Ministry of Health has warned the public against consuming methanol-tainted and substandard alcoholic beverages after more than 44 people died and hundreds of others fell […]
Lawmakers question sh392 million road repairs, transport agency defends work
Rwanda’s transport infrastructure agency on Thursday defended the use of 392 million Rwandan francs ($285,000) spent on temporary repairs to the Rusizi–Bugarama road, after lawmakers questioned whether the work reflected value for money during a parliamentary review of public spending.…
Women farmers face finance gap despite leading Rwanda agriculture
Women make up the majority of Rwanda’s agricultural workforce but remain less likely to farm commercially or access formal credit, officials and development partners said Wednesday, highlighting gaps in rural financial inclusion. Government officials said women account for about 79%…
Rwanda, Lesotho move to strengthen governance ties
Prime minister, Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva, said Monday that Rwanda is ready to strengthen cooperation with Lesotho, particularly in governance, in a move aimed at benefiting citizens in both countries. He made the remarks while addressing the opening of a governance…
Rwanda pushes Global South partnerships as traditional aid model faces pressure
Rwanda is positioning itself as a hub for a growing movement among developing nations to share expertise, technology and policy solutions as traditional development assistance faces mounting financial and structural pressures. Speaking Monday at the opening of the inaugural South-South…
U.S.-Iran strikes deepen crisis as fragile ceasefire faces collapse
A fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran appeared close to unraveling Thursday after a new wave of American airstrikes on Iranian targets was followed by Tehran’s attacks on U.S. allies in the Gulf, raising fears of a wider…
Kagame highlights Rwanda’s AI health system in push for smarter disease surveillance
President Paul Kagame has pointed to Rwanda’s use of artificial intelligence in healthcare as an example of how technology can improve disease surveillance and help governments make faster, evidence-based decisions. Speaking at an international forum on artificial intelligence in Geneva,…
Kagame says Africa’s young workforce could shape the future of AI
Rwanda President Paul Kagame said Africa’s rapidly growing young population could become one of the continent’s greatest advantages in the artificial intelligence era, urging greater investment in skills and innovation to prepare millions of young people for the digital economy.…
Rwanda to receive first direct fuel shipment under new Kenya, Tanzania agreements
wanda will receive its first petroleum products shipment secured through new import agreements with Kenya and Tanzania in August 2026, as the country moves to strengthen fuel security and reduce dependence on intermediaries. The agreements allow Rwanda to access international…
Nigerian star Shallipopi set for first Kigali concert at Africast fest
Nigerian music star Shallipopi Nigerian music star Shallipopi is scheduled to perform in Kigali for…
Ugandan star Eddy Kenzo, politician Nyamutooro welcome baby girl
Kenzo and wife Celebrated Ugandan musician Eddy Kenzo and his wife, politician Phionah Nyamutooro, have…
Miss Muyango, DJ Brianne end popular hosting partnership
Deejay Briane One of Rwanda’s most visible entertainment partnerships, that of Miss Muyango and DJ…
Moctar Wins Secret Story Afrique Season 2, Rwanda’s France Mpundu Places Fourth
Moctar left side, France Moundu right side Niger’s Moctar Mdou has won the second season…
Ariana Grande Teases Smaller Upcoming Tour
Ariana Grande has revealed that her upcoming Eternal Sunshine world tour will be smaller than…
Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Passes Away at 81
Jimmy Cliff, Jamaican reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, the Jamaican reggae legend and star of The…
Bonnie Tyler, Welsh singer behind ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ dies
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer whose distinctive raspy voice powered the global hit “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75, her family announced […]
BNR extends Mobicash Rwanda suspension over regulatory compliance concerns
The National Bank of Rwanda has extended the temporary suspension of Mobicash Rwanda Ltd’s operations to July 30, 2026, as the payment service provider remains […]
U.S.-Iran strikes deepen crisis as fragile ceasefire faces collapse
A fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran appeared close to unraveling Thursday after a new wave of American airstrikes on Iranian targets was […]
Rwanda’s Justice Sector Looks to AI as Next Step in Decades of Reform
Rwanda’s justice sector is preparing for a new phase of transformation as the country moves toward integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into court operations, a development […]
Kagame highlights Rwanda’s AI health system in push for smarter disease surveillance
President Paul Kagame has pointed to Rwanda’s use of artificial intelligence in healthcare as an example of how technology can improve disease surveillance and help […]
Tax revenue tops target by 4% as collections rise nearly 28%
Tax revenue exceeded the government’s target during the 2025/26 fiscal year, driven by stronger economic growth, improved voluntary tax compliance and new tax measures, the […]
Tuff Gang shows its staying power after 18 years in hip hop
After nearly two decades at the centre of Rwanda’s Hip Hop movement, Tuff Gang continues to prove that its influence extends beyond individual performances, with […]
Kagame says Africa’s young workforce could shape the future of AI
Rwanda President Paul Kagame said Africa’s rapidly growing young population could become one of the continent’s greatest advantages in the artificial intelligence era, urging greater […]
East Africa’s digital future shifts from connectivity to compute
East Africa’s digital transformation is entering a new phase, with countries moving beyond expanding connectivity and focusing on the computing infrastructure needed to support artificial […]