President Paul Kagame on Thursday received Julie Crowley, Canada’s outgoing High Commissioner to Rwanda, for a farewell meeting at Urugwiro Village. The meeting focused on […]
Rwanda seeks stronger trade, investment ties with Brazil
A Rwandan government delegation is in Brazil seeking to expand trade and investment ties while exploring cooperation in agricultural research, innovation, skills development, hospitality and tourism. The five-day visit, which began Aug. 17 and runs through Aug. 21, is led…
Government seeks machinery to expand conservation agriculture
The government is seeking more farm machinery to expand conservation agriculture to 100,000 hectares during the 2027A farming season, with the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board working with partners to secure the equipment. RAB Acting Director General Dr.…
Divorce cases put Rwanda’s family stability under scrutiny
Rwanda recorded 4,479 divorces registered through civil-status services in 2025, with couples married for less than 15 years accounting for the largest share, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda. The figures show that 2,629 divorces…
Hazardous waste facility reaches 84% completion
A hazardous waste storage facility in Kigali is 83.93% complete as Rwanda moves to strengthen the safe handling and disposal of toxic materials, the Rwanda Environment Management Authority said. The facility, located in Nduba Sector, Gasabo District, is expected to…
Inflation surge prompts Rwanda to tighten monetary policy again
Rwanda's central bank has tightened monetary policy for the third time this year after inflation accelerated to 14.5% in July, well above its target range. The National Bank of Rwanda raised the Central Bank Rate by 50 basis points to…
RSSB buys remaining CVL stakes to take full control of Inyange, Ruliba Clays
The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) said on Thursday, Aug. 27, that it had acquired the remaining shares held by Crystal Ventures Limited (CVL) in Inyange Industries Ltd and Ruliba Clays Ltd, giving the pension body full ownership of both…
UEFA seeks U.S. documents for potential criminal proceedings against Infantino
UEFA has asked a U.S. federal court for permission to obtain testimony and documents from two Florida-based FIFA entities for use in potential criminal proceedings in Switzerland against FIFA President Gianni Infantino and possibly other officials. The request centres on…
Best of Rwanda competition puts premium coffee in the global spotlight
Rwanda’s best-performing coffees will be recognized this week in a competition designed to showcase exceptional quality and help the country secure higher-value markets internationally, the National Agricultural Export Development Board said. The Best of Rwanda competition, now in its third…
Future Harry Visits Could Test Charles, William’s United Front
Future visits by Prince Harry to the United Kingdom could test whether King Charles and…
Charlize Theron praises Matt Damon’s physical transformation for ‘The Odyssey’
Charlize Theron has praised the physical transformation of her The Odyssey co-star Matt Damon, saying…
World Cup halftime show gets mixed reviews despite star-studded lineup
A star-studded halftime show featuring some of the world’s biggest music acts received mixed reactions…
Bosco Nshuti uses Kigali concert to debut new music, hint at sixth album
Rwandan gospel artist Bosco Nshuti turned his latest concert into a showcase of both past…
Diane Nkusi releases song written during personal struggle
Rwandan gospel singer Diane Nkusi has released Santa Israel, a song she wrote in 2012…
Spain reach world cup final as FIFA plans star-studded finale
Spain secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final with a commanding 2-0…
Kagame receives outgoing World Bank Rwanda manager as tenure ends
President Paul Kagame on Thursday received Sahr Kpundeh, the outgoing World Bank Country Manager for Rwanda, for a farewell meeting as he prepares to leave […]
Rwanda sweep Burundi to finish women’s volleyball group stage unbeaten
Rwanda’s women’s volleyball team completed an unbeaten group-stage campaign at the African Women’s Volleyball Championship with a 3-0 victory over Burundi on Thursday in Nairobi. […]
Inflation surge prompts Rwanda to tighten monetary policy again
Rwanda’s central bank has tightened monetary policy for the third time this year after inflation accelerated to 14.5% in July, well above its target range. […]
RSSB buys remaining CVL stakes to take full control of Inyange, Ruliba Clays
The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) said on Thursday, Aug. 27, that it had acquired the remaining shares held by Crystal Ventures Limited (CVL) in […]
UEFA seeks U.S. documents for potential criminal proceedings against Infantino
UEFA has asked a U.S. federal court for permission to obtain testimony and documents from two Florida-based FIFA entities for use in potential criminal proceedings […]
Best of Rwanda competition puts premium coffee in the global spotlight
Rwanda’s best-performing coffees will be recognized this week in a competition designed to showcase exceptional quality and help the country secure higher-value markets internationally, the […]
Kagame, Mbeki discuss governance, mindset change in Africa
President Paul Kagame met former South African President Thabo Mbeki in Kigali on Aug. 26, with the two discussing the role of good governance in […]
Kagame, AfCFTA Chief discuss expanding trade across Africa
President Paul Kagame and African Continental Free Trade Area Secretary-General Wamkele Mene discussed ways to strengthen trade among African countries during talks in Kigali on […]
Rwanda promises support as 406 Citizens return from eastern Congo
Rwanda has pledged to support 406 citizens who returned from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday, with women and children making up a large […]