September 27
Africa: A Dispiriting High-Level Week at the UN as Leaders Devalue Democracy [blog]
CFR
Leaders devalue democracy under the guise of standing up to the West. Read more »
September 26
Rwanda: Prosecution Speaks Out On Pierre Kayondo, the Genocide Suspect Arrested in France
New Times
The National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA) has issued a statement regarding Pierre Kayondo, a fugitive of the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, who was recently arrested… Read more »
Rwanda: Six Dams to Help Cope With Climate Quirks
New Times
Despite having ample water resources, Rwanda faces a significant challenge in terms of water storage capacity, as revealed by a recent report from the Rwanda Water Resources Board. Read more »
Rwanda: FIBA Africa's All-Girls Youth Camp Comes to Kigali
New Times
An all-girls continental youth camp (U16) organised by FIBA Africa began on Tuesday, September 26, in Kigali, bringing together youngsters from various countries to learn from… Read more »
Rwanda: As Rwanda Eyes the Election Season Party, Tshisekedi Readies the Congolese People for Business End of the Gun
New Times
It's been quite an eventful seven days since I last wrote. French news magazine, Jeune Afrique, 'broke' the worst kept political secret; President Kagame would run for President… Read more »
Rwanda: Court Remands 'Serial Killer' Dennis Kazungu
New Times
The Kicukiro Primary Court on Tuesday, September 26 remanded Dennis Kazungu who is accused of murdering 14 people, 13 of whom are women for 30 days on charges that include murder,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Business Alliance Launched in UK
New Times
The Rwanda Business Alliance was last week launched in the UK with an aim to bring the Rwandan and UK business communities closer together, according to a statement from the Rwanda… Read more »
Rwanda/Ghana: Quite Improved Rwanda Loses to Ghana in Accra
New Times
Rwanda put up an improved performance in the second leg of the 2024 WAFCON qualifier against Ghana on Tuesday, September 26, at Accra Sports Stadium despite losing 5-0. Read more »
Rwanda: Former Cooperative Agency Boss to Be Arraigned on September 27
New Times
The Nyarugenge Primary Court on Wednesday, September 27, is scheduled to commence the pre-detention hearing in the case of Jean-Bosco Harelimana, the former boss of the Rwanda… Read more »
Rwanda: FIFA Bans Rayon Sports From Registering Foreign Players
New Times
FIFA has sanctioned Rwanda's CAF Confederation Cup campaigners Rayon Sports from registering new expatriate players. Read more »
Rwanda: MPs Set to Approve Rwf63 Billion for Water Treatment Plant
New Times
Lawmakers are set to convene in an extraordinary sitting on Tuesday afternoon to approve financing agreements including $52 million (about Rwf62.8 billion) for the expansion of… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Hosts Course to Address Child Recruitment in Armed Violence
New Times
The Regional Lead Trainers Course on Prevention of Recruitment and Use of Children in Armed Violence commenced on Monday, September 25, at Rwanda Peace Academy (RPA) training… Read more »
Rwanda: Kenny Sol On Rwanda, Canada Music Tour
New Times
Rwandan afrobeat sensation Kenny Sol has had an incredible year, filled with unforgettable performances and a growing fan base that has left him stunned and inspired. The latest… Read more »
September 25
Rwanda: Local AI Firm on Enhancing Infrastructure to Preserve Kinyarwanda
New Times
Technology is advancing at a high pace, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) playing a pivotal role. However, it's worth noting that certain AI tools, such as Google Translate and… Read more »
Rwanda: University of Rwanda Student Develops AI Platform to Provide Expert Advice to Farmers
New Times
Theofrida Maginga, a PhD candidate at the African Center of Excellence in Internet of Things (ACEIoT) at the University of Rwanda (UR) specializing in Embedded Computing Systems is… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Rwanda's 'Carbon Market Scheme'
New Times
Rwanda is set to unveil its carbon market scheme at the 28th UN Climate Summit, known as COP28, scheduled to take place from November 30 to December 12, at Expo City Dubai, The… Read more »
Rwanda: Nine Major Incentives in Rwanda's Proposed Startup Act
New Times
Rwanda could soon join a select group of African countries that implemented a startup Act, which the government hopes will spur the development of the country's tech-based services… Read more »
Rwanda: NESA Refutes Reports of Suspension of 54 Schools
New Times
The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) has denied reports stating that 54 schools have been suspended. They assert that these reports were misunderstood… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Among Potential Buyers of Idle Nobilis Hotel
New Times
The government of Rwanda is among entities that showed interest in buying Nobilis hotel building owned by SONARWA Assurance Ltd, the Chief Budget Manager at the Ministry of Finance… Read more »
September 24
Rwanda: Genocide - Former Kibuye Prefect Pierre Kayondo Arrested in France
New Times
Pierre Kayondo, a former prefect of Kibuye, has been arrested and indicted in France for his alleged role in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Govt's New Plan for Women's Financial Inclusion
New Times
Rwanda has made significant strides in terms of financial inclusion where the last 15 years saw an increased rate from 21 per cent to 77 per cent, in terms of access to formal… Read more »
Rwanda: Locally Filmed Movie 'Fight Like a Girl' Bags Nominations at AMAAs
New Times
The Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) roster of nominees for the year 2023 is out, and the movie 'Fight Like a Girl' which features local actors Malaika Uwamahoro, Kennedy Jones… Read more »
Rwanda: What You May Have Missed At the All-Star Concert
New Times
Following the highly anticipated All-Star game by the Rwanda Basketball League, a concert took place featuring artistes such as Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Kivumbi King, and more.… Read more »
Rwanda: 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Felt in Rwanda
New Times
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake hit Rwanda on Sunday, August 24, for a very brief period of time at approximately 4:21pm. Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali City Names Three Roads to Be Dedicated to Public Buses
New Times
Three road networks in Kigali will soon be dedicated to public buses during peak hours as a solution to traffic congestion in the capital. Read more »
