Small businesses showcasing products at Rwanda’s 29th International Trade Fair, Expo2026, are looking beyond immediate sales, hoping the event will help them reach new customers, […]
Rwanda urges global push on road safety after reporting progress in reducing crashes
Rwanda has urged countries to step up efforts to prevent road deaths as it showcased its experience in improving traffic safety at a United Nations meeting focused on tackling one of the world’s leading causes of injury and loss of…
Kagame, Bill Gates reaffirm Rwanda partnership on health, agriculture and AI
President Paul Kagame and philanthropist Bill Gates on Monday reaffirmed Rwanda's long-standing partnership with the Gates Foundation, with talks focusing on healthcare, agriculture, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure as the country seeks to accelerate development through innovation. The meeting…
REMA says Kigali wetland restoration boosts biodiversity, cuts flood risks
The Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) says the ongoing restoration of wetlands across Kigali is showing positive results, with biodiversity returning and the wetlands regaining their natural ability to store water and reduce flood risks. As the restoration project nears…
Rwanda’s VAT rewards scheme lifts tax compliance, helps revenue exceed target
Rwanda has increased value-added tax (VAT) compliance and exceeded its annual VAT revenue target after introducing a consumer rewards program designed to encourage shoppers to request tax invoices, according to figures from the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA). The initiative, launched…
Kagame urges Rwandan youth to protect nation’s gains and shape its future
President Paul Kagame on Tuesday urged young Rwandans to safeguard the country's achievements and take responsibility for its future, warning that decades of progress could be reversed if the next generation fails to uphold the values that have driven Rwanda's…
Uganda ends Ebola outbreak as deadly surge grips neighboring DR Congo
Uganda has declared the end of its Ebola outbreak after containing the virus within weeks, while neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo struggles with a rapidly worsening crisis that has killed more than 1,400 people and overwhelmed response efforts. Uganda’s Ministry…
Nduhungirehe holds bilateral talks at AU meeting
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, held a series of bilateral meetings with African counterparts on Tuesday as the African Union (AU) Executive Council convened in Addis Ababa, with discussions focused on strengthening diplomatic ties and…
President Kagame Holds Talks With RPF-Inkotanyi Leaders
President Paul Kagame has held talks with senior leaders of the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF-Inkotanyi), focusing on the party’s history, values and role in Rwanda’s development journey. The meeting took place on July 27, 2026, at Intare Arena, according to…
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…
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…
Thousands turn out in Rubavu as Summer Country Tour 2026 concludes
Thousands of music fans filled Umuganda Stadium in Rubavu on Saturday for the final concert…
Swift–Kelce wedding becomes internet spectacle after White House x post goes viral
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce were married Friday…
The Ben’s ‘Inshallah’ delay fuels discussion on release timing
Rwandan artist The Ben is drawing attention after delaying the release of his anticipated single…
RIB sends Yugi Umukaraza rape case to prosecutors
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has forwarded a rape case involving musician Iradukunda Aimable, known…
UEFA Challenges FIFA Over Controversial World Cup Private Investment Proposal
UEFA has stepped up its opposition to FIFA’s proposed private investment plan for the World Cup, accusing the governing body of putting financial interests ahead […]
Rwanda signs AU’s first treaty to end violence against women and girls
Rwanda has signed the African Union’s first legally binding treaty focused on ending violence against women and girls, becoming the ninth AU member state to […]
U.N. awards Rwanda $2 million to bolster Ebola preparedness
The United Nations has allocated $2 million to help Rwanda strengthen its defenses against Ebola as neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo battles a growing outbreak […]
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 nearly nine years when the trio headlines the closing concert […]
Rwanda to host first Sunshine tour event as Rwanda open joins circuit
Rwanda will host its first-ever Sunshine Tour event later this year after the country’s flagship golf tournament, the Rwanda Open, was added to the calendar […]
Kagame urges Rwandan youth to protect nation’s gains and shape its future
President Paul Kagame on Tuesday urged young Rwandans to safeguard the country’s achievements and take responsibility for its future, warning that decades of progress could […]
Uganda ends Ebola outbreak as deadly surge grips neighboring DR Congo
Uganda has declared the end of its Ebola outbreak after containing the virus within weeks, while neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo struggles with a rapidly […]
Rwanda Clears Path for 5G Era With 2G, 3G Network Transition
Rwanda is moving closer to a new era of mobile connectivity as the government begins phasing out older 2G and 3G networks, a transition expected […]
Nduhungirehe holds bilateral talks at AU meeting
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, held a series of bilateral meetings with African counterparts on Tuesday as the African Union […]