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New boat opens easier travel, trade links for Nkombo Island
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New boat opens easier travel, trade links for Nkombo Island

  • The Dawn Rwanda
  • September 17, 2026
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Residents of Nkombo Island in Rusizi District have received a new boat that will carry passengers and cargo, easing travel between the island and the […]

Benin’s Wadagni in Rwanda to deepen bilateral ties
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Benin’s Wadagni in Rwanda to deepen bilateral ties

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  • September 17, 2026
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Benin President Romuald Wadagni is in Rwanda for a two-day visit, with talks with President Paul Kagame focusing on strengthening existing cooperation and opening new […]

Wema shares message of hope in new gospel release
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Wema shares message of hope in new gospel release

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  • September 16, 2026
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Rwandan gospel singer Wema has released a new song, “Komera Imana ntibeshya izagutabara,” encouraging people going through difficult times to remain hopeful and keep their […]

Gatsibo targets 62,600 women in cancer screening drive
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Gatsibo targets 62,600 women in cancer screening drive

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  • September 16, 2026
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More than 62,600 women in Gatsibo District are being targeted for cervical and breast cancer screening as health authorities step up efforts to detect the […]

Minister says artists face challenges accessing available financing
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Minister says artists face challenges accessing available financing

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  • September 16, 2026
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Minister of Youth and Arts Development, Dr Abdallah Utumatwishima, says some artists are struggling to access financing available to help them develop their work. Utumatwishima […]

Kiyovu Sports claim first win as Gicumbi FC stay top of BK Pro League
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Kiyovu Sports claim first win as Gicumbi FC stay top of BK Pro League

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  • September 16, 2026
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Kiyovu Sports earned their first win of the 2026/27 BK Pro League season on Tuesday, beating Bugesera FC 1-0, while Gicumbi FC stayed at the […]

New AI lab expands research opportunities at University of Rwanda
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New AI lab expands research opportunities at University of Rwanda

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  • September 16, 2026
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The University of Rwanda has received a Rwf30 million laboratory equipped with computers designed to support artificial intelligence research and practical projects by students. The […]

Fitch keeps Rwanda at B+ as economy remains on strong growth path
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Fitch keeps Rwanda at B+ as economy remains on strong growth path

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  • September 15, 2026
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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. […]

Rwanda ranks among world’s most open countries to foreign visitors
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Rwanda ranks among world’s most open countries to foreign visitors

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  • September 14, 2026
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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
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1,097 A-Level candidates barred from retaking exams over cheating

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  • September 11, 2026
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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 […]

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Rwanda secures 10-year Formula 1 deal as Africa prepares for racing return

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  • October 13, 2026
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Rwanda will host Formula 1 under a 10-year agreement announced on Tuesday, paving the way for the championship’s return to Africa after more than three decades away from the continent. President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame joined Formula…

Vestine, Dorcas unveil ‘IBIHE’ music video

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  • October 13, 2026
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Gospel singers Ishimwe Vestine and Kamikazi Dorcas have released the music video for their latest song, IBIHE, a faith-centred track about finding hope in God during difficult times. Vestine announced the release on social media, sharing a short clip and…

Kagame sends message of support to Musanze residents after GOICO fire

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  • October 12, 2026
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President Paul Kagame has sent a message of encouragement to residents of Musanze District following a fire that damaged GOICO Plaza, one of northern Rwanda’s largest commercial centres, on Saturday, October 10. Northern Province Governor Maurice Mugabowagahunde said the President…

Rwanda proposes new jobs, department mergers in local government

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  • October 10, 2026
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Rwanda is planning changes to staffing structures across district, sector and cell administrations, including creating new positions and merging departments, under proposals aimed at improving public service delivery and strengthening economic and social development. The proposed organisational structures, outlined in…

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Black Bulls stun Rayon Sports with two-goal win in CAF Confederation Cup

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  • October 17, 2026
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Rayon Sports suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Mozambique’s Black Bulls FC on Saturday, leaving the Rwandan side needing a strong response in the return leg to keep its hopes of reaching the CAF Confederation Cup group stage alive. The…

Kenya confirms third Ebola case as outbreak spreads across DR Congo

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  • October 17, 2026
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Kenya has confirmed a third case of Bundibugyo Ebola, while the outbreak in neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has spread to an eighth province, increasing concerns about cross-border transmission. Kenya’s latest patient is a 65-year-old woman who is a…

Pope Leo to leave hospital after lung cancer surgery

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  • October 17, 2026
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Pope Leo is expected to leave hospital on Saturday afternoon after undergoing surgery for lung cancer, with medical tests indicating he is fit to return to his residence at the Vatican, the Holy See said. The 71-year-old pontiff is also…

Kagame receives credentials from five new diplomatic representatives

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  • October 17, 2026
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President Paul Kagame on Friday, October 16, received letters of credence from five newly appointed diplomatic representatives at Urugwiro Village, formally accrediting them to represent their countries and the European Union in Rwanda. The envoys were Henrik Nilsson of Sweden,…

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