Rwanda: Construction of Rwanda's Tallest Building to Begin in January 2024

Kigali's skyline could, within three years, undergo a remarkable transformation with the construction of the 29-storey Kigali Green Complex (KGC) -- set to become the tallest… Read more »

Rwanda: Goalie Hakizimana Completes AS Kigali Move

AS Kigali have announced the signing of Rayon Sports goalkeeper Adolphe Hakizimana on an undisclosed deal. Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Commends Security Forces on Discipline in End-of-Year Message

In his end-of-year message, President Paul Kagame on Saturday, December 30, extended warm wishes to all the women and men serving in Rwanda's defence and security organs, wishing… Read more »

Rwanda: Four New Teams Added to Tour du Rwanda 2024 Lineup

After revealing the first 16 selected teams in November, the organizers of Tour du Rwanda on Saturday, December 30, unveiled the last four teams to complete the targeted 20 teams… Read more »

Rwanda: Central Bank Warns Against Pricing Goods, Services in Foreign Currency

Pricing goods and services in foreign currencies is prohibited and punishable by the law, and any culprit will be held accountable, the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR) - the… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Dismisses Claims By Burundian President on Ties With Rebel Group

The Government of Rwanda has refuted allegations made by Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye that Kigali supports a Burundian rebel group based in eastern DR Congo. Read more »

Rwanda: Kigali Boss Babes Unveil Their Reality TV Show At Black Elegance Party

The inaugural Black Elegance Party held Friday night, December 29, at Century Park Hotel, Nyarutarama was not just all about celebrities walking through the red carpet in black… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Receives Over 150 Asylum Seekers From Libya

Rwanda on December 28, welcomed 153 asylum seekers evacuated from Libya, according to the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA). Read more »

Rwanda: Nyarugenge Judge, Football Coach Convicted for Forgery

The Nyarugenge Intermediate Court has convicted and sentenced three individuals, including a former football coach, a judge, and another individual, in connection to the case of… Read more »

Rwanda: New Fees to Be Levied on Building Permits

A new presidential order - published on December 4, 2023 - determining fees levied on services and certificates delivered by decentralized entities shows that fees levied on… Read more »

Rwanda: Raising the Flag - Celebrities That Represented Rwanda On the Global Stage in 2023

In 2023, Rwanda's spotlight on the global stage shone bright with a diverse array of talented personalities. From back-to-back hit songs by renowned performers Bruce Melodie,… Read more »

Rwanda: AS Kigali Appoint Guy Bukasa as New Head Coach

Topflight side AS Kigali have announced the appointment of Congolese tactician Guy Bukasa as their new head coach for an unspecified duration. Read more »

Rwanda: Case of Defrauded Rwandan Investor 'A Wakeup Call for Every Kenyan' - Lawyer

The case of a Rwandan investor defrauded of a company worth billions of francs is a wakeup call regarding the poor way some foreign investors are treated by their Kenyan partners… Read more »

Rwanda: NESA Releases Back-to-School Travel Schedule

Preparations are underway for the commencement of the second term with classes scheduled to begin, nationwide, on Monday, January 8. Boarding school students are expected to return… Read more »

Rwanda: Girimbabazi Eyes Second Term as Swimming Federation Boss

Rwanda Swimming Federation (RSF) president Pamela Girimbabazi has confirmed that she is ready to run for another term in office. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Chef Mama D Breaks World Record for Longest Cook-a-Thon

Ugandan chef Dorcus Bashema Kirabo, popularly known as Mama D, has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest individual cook-a-thon, surpassing the previous record held by… Read more »

Rwanda: No Construction Permits for Residential Plots Under 300 Sqm - Official

No construction permit can be issued for a residential house if it sits on a plot of land less than 300 square metres in size, an official from the Ministry of Finance and Economic… Read more »

Rwanda: Bank of Kigali, BDF Ink Deal to Bolster SMEs Growth

Bank of Kigali (BK) and Business Development Fund (BDF), a government-backed initiative that provides financial support to small businesses, on Wednesday, December 27, signed a… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Choreographer Sherrie Silver Directs Movement for Mercedes-Amg Petronas F1 Team

Rwandan born choreographer and creative director Sherrie Silver has added another feat to her illustrious career, having directed movement of photos and videos for the Mercedes-AMG… Read more »

Africa: Rwanda's Akamanzi Appointed NBA Africa CEO

The National Basketball Association (NBA) on Wednesday, December 27, appointed Rwanda's Clare Akamanzi as the Chief Executive Officer of NBA Africa. Read more »

Rwanda: RDF Ready to Deal With Future Threats - General Rwivanga

The Rwanda Defence Force is ready to deal with emerging and future threats to the country's security, according to the military spokesperson, Brig. Gen Ronald Rwivanga. Read more »

Rwanda: New Year - Plan to Address Bus Shortage Unveiled

A large number of travellers heading upcountry to celebrate the New Year with their families may no longer be stuck at the Nyabugogo bus terminal on December 30 and December 31.… Read more »

Rwanda: Kenyan Court Restores Rwf3 Billion Company Defrauded From Rwandan Investor

A Rwandan investor has emerged victorious in a legal battle in Kenya to reclaim ownership of an online company valued at Rwf3.2 billion ($2.6 million), which he was defrauded of by… Read more »

Africa: UN to Fund African Union-Led Peace Missions

The United Nations Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution on the financing of African Union-led peace support operations, a decision welcomed by UN Secretary General… Read more »

Rwanda: Five Foreign-Based Rwandan Players Who Could Change Clubs in January

The first transfer window of 2024 officially opens on January 1 as clubs look to beef up their squads for the second half of the season. Read more »