December 29, 2025
Rwanda: Football Academies Decry Funding for Sustainable Youth Tournaments
New Times
Parents of talented children in football, coaches and academy pioneers have called for increased funding for football academies' tournaments, saying sustainable competitions are… Read more »
Rwanda: Fashion Moments That Stood Out in 2025
New Times
From bold runways and cultural storytelling to global recognition and industry-shaping milestones, 2025 was a year when Rwandan fashion showed signs of aggression despite very few… Read more »
Rwanda: Hoops - Which Are the Top Trades of the Offseason So Far?
New Times
With less than a month before the new season of Rwanda Basketball League (RBL) commences on January 24, a host of clubs have been reinforcing their rosters ready enough to battle… Read more »
Cameroon/Gabon: Afcon 2025 - Cameroon Hold Côte d'Ivoire, Aubameyang's Gabon Eliminated
New Times
Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire played out a 1-1 draw on Sunday night at the Marrakech Stadium, leaving Group F wide open after a high-level clash between two of Africa's football… Read more »
Rwanda: Belgium Must Not Stop At Condemning Congolese Army Spokesperson Remarks [opinion]
New Times
The remarks recently made by the spokesperson of the Democratic Republic of Congo's army shocked many observers around the world. Read more »
December 28, 2025
Central African Republic: CAR Citizens Head to Polls in Multi-Level Vote
New Times
Citizens of the Central African Republic (CAR) are going to the polls on Sunday, December 28, to elect their president for a term of office of seven years. More than 2.39 million… Read more »
Rwanda: Rubavu - Trade Minister Urges Collective Efforts Among Business People to Transform Town
New Times
Trade and industry minister Prudence Sebahizi has praised the completion of Gisenyi market, saying it "adds great value to the district's ongoing development as a tourism and… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Start Producing Key Nuclear Medicine Chemical in 2026
New Times
Starting in the first quarter of 2026, Rwanda is set to become a producer of radionuclides, a key chemical for nuclear medicine. Read more »
Rwanda: Five Key Developments That Shaped Rwanda's Aviation Industry in 2025
New Times
Rwanda's aviation sector posted notable gains in 2025, driven by fleet expansion, new air service agreements, route growth, cargo partnerships and advances in aviation technology. Read more »
December 25, 2025
Rwanda: M'barreck Scores Double As Al Hilal Thrash Gorilla FC
New Times
Forward Ahmed M'Barreck scored twice as Al Hilal returned to winning ways with a convincing 3-0 victory over Gorilla FC on Wednesday at Kigali Pelé Stadium. Read more »
Rwanda: When 2025 Marked a Turning Point for Rwandan Volleyball
New Times
From packed indoor arenas and continental breakthroughs to renewed leadership and growing public interest, 2025 will be remembered as a turning point for Rwandan volleyball. Read more »
Rwanda: Must Watch Movies to Get Your Christmas Holiday Right
New Times
As we get into the festive season, some may want shows to wind down the year. And, for you who turn to your home screens for fiction and nonfiction escapes, this holiday period… Read more »
Rwanda: Kcc Public Square to Host 10-Day Festive Season Events
New Times
A newly developed public space at the intersection of the Kigali Convention Centre (KCC), Kigali Heights (KH) and Kigali Alliance Business Centre (KABC) will host a 10-day line-up… Read more »
December 24, 2025
Rwanda: Rwanda Shuts 10,000 Churches Under Tough Worship Regulations
RFI
The Rwandan government has reportedly closed about 10,000 churches for failing to comply with a 2018 law regulating places of worship, which introduced new requirements on health… Read more »
Rwanda: Let's Remember to Celebrate Together This Festive Season [editorial]
New Times
As the festive season unfolds across the world, and particularly Rwanda, homes will be filled with laughter, music, and the warmth of shared meals. For many, this is a time of… Read more »
Rwanda: A Guide to Christmas Church Services Across Kigali
New Times
With Christmas just a day away, Christians across Kigali are preparing to gather for worship, with churches planning special services, concerts and family celebrations. Read more »
Rwanda: 20 Green Initiatives That Defined Rwanda's Climate Agenda in 2025
New Times
As climate and environmental pressures intensify, 2025 marked a pivotal year for Rwanda with the rollout of multiple green initiatives aimed at strengthening climate resilience and… Read more »
Rwanda: Momo Rwanda Launches Holiday Cashback Rewards for Momoapp Customers
New Times
Mobile Money Rwanda Ltd (MoMo Rwanda ) is excited to announce an exclusive 5% cashback for MoMoApp customers for their first five (5) purchases via MoMoPay in a single day. Read more »
Rwanda: Israel Mbonyi, Kitoko and Co Head to Rubavu for Festive Bonanza
New Times
Singer Kitoko Bibarwa and gospel star Israel Mbonyi are among the big names set to headline major entertainment events in Rubavu as the festive season gathers momentum. Read more »
Rwanda: More Than Just Drinking - When Calm Doesn't Feel Like Home [opinion]
New Times
Margaret (not her real name) has been one of my closest cousins since primary school. She was vibrant and effortlessly social, the kind of person who could walk into a room and… Read more »
Rwanda: Radisson Blu Christmas Tree Lighting Draws Over 3,000 Children
New Times
More than 3,000 children, accompanied by their families, gathered at the Radisson Blu and Convention Centre in Kigali on December 21 for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting… Read more »
Rwanda: Cheap Money Is the Critical Factor for Double-Digit Growth
New Times
Speaking during a panel discussion titled "Building a solid foundation for our country" at the 17th Rwanda Patriotic Front (RPF) Congress in Kigali, Rwanda Development Board (RDB)… Read more »
Rwanda: How Rural Communities Keep Christmas Rooted in Sharing, Faith and Togetherness
New Times
On Christmas Day, rural communities across Rwanda come together to mark the festive season as a shared celebration, shaped by collective savings, communal meals, church services… Read more »
Rwanda: Shades of Excellence - Highlights From ICPAR Members' Luminary Gala
New Times
The inaugural ICPAR Members' Luminary Gala Dinner has set a new benchmark for how the Institute honors its community. Read more »
Rwanda: Faith Leaders Urge Believers to Put Christ Back At the Centre of Xmas
New Times
As Christians across the country mark Christmas Day, religious leaders are urging believers to pause and reflect on the true meaning of the season, saying it goes beyond… Read more »
