment Benefits
Advocates for workers' rights have called for an unemployment benefit scheme that will support people who lose jobs as a result of unexpected circumstances such as the Covid-19… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda and Vaccines, a Milestone to Celebrate
Rwanda is among the few African countries that has registered a wide coverage in either routine immunization or the Covid-19 vaccination drive. Read more »
Rwanda: Nyacyonga-Mukoto Road Gets Funding
Rwanda has signed a loan agreement worth $18million (approximately Rwf18Bn) with OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) to upgrade the road from Nyacyonga to Mukoto between… Read more »
May 17, 2022
Rwanda: Micomyiza Appears in Court, Denies Genocide Crimes
Prosecution on Monday, May 16 arraigned Jean-Paul Micomyiza, who is accused of participating in the Genocide against Tutsi in 1994. Read more »
Africa: New Tool to Measure Ease of Inter-Africa Trade Launched
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) on Sunday, May 15, launched the first-ever comprehensive tool that measures how easy, or hard, it is to do business between African… Read more »
Africa: Africa Demands 'Fair International Finance Architecture'
Calls for an international finance architecture which is fair grew on Monday, May 16, in Dakar, Senegal. Read more »