Rwanda: The Ben Announces Wedding Dates

The long-awaited celebrity wedding ceremony of singer The Ben and Pamella Uwicyeza is finally coming to a reality after the singer announced the dates to their big day. Read more »

Rwanda: UNHCR, WFP Announce Decrease in Basic Services for Refugees in Rwanda

Due to budget constraints, refugees in Rwanda will no longer be able to receive some basic services, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and World Food Programme (WFP) have informed the… Read more »

East Africa: Region Raises Concerns Over 'Deteriorating' DR Congo Situation

The East African Community (EAC) has said it is "deeply concerned" about the escalation of hostilities by armed groups in eastern DR Congo, especially in the area of operation of… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Concerned Over 2,000 Mercenaries in DR Congo, Kinshasa-Backed FDLR

Rwanda has raised concerns over more than 2,000 mercenaries from Eastern Europe working with DR Congo's armed forces and the FDLR genocidal militia to fight against M23. Read more »

East Africa: Diamond Platnumz, Zuchu and Jux Added On Trace Awards Line-Up

Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Diamond Platnumz will soon jet in in Rwanda for Trace Awards, accompanied by two of East Africa's emerging talents, Zuchu and Jux, Trace has announced. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Artistes That Have Pulled Large Crowds

The Ben's Recent sold-out concert in Bujumbura, Burundi, was proof that Rwandan music is on the move and more than ever, local musicians are using their ability to satisfy global… Read more »

Rwanda: Why Law Governing Civil Aviation Is Under Review

A new bill governing the Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA) seeks to allow it to ensure civil aviation training and innovation in aviation, and to regulate and oversee relevant… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandans in Israel Are Safe - Envoy

Rwandans who are currently in Israel are safe, and none of them has been hurt during the ongoing fighting between Israel and Hamas terrorists, the country's ambassador to Rwanda,… Read more »

Rwanda: Exams Body Reassures Teachers Over Delayed Marking Allowances

Some teachers, who marked the national exams, have raised concerns about delayed payments since August after completing their tasks. Read more »

Rwanda: Impact of Fishing Breaks in Lake Kivu

The latest biological break which allows reproduction for aquatic animals as well as the restoration of Lake Kivu started on August 28 and will end on October 28. Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: UN Peacekeepers Suspended Over Sexual Misconduct

The United Nations peacekeeping mission in DR Congo (MONUSCO) says it took "immediate and robust action" in response to reports of sexual misconduct by its troops. Read more »

Rwanda: Six Rwandan Students Develop Tech to Power China's First AI Satellite

The Rwanda Space Agency (RSA) and STAR.VISION Aerospace Limited (STAR.VISION) have made a leap in satellite technology by incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into China's… Read more »

Rwanda: 'Rwf500,000 Bribe to Kill a Story' Gets YouTube Journalist Arrested

Theogene Manirakiza, a journalist and founder of Ukwezi TV, a YouTube-based platform, is in custody for allegedly receiving a bribe to not publish a story. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Airways Plane Lands 'Safely' After Security Threat Alert

A Kenya Airways (KQ) plane bound for London's Heathrow Airport landed "safely" after "an alert of a potential security threat," the airline said in a statement on Thursday, October… Read more »

Rwanda: Major Methane Gas Exploitation Projects on Lake Kivu

Lake Kivu which has been nicknamed the 'killer lake' due to its concentrated explosive methane gases has multi-million-dollar projects aimed at extracting methane gas for different… Read more »

Rwanda: What Does It Take to Join Bayern Munich Academy Rwanda?

The Ministry of Sports last week announced that some 20 aspiring young football talents who were part of those selected to join the prestigious academy had been disqualified due to… Read more »

Rwanda: The New VAT Law - What Should Have Been Considered Differently?

On September 14, 2023, law nº 049/2023 of 05/09/2023 establishing value added tax (the new VAT law) was gazetted. Read more »

Rwanda: Mobile World Congress Kigali Set to Accelerate Digital Innovation, Enhance Connectivity

The Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali, Africa's largest and most influential connectivity event, is poised to accelerate digital innovation and enhance connectivity, propelling… Read more »

Rwanda: Belgium Trial - Twahirwa's Ex-Wife Pins Him on Role in Genocide

The ex-wife of genocide suspect Seraphin Twahirwa has provided testimony regarding his involvement in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, primarily in Kigali. Read more »

Rwanda: Rayon Sports is Like Home, Says Returning Muhire

Midfielder Kevin Muhire has branded Rayon Sports like 'home' as he prepares to embark on a third spell at the club. Read more »

Rwanda: Eastern Province - Farmers Call for More Investment in Agri-Machinery

Farmers in Nyagatare and Kayonza districts have called upon investors to support them in acquiring agri-machinery, like tractors, so that they can increase the outcomes of farming… Read more »

Rwanda: Mvuyekure Apologises for Controversial Red Card in Etoile Win

Rayon Sports midfielder Emmanuel Mvuyekure has apologized for the red cad he received during club's 2-1 win over Etoile de l'Est in a Primus National League encounter held at… Read more »

Rwanda: e-Waste - MPs Call on Govt to Develop Effective Removal Strategy From Homes

Members of Parliament (MPs) have called upon the government to devise a clear plan for the removal of electronic waste (e-waste) from people's homes to collection centres and,… Read more »

Rwanda: Farmers Urged to Embrace Crop Rotation Amid Potato Farming Drop

The Rwanda Agriculture Board (RAB) has recommended that Irish potato farmers adopt proper crop rotation as a way to address agricultural malpractices leading to low production. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Achieves 70% Electricity Access, Set to Host Energy Conference

Rwanda has made remarkable progress in its pursuit of universal electricity access, achieving an access rate of 70 per cent, with 20 per cent of this success attributed to off-grid… Read more »