President Paul Kagame on Wednesday called for stronger efforts to attract private investment, increase exports and improve tourism as Rwanda seeks to build an economy […]
Junior police officers challenged to preserve legacy of Rwanda’s heroes
Rwanda’s junior police officers have been challenged to uphold the values of the country’s heroes and put them into practice as they carry out their duties. The call was made on Saturday when 304 officers attending the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO)…
Minister links alcohol abuse to youth job losses
Minister of Youth and Arts Development, Dr Jean Nepo Abdallah Utumatwishima, has warned young people that alcohol and drug abuse can undermine their health and reduce their chances of securing employment. Utumatwishima said physical fitness has become a major barrier…
Ambassadors of Christ marks 30 years with BK Arena concert
Ambassadors of Christ Choir will mark 30 years of gospel ministry with a major concert at BK Arena on Sunday, reflecting on a journey that began shortly after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The choir started its ministry in…
Exam results for 7,188 students withheld over cheating probe
The results of 7,188 students who sat Rwanda’s 2025/26 national examinations have been withheld while authorities investigate suspected cheating, the education minister said Friday. Education Minister Joseph Nsengimana said the results were held back to allow investigators to establish what…
U.N. warns every fraction of warming will raise climate risks
Every fraction of a degree above 1.5 degrees Celsius will increase climate risks, the United Nations warned on Wednesday, saying countries must move quickly to limit how far temperatures rise and how long they remain elevated. A new report by…
Rwanda seeks safer maize as aflatoxin hits farmers, markets
Rwanda is exploring new maize varieties that could help curb aflatoxin contamination, as the food-safety threat continues to affect farmers, processors and consumers. An assessment by maize processor MINIMEX found that about half of the maize it received was rejected…
Gorilla conservation inspires two-day walk from Kigali to Musanze
More than 20 people set off from Rwanda’s capital on Wednesday on a two-day walk to Musanze to promote gorilla conservation, tourism and healthy living ahead of the country’s annual gorilla naming ceremony. Led by fitness enthusiast Rosine Bazongere, the…
$100 billion annual funding gap threatens Africa’s agriculture ambitions
Africa is looking to private investors to help close an estimated $100 billion annual financing gap in agriculture, as governments and development institutions seek to unlock the sector’s potential to drive economic growth and improve food security. The funding challenge…
Kenny Sol featured on Big Fizzo’s upcoming album
singer Kenny Sol will feature on a new album by Burundian music star Big Fizzo,…
The Ben urges youth to distinguish fame from genuine support
Singer Mugisha Benjamin, known as The Ben, has urged young people to make the most…
AfCFTA could boost Africa’s film industry
Africa’s film industry is looking beyond national borders for its next phase of growth, and…
Why Clement says choosing Knowless was the best decision of his life
Rwandan music producer Ishimwe Clement says choosing singer Butera Knowless as his wife remains the…
King James makes history with two sold-out BK Arena concerts celebrating 20 years in music
Music star Ruhumuriza James, popularly known as King James, has written a new chapter in…
Urban Boyz to reunite in Rubavu after nearly nine years apart
Rwanda's celebrated music group Urban Boyz will reunite on stage for the first time 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 latest film, What a Day, to France after it was selected […]
U.N. warns every fraction of warming will raise climate risks
Every fraction of a degree above 1.5 degrees Celsius will increase climate risks, the United Nations warned on Wednesday, saying countries must move quickly to […]
Rwanda seeks safer maize as aflatoxin hits farmers, markets
Rwanda is exploring new maize varieties that could help curb aflatoxin contamination, as the food-safety threat continues to affect farmers, processors and consumers. An assessment […]
Gorilla conservation inspires two-day walk from Kigali to Musanze
More than 20 people set off from Rwanda’s capital on Wednesday on a two-day walk to Musanze to promote gorilla conservation, tourism and healthy living […]
$100 billion annual funding gap threatens Africa’s agriculture ambitions
Africa is looking to private investors to help close an estimated $100 billion annual financing gap in agriculture, as governments and development institutions seek to […]
Renewable energy key to Africa’s food security, experts say
Expanding access to affordable renewable energy could help African countries increase farm productivity, process more agricultural produce and build food systems that are better able […]
Rwanda defeat Ghana 3-1 to reach African volleyball semifinals
Rwanda advanced to the semifinals of the African Women’s Volleyball Championship on Tuesday after defeating Ghana 3-1 in the quarterfinals at Kasarani Indoor Arena in […]
Food fellowship graduates pitch solutions to Rwanda’s food challenges
Graduates of the African Food Fellowship in Rwanda have proposed projects aimed at tackling some of the country’s food-system challenges, including declining production, malnutrition, food […]
Kenya aviation strike ends after disrupting air travel at major airports
Kenya’s aviation workers ended a two-day strike Tuesday after reaching a return-to-work agreement with the government and aviation authorities, bringing an immediate end to a […]