Fitch Ratings has kept Rwanda’s long-term foreign-currency credit rating at B+, pointing to strong economic growth, governance and the country’s continued access to concessional financing. […]
Education Minister Urges Students to Embrace Discipline as School Year Begins
Rwanda’s Education Minister Nsengimana Joseph urged students to approach the new school year with discipline, hard work and commitment as schools reopened Monday for the 2026/2027 academic year. Nsengimana also called on teachers to carry out their duties professionally and…
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 Canada after a disagreement with the event organisers, the duo said on Monday. The singers announced their withdrawal on social media, apologising to fans who…
Kagame condoles Tanzania’s Samia after husband’s death
President Paul Kagame has sent condolences to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan. In a message posted on X, Kagame said Rwanda stood with President Samia and the people of Tanzania during…
Jeannette Kagame urges young leaders to build strong families
First lady Jeannette Kagame has urged Rwanda’s young leaders to look beyond professional achievement and focus on building strong families, saying leadership requires more than education, intelligence and experience. She made the remarks Sunday at the annual Young Leaders Prayer…
Rwanda ranks among world’s most open countries to foreign visitors
Rwanda has been ranked among the countries with the most open visa policies for foreign visitors, a position that comes as tourism revenues and visitor numbers continue to rise. The country ranked 20th among 199 countries and territories in the…
1,097 A-Level candidates barred from retaking exams over cheating
A total of 1,097 candidates from 27 districts who were found to have cheated in the 2025/26 Advanced Level national examinations will not be allowed to retake the exams, Education Minister Joseph Nsengimana said Friday. The decision was announced as…
Rwanda Sees Sharp Rise in Divorce Cases Reaching Courts
Rwanda’s courts handled 6,799 divorce-related cases during the 2025/26 judicial year, nearly three times the number recorded in the previous year, the Judiciary said Friday. Chief Justice Domitilla Mukantaganzwa said many marital disputes reach court after efforts by families and…
Rwandan filmmakers showcase new work at French festival
Rwandan comedian and actor Clapton Kibonge has used his trip to France to work with local film professionals and showcase a new film, Identity, at an international festival. Kibonge is attending the 27th Off-Courts Festival in Trouville-sur-Mer, which runs from…
Northern Province expo offers new income stream for Rwandan artists
Rwandan musicians are earning income from a 15-day exhibition in Musanze, with organizers expecting performers…
Dolly Parton’s sister remembers country icon’s lasting legacy
Dolly Parton's sister has remembered the country music legend as a generous and caring woman…
Lewis Hamilton makes Instagram debut with Kim Kardashian
Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton has shared his first Instagram post featuring Kim Kardashian, giving…
Tupac Shakur murder trial opens with prosecutors alleging revenge plot
Prosecutors opened Duane “Keffe D” Davis’ murder trial Monday, alleging he helped plan the 1996…
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…
Rwanda begin African volleyball campaign against Central African Republic
Rwanda will begin its campaign at the 2026 African Men’s Volleyball Championship on Tuesday when it faces Central African Republic in Tunisia. The match comes […]
Rwanda ranks among world’s most open countries to foreign visitors
Rwanda has been ranked among the countries with the most open visa policies for foreign visitors, a position that comes as tourism revenues and visitor […]
1,097 A-Level candidates barred from retaking exams over cheating
A total of 1,097 candidates from 27 districts who were found to have cheated in the 2025/26 Advanced Level national examinations will not be allowed […]
Rwanda Sees Sharp Rise in Divorce Cases Reaching Courts
Rwanda’s courts handled 6,799 divorce-related cases during the 2025/26 judicial year, nearly three times the number recorded in the previous year, the Judiciary said Friday. […]
Rwandan filmmakers showcase new work at French festival
Rwandan comedian and actor Clapton Kibonge has used his trip to France to work with local film professionals and showcase a new film, Identity, at […]
Kagame, Sassou Nguesso discuss Rwanda-Congo ties and African solutions
President Paul Kagame and Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso have discussed relations between their countries and the need for African-led solutions to challenges […]
Rwanda turns to solar, methane as dry-season power shortages persist
Rwanda is seeking to increase the use of solar power, methane gas and other energy sources as falling water levels continue to reduce hydropower generation […]
Kagame says Rwanda is building a role in Africa’s growing space sector
President Paul Kagame says Rwanda is seeking to build a stronger role in Africa’s growing space sector, as advances in technology and falling costs create […]
Jérémie Blin begins tenure as EU ambassador to Rwanda
French diplomat Jérémie Blin has formally begun his tenure as the European Union’s ambassador to Rwanda after presenting copies of his credentials to Foreign Minister […]