Parliamentarians from seven African countries are meeting in Kigali for a three-day training aimed at strengthening their ability to monitor government spending and the management […]
Rwanda to lead G77 group with China in 2027
Rwanda will lead the Group of 77 and China, a group of developing countries at the United Nations, in 2027 after taking over the chair from Uruguay. Foreign Affairs Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe formally accepted the chairmanship on Friday, September 25,…
Lionel Richie returns to American Idol judging panel after heart procedure
Lionel Richie will return as a judge on American Idol for its 25th season after recently undergoing a heart procedure, ending uncertainty over his future on the popular singing competition. The 77-year-old singer confirmed his return during a virtual appearance…
Kagame urges Amavubi to build on Liberia victory
President Paul Kagame has urged Amavubi to maintain their fighting spirit after Rwanda opened its Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying campaign with a 3-1 victory over Liberia. Kagame watched Friday’s Group K match at Amahoro Stadium, where more than…
Rwanda again linked to Europe’s plans for migrant return centers
Rwanda has again emerged in discussions over Europe’s efforts to manage migration outside its borders, as five European Union countries work toward agreements with non-EU states to establish centers for migrants ordered to leave Europe. Denmark, Germany, Austria, Greece and…
October unity month to assess progress, address challenges to social cohesion
Rwanda will use this year’s October unity and resilience month to assess progress in strengthening social cohesion and identify challenges that continue to affect unity, the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement said. The month, observed annually in October,…
Rwanda opens new fuel supply route through Kenya’s Mombasa port
Rwanda has activated a new route for importing refined petroleum products through Kenya, with a 40,000-tonne maiden cargo arriving at the Kipevu Oil Terminal in Mombasa. The shipment aboard the MT Sea Wolf is the first under a new Rwanda-Kenya…
Tooro’s new king takes throne amid dispute over late monarch’s heir
Prince Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I has been installed as the new king of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom, despite a dispute over whether the late King Oyo Nyimba left a son who should have inherited the throne. Nyabongo, a former broadcaster and…
FIFA, UEFA clash over shelved World Cup investment plan
FIFA has accused UEFA of running a “misinformation campaign” against a proposed private-investor scheme that could have generated billions of dollars to support football development, according to legal documents filed in a U.S. court. The dispute centres on the FIFA…
Rwandan filmmakers showcase new work at French festival
Rwandan comedian and actor Clapton Kibonge has used his trip to France to work with…
Miss Muyango heads to US for AFRIMMA awards nomination
Miss Muyango Claudine has travelled to Dallas, Texas, to attend the 2026 African Muzik Magazine…
Sherrie Silver says career, shyness make dating difficult
Rwandan dancer and choreographer Sherrie Silver says her demanding international career and shy personality have…
Rwandan gospel duo Vestine and Dorcas withdraw from Canada concert
Rwandan gospel singers Vestine and Dorcas will not perform at the Vancouver Worship Encounter in…
Rwandan film ‘What a Day’ selected for French festival
Rwandan actor and filmmaker Niyitegeka Gratien, known as Papa Sava, is set to take his…
King James takes 20th anniversary tour to Germany
Rwandan singer King James has taken his 20th anniversary celebrations to Europe, performing in Bremen,…
What taxpayers need to know before Wednesday’s income-tax deadline
Businesses covered by Rwanda’s income-tax advance-payment system have until Wednesday, Sept. 30, to complete their second payment for 2026. The Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) said […]
October unity month to assess progress, address challenges to social cohesion
Rwanda will use this year’s October unity and resilience month to assess progress in strengthening social cohesion and identify challenges that continue to affect unity, […]
Rwanda opens new fuel supply route through Kenya’s Mombasa port
Rwanda has activated a new route for importing refined petroleum products through Kenya, with a 40,000-tonne maiden cargo arriving at the Kipevu Oil Terminal in […]
Tooro’s new king takes throne amid dispute over late monarch’s heir
Prince Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I has been installed as the new king of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom, despite a dispute over whether the late King Oyo […]
FIFA, UEFA clash over shelved World Cup investment plan
FIFA has accused UEFA of running a “misinformation campaign” against a proposed private-investor scheme that could have generated billions of dollars to support football development, […]
Fighting intensifies in Somalia as government forces battle supporters of ousted governor
Fighting intensified in Somalia on Monday as government forces and supporters of an ousted regional governor clashed, with fighter jets and drones reportedly deployed in […]
Chorale de Kigali marks six decades with annual Christmas concert
Rwanda’s Chorale de Kigali will celebrate six decades of music-making with its annual Christmas Carols concert at Camp Kigali on December 20, 2026. The concert […]
International visitors spend $313 million in Rwanda in first half of 2026
International visitors spent $313.2 million in Rwanda during the first half of 2026, with air travellers accounting for more than four-fifths of spending recorded in […]
Asset declarations reach 99.95% compliance among officials
Compliance with mandatory asset declaration requirements among public officials reached 99.95%, according to figures from the Office of the Ombudsman. The latest available data from […]