February 15
Rwanda: Genocide - UN Court Set to Close Rwanda Field Office
The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) will close its Kigali field office on August 31 after almost 30 years of operations in the country. Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Rwanda's New $100 Million Dairy Project
Rwanda has launched a six-year $100.37 million (approx. Rwf127 billion) dairy development project which intends, among others, to increase income of targeted rural households, and… Read more »
Rwanda: School Feeding Programme Budget Rises to Rwf 90 Billion - What It Means
In an address to the joint plenary sitting of both chambers of Parliament on the progress report on post-Covid economic recovery initiatives, Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente… Read more »
Rwanda: A Retrospective Look Into Rwanda-China Relations
standing partnership in development spanning from trade and investments to health, infrastructure and beyond. Since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1971,… Read more »
Rwanda: Teams Jet in Ahead Tour Du Rwanda 2024
Teams have started to jet in ahead of the much-anticipated Tour du Rwanda 2024 slated for February 18-25. Read more »
Southern Africa: South Africa-Led SADC Deployment in the DRC Will Destabilize the East African Region
There were many opportunities for peace. They have all been thrown out on the altar of military brinkmanship and tribalistic politicking. Read more »
Rwanda: Miss Black Festival to Be Held in Kigali
Rwanda is set to host the inaugural 'Miss Black Festival', bringing together black girls from across the globe to celebrate, beauty, intelligence, and cultural richness of black… Read more »
February 14
Ghana: Ghanaian President Replaces Finance Minister, Others in Cabinet Reshuffle
Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Wednesday announced changes to his cabinet, replacing the finance minister and some other ministers in the latest reshuffle. Read more »
Central Africa: Rwanda Launches Aviation Training Centre
Rwanda, on February 14, launched a Centre of Excellence for Aviation Skills (CEAS) aimed at building local capacity and empowering the labour force in the aviation industry in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Vision FC Out to Upset Rayon Sports Ahead of Peace Cup Quarterfinals
Peace Cup quarterfinals (1st leg) Read more »
Central Africa: Belgian Foreign Minister Asks DR Congo to End Ties With FDLR
Belgium's foreign minister Hadja Lahbib has called on the Congolese government to end ties with the FDLR, a UN-sanctioned militia linked to the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in… Read more »
Central Africa: The Ben to Entertain Comedy Lovers in Kampala
Rwandan RnB singer, The Ben, and his wife Pamella Uwicyeza this morning landed in Kampala, Uganda, where the artiste is expected to perform at a comedy show hosted by one of the… Read more »
Rwanda: Ruboneka Leads January Player of the Month Award Shortlist
APR FC central midfielder Jean Bosco Ruboneka is leading the race for the Primus National League player of the month awards for January. Read more »
February 13
Southern Africa: South Africa Sends 2,900 Troops to DR Congo Despite Censure By Main Opposition Party
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday, February 12, ordered the deployment of 2,900 soldiers to eastern DR Congo despite objections by his country' main opposition… Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Côte d'Ivoire Players to Receive Rwf105M, House Each After Afcon 2023 Glory
Each of the 27 players and the technical staff in the Ivorian national team that won the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations will receive $82,000 (Rwf104,878,000) and a house valued at… Read more »
Rwanda: New Festival to Position Kigali As a Global Cultural Hub
25, more than 200 artistes from 25 nations will convene in Kigali for the inaugural edition of 'Kigali Triennial Festival', a celebration of African arts and culture that aims to… Read more »
February 12
Cote d'Ivoire: Haller Gives Ivory Coast Victory in Afcon Final
Sebastien Haller was the hero for Ivory Coast again as the Elephants came from behind to beat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final on home soil. Read more »
Rwanda: World Marathon Record Holder Dies in Road Accident
World Marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his Rwandan coach Gervais Hakizimana have died in a road accident on Sunday at Kpatagat area of Western Kenya. Read more »
Rwanda: Regeneration of Wetlands - It's the Spirit of Rwanda, Isn't It?
Environmental matters were in the news this past week. The headlines read: Nyandungu Eco-Tourism Park to be expanded. Kigali's wetlands rehabilitation project to generate over… Read more »
Rwanda: PNL - Five Things We Learnt From Week 20 Action
The Primus National League match day 20 produced some interesting results from which a total of 18 goals were scored. Read more »
Rwanda: Answering the Call - Kamagaju's Dedication to Autism Advocacy Remains Unwavering
When Rosine Kamagaju set out in 2014 to start advocacy and awareness on autism in Rwanda, she knew she was venturing into an uncharted path that would require passion and… Read more »
Rwanda: How Spark Microgrants' Poverty Alleviation Approach Is Transforming Rwandans' Lives
Spark Microgrants, an International organisation that supports communities facing poverty to take action, is collaborating with the government of Rwanda to combat poverty through a… Read more »
Rwanda: Kidney Transplants Now Covered Under Mutuelle De Santé - RSSB
Patients suffering from chronic renal failure can now get kidney transplant procedures covered by the community-based health insurance scheme (CBHI) commonly known as Mutuelle de… Read more »
Rwanda: Atelier Du Vin's Brunch - A Fusion of Culture, Cuisine and Community
In a city teeming with diverse lifestyles and vibrant entertainment, Kigali is becoming an emerging hub for those seeking new experiences. Among the many activities, fine dining is… Read more »
Rwanda: Mother Appeals for Extended Kidney Treatment Under Medical Insurance
Beatrice Uwifashije is grappling with the urgent need for extended dialysis treatment for her 16-year-old daughter, who has been battling kidney disease since September 2023, The… Read more »