Ben Affleck says he is in no hurry to return to dating after his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, saying his children and career currently leave […]
CAF raises annual funding for African football associations to $700,000
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has increased its annual funding for each of its 54 member associations by 33%, raising the allocation from $525,000 to $700,000 as part of efforts to strengthen football development and administration across the continent.…
South Africa pledges support as Rwanda prepares for Formula 1 return to Africa
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has offered his country’s support to Rwanda as it prepares to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix in the early 2030s, pointing to South Africa’s experience in organising major motorsport events. Ramaphosa made the offer…
Rwanda puts community benefits at the centre of carbon market plans
As Rwanda seeks to attract more investment through carbon markets, the government says communities involved in protecting forests and other natural resources should receive a share of the money generated by the projects. Environment Minister Dr Bernadette Arakwiye said the…
Rwanda U17 set up CECAFA semi-final clash with Somalia
Rwanda’s Under-17 team will face Somalia in the semi-finals of the CECAFA zonal qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations after securing a 2-0 victory over Sudan in their final Group A match on Wednesday. The Junior Wasps sealed…
Kenya confirms third Ebola case as outbreak spreads across DR Congo
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
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
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,…
Zamalek snatch late win over APR FC in Champions League qualifier
Egyptian side Zamalek SC scored late to beat Rwanda’s APR FC 1-0 in the first leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary-round tie at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday. Substitute Nasser Mansi scored in the 89th minute, giving…
Moses Bliss to headline Rwanda Revival Conference in Kigali
Nigerian gospel singer Moses Bliss will join Ugandan preacher Apostle Grace Lubega for the third…
Chriss Eazy, Tanzania’s Zuchu collaboration stalls over Rwf25m video cost
A much-anticipated collaboration between Rwandan singer Chriss Eazy and Tanzanian artist Zuchu has stalled after…
Rwandan trio enters race for regional, continental HiPipo awards
Three Rwandan music stars — The Ben, Bruce Melodie and Element Eleeh — will compete…
Ben Affleck says dating is not a priority after Jennifer Lopez divorce
Ben Affleck says he is in no hurry to return to dating after his divorce…
Rwandan artists head to U.S. for theatre training, stronger arts ties
Four artists have travelled to the United States for a month-long training programme aimed at…
The Ben earns spot on Globe Data’s 30 African artists to watch list
Rwandan singer Mugisha Benjamin, popularly known as The Ben, has been named among 30 African…
Murangwa chairs EADB council as Uganda’s Anne Juuko takes helm
Ugandan banker Anne Juuko has taken over as director general of the East African Development Bank, with Rwanda’s Finance and Economic Planning Minister Yusuf Murangwa […]
Who will be elected in Rwanda’s 2026 local elections?
Rwanda’s local government elections will determine representatives and leaders across the country’s decentralised administrative structures, from villages and cells to sectors, districts and the City […]
Rwandan artists head to U.S. for theatre training, stronger arts ties
Four artists have travelled to the United States for a month-long training programme aimed at strengthening their skills in theatre and film and deepening artistic […]
Goma-Rubavu border crossing to remain open until midnight from Friday
The main border crossing between Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda’s Rubavu district will remain open until midnight from Saturday, the AFC/M23 […]
Kagame tells new lawmakers to focus on solving citizens’ problems
President Paul Kagame has called on newly sworn-in lawmakers to help address problems facing citizens, saying issues that can be resolved should not be left […]
The Ben earns spot on Globe Data’s 30 African artists to watch list
Rwandan singer Mugisha Benjamin, popularly known as The Ben, has been named among 30 African artists featured on a Globe Data list highlighting musicians it […]
Ejo Heza contributors rise to four million as saving culture grows
The number of Rwandans contributing to the Ejo Heza long-term savings scheme rose from 19,000 in 2019 to four million in 2025, Prime Minister Justin […]
AI could help African health systems tackle medicine shortages and waste
African health systems could use artificial intelligence to predict medicine shortages, improve procurement and reduce waste, experts said on Friday, Oct. 2, at the Africa […]
Rwanda’s foreign trade value rises 89% to $9.4 billion
Rwanda’s trade with foreign countries increased by 89% between 2017 and 2025, reaching $9.4 billion last year from $4.9 billion, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva told […]