March 13
East Africa: Regional Parliament Petitioned Over Inadequate Healthcare in EAC
East African Community (EAC) citizens go to foreign countries for advanced treatment, resulting in spending abroad the resources that could help regional growth, activists said as… Read more »
Rwanda: Top French Prosecutor Calls for End to Impunity As He Honours Murambi Genocide Victims
Jean François Ricard, the Head of the French National Anti-Terrorism Prosecution Office, paid tribute to the 50,000 victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi during his… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Inaugural Green Bond Signals Market Development - Experts
Experts in the capital markets industry say the issuance of the first-ever Green Bond on the Rwandan market signifies the pace at which the market is growing and is timely given… Read more »
Rwanda: Push for 'Pay-Per-Distance' As Public Transport Fares Rise
Public transport users and activists have requested the government to fast-track the implementation of a 'distance-based transport fare system' instead of charging for the entire… Read more »
Rwanda: Rubavu - Residents Assured of Safety As Authorities Crack Down On 'Criminal Gang'
The Mayor of Rubavu District, Prosper Mulindwa, has reassured residents that authorities are taking action to guarantee their safety. This comes after concerns were raised on… Read more »
Rwanda: Empowering Women Leaders - Integrating Health and Wellness for Lasting Success
In the aftermath of International Women's Day, where the spotlight on gender parity and empowerment still lingers, it is imperative to channel this energy towards a cause that… Read more »
Rwanda: Liberalization of Public Transport Set to Increase Competition
The government has licensed 14 companies and four individuals to operate public transport on various routes in the City of Kigali, including newly unveiled routes, breaking a… Read more »
Rwanda: Older People, It's Time to Get Healthier
Staying healthy and feeling your best is important at any age. The ageing process often brings about changes in metabolism, muscle mass, bone density, and overall body function,… Read more »
Rwanda: Why ESG Investors Are Pouring Money Into Rwanda
Two decades ago, nobody would have thought it was important to draw a distinction between investors based on their consciousness. Not today. Read more »
Rwanda: How Efficient Are Electric Motorbikes?
bikes) were first introduced in Rwanda in 2019 in line with the Green Growth and Climate Resilient Strategy, a 2050 vision for the country of being a developed, climate-resilient… Read more »
Rwanda: Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup Now Here to Stay - Official
The Cecafa senior men's Challenge Cup is back on the table after a five year-hiatus mainly due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Read more »
Rwanda: Lessons From RPF Congress - Demand More, Give More and Prepare for Transition
On Saturday, I joined around 2,000 Rwandans at Intare Arena to attend the RPF-Inkotanyi Extraordinary Congress for two main purposes: firstly, to find out who the 70 RPF-Inkotanyi… Read more »
Rwanda: Can Ish Kevin and His Generation Save Hip Hop?
On March 3, Ish Kevin, a Rwandan renowned lyricist and rapper, released a snippet of his next big project, produced in the old-school hip-hop style of the 90s and early 2000s,… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Highlights Major Plans to Boost Food Crops Production
Rwanda's agriculture sector recorded the slowest growth in 2023 at 2 per cent, with food crop production activities stagnating at 0 per cent, the latest data from the National… Read more »
March 12
Rwanda: Rwanda, Tanzania Commit to Stronger Trade, Energy Ties
Rwanda's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Vincent Biruta, and his Tanzanian counterpart, January Makamba, committed to boosting the two countries'… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Makes Two New Appointments in Foreign Affairs Ministry
President Paul Kagame, on March 12, 2024, appointed Amb.Monique Mukaruliza as Ambassador at large in charge for regional integration in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and… Read more »
Rwanda: Kinyarwanda - What We Lose By Not Speaking Native Language
Since relocating to the US in 2019, Rwanda's Nichola Muhire found himself in a dynamic working environment where proficiency in a different language (particularly English) is… Read more »
Rwanda: Bk Foundation, Inkomoko, Empower Women Entrepreneurs in 8th Edition of Bk Urumuri Initiative
BK Foundation, in partnership with Inkomoko, is thrilled to announce the commencement of the 8th edition of the BK Urumuri Initiative. This groundbreaking six-month business… Read more »
Rwanda: Antenatal Depression - Why Pregnant Women Need Support
Antenatal depression, also known as depression during pregnancy, is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition for women. Symptoms may include sadness, sleep problems,… Read more »
March 11
Rwanda: Why Educating Adolescents On Sexual Consent Is Crucial
In today's evolving society, conversations around sexual consent are gaining traction. One important focus is educating adolescents and teenagers about the true meaning of consent,… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame, Angolan President Discuss DR Congo Crisis
President Paul Kagame and his Angolan counterpart Joao Lourenço met in the capital Luanda on Monday, March 11, for a discussion on the security situation in eastern DR… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Economy Grew 8.2% in 2023
Rwanda's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 8.2 per cent to Rwf 16,355 billion in 2023, boosted largely by the services sector, the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda… Read more »
Rwanda: IWD - Bank of Kigali Urges Women to 'Unleash Business Potential' At Gala Dinner
Bank of Kigali (BK) hosted an International Women's Day gala dinner on Friday, March 8 at the Kigali Convention Centre. The event created a joyful atmosphere for women to… Read more »
Rwanda: Women Make Up 15% of PhD Holders in Rwanda - Report
Women account for a small share of academic staff at the higher education level, including those holding PhD degrees, despite occupying most of the teaching jobs in primary… Read more »
Rwanda: UR's New Vaccinology Programme Is a Step in the Right Direction
The launch of a Master of Science in Vaccinology programme at the University of Rwanda (UR), which was announced last week marks a pivotal moment, not just for the nation, but also… Read more »