Rwanda wants to move beyond using artificial intelligence developed elsewhere and take a more direct role in building technologies that address Africa’s own needs, Prime […]
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…
Rwanda and Togo deepen ties with new cooperation agreements
Rwanda and Togo have signed a series of agreements aimed at strengthening political cooperation and expanding ties between the two countries, as Kigali looks to […]
75 museum professionals from 30 countries meet in Kigali for global programme
Seventy-five museum professionals from 30 countries have gathered in Kigali for a week-long programme examining how museums and memorial sites can use history and heritage […]
UK brings first charges over alleged role in Rwanda genocide
British authorities have brought charges against a Rwandan doctor accused of helping direct killings during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, opening the first UK […]
Kigali to host global ozone talks marking 10 years of Kigali Amendment
Rwanda will host the 38th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol in November, bringing countries to Kigali a decade after the adoption of […]
Nsengiyumva heads to UN summit as world leaders tackle global crises
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva is in New York for the 81st UN General Assembly, where he will represent President Paul Kagame as governments discuss conflicts, […]
Rwandan runners collect three medals on international road races
Rwandan distance runners returned from international road races with three medals over the weekend, with Florence Niyonkuru, Adeline Musabyeyezu and John Hakizimana all finishing on […]
Ethiopia’s armed conflicts widen as rebel groups unite against government
A new coalition of Ethiopian armed groups has brought together organisations from six regional states, highlighting the breadth of the country’s security and political challenges […]
Mourinho questions refereeing after Real Madrid lose Madrid derby
Jose Mourinho left the Madrid derby with more complaints about refereeing than regret over his Real Madrid players after Atletico Madrid won 2-1 on Sunday. […]
Caritas Rwanda reports impact of U.S. aid suspension on vulnerable groups
More than 300,000 vulnerable people were affected after the United States suspended funding to programmes supporting communities through Caritas Rwanda, according to the charity’s 2025 […]