Rwanda is strengthening controls on refrigerant imports and exports and training customs officers and refrigeration technicians as it seeks to prevent illegal trade in chemicals […]
EAUR tells 779 graduates to create jobs, not wait for employment
A total of 779 students have graduated from East Africa University Rwanda (EAUR), with university leaders urging them to use their qualifications to create jobs, solve social problems and contribute to the country’s development rather than wait for employers to…
Nsengiyumva says African cooperation will shape the continent’s future
Prime Minister, Dr Justin Nsengiyumva, has called for stronger cooperation among African countries, fewer barriers to the movement of people and greater opportunities for young people to create jobs and participate in the economy. Nsengiyumva made the remarks while addressing…
Senate approves new Auditor General and four other appointments
Rwanda’s Senate has approved Claudette Mukashyaka as Auditor General of State Finances, alongside several other appointments to public institutions and diplomatic service. Mukashyaka was appointed by the Cabinet on October 26, 2026. Her appointment was reviewed by the Senate’s Committee…
Rwandans account for 77% of participation in Rwanda Stock Exchange
Rwandans now account for 77% of participation in the Rwanda Stock Exchange (RSE), up from a market previously dominated by foreign investors, according to figures presented during a capital markets awareness campaign in Rubavu. David Mitari, Director of Operations at…
Kenya leads 2026 EAC quality awards as Rwanda firms take second and third places
Kenyan organisations secured the largest number of first-place awards at the 2026 East African Community (EAC) Regional Quality Awards, while three Rwandan companies earned recognition in their respective categories during the ceremony held in Kigali. The fourth edition of the…
Kagame urges Commonwealth to back viable investment projects
President Paul Kagame has urged Commonwealth countries to encourage investment in viable business projects, saying that once a project demonstrates its potential to make a profit, other obstacles become easier to address. Kagame made the remarks during a high-level discussion…
Commonwealth leaders urged to turn investment pledges into jobs and skills
President Paul Kagame has urged Commonwealth countries to strengthen investment partnerships and challenge perceptions that developing economies are too risky for investors, as leaders meet in Antigua and Barbuda to discuss ways of promoting trade and shared prosperity. Speaking during…
Three new human rights commissioners take oath
Three newly appointed commissioners of Rwanda’s National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) have taken oath, pledging to promote and protect human rights in the country. Nyiragwaneza Athanasie, Bangayandusha Viateur and Umutoni Aissa were sworn in on November 2, 2026, in…
Halle Berry seeks sole decision-making rights over son amid custody dispute
American actress Halle Berry has asked a Los Angeles court to grant her sole decision-making…
Rwanda’s F1 deal puts spotlight on five homegrown music stars
Rwanda’s planned Formula 1 African Grand Prix could open new opportunities for the country’s music…
Knowless to headline third edition of Improper Access in Kigali
Rwandan singer Butera Knowless will headline the third edition of Improper Access, a music event…
Vestine, Dorcas unveil ‘IBIHE’ music video
Gospel singers Ishimwe Vestine and Kamikazi Dorcas have released the music video for their latest…
Brad Pitt joins girlfriend, Hollywood stars at Clooney’s human rights awards in London
Brad Pitt made a rare red-carpet appearance with his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon, at the…
Ben’Imana becomes Rwanda’s first Oscar submission
Marie-Clémentine Dusabejambo’s feature film Ben’Imana has been selected as Rwanda’s first-ever official submission for the…
US plans to end Rwanda’s AGOA trade benefits from January 2027
Rwanda faces the loss of preferential access to the United States market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) from January 1, 2027, after […]
Kenya leads 2026 EAC quality awards as Rwanda firms take second and third places
Kenyan organisations secured the largest number of first-place awards at the 2026 East African Community (EAC) Regional Quality Awards, while three Rwandan companies earned recognition […]
Kagame urges Commonwealth to back viable investment projects
President Paul Kagame has urged Commonwealth countries to encourage investment in viable business projects, saying that once a project demonstrates its potential to make a […]
Commonwealth leaders urged to turn investment pledges into jobs and skills
President Paul Kagame has urged Commonwealth countries to strengthen investment partnerships and challenge perceptions that developing economies are too risky for investors, as leaders meet […]
Three new human rights commissioners take oath
Three newly appointed commissioners of Rwanda’s National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) have taken oath, pledging to promote and protect human rights in the country. […]
Havertz breaks German goalscoring record as Arsenal win at Anfield
Kai Havertz became the highest-scoring German player in Premier League history after scoring the only goal in Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield. The […]
Holders of old Rwf500 to Rwf5,000 notes given new exchange deadlines
People holding withdrawn Rwandan banknotes will have until November 30 to exchange them at commercial banks and Umwalimu SACCO branches, after the National Bank of […]
Butera Knowless yet to announce date for first solo concert
Rwandan singer Butera Knowless has not announced when she will hold her first solo concert, saying the event will depend on having enough time to […]
Kagame attends CHOGM as Rwanda reflects on its leadership of the Commonwealth
President Paul Kagame is attending the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda, four years after Rwanda hosted the organisation’s leaders in […]