Rwandan singer King James has taken his 20th anniversary celebrations to Europe, performing in Bremen, Germany, as he continues a year-long run of concerts marking […]
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 to make more than 30 million Rwandan francs by the time the event ends Sept. 2. The Northern Province exhibition, which opened Aug. 19, features…
Dutch court gives life sentence to Rwandan over 1994 genocide
A Dutch court on Friday sentenced a 66-year-old Rwandan-born Dutch citizen to life in prison for taking part in massacres during Rwanda's 1994 genocide, finding that he helped attack Tutsi civilians and prevented people seeking refuge from escaping. The Hague…
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 who remained focused on other people even during her final battle with cancer. Parton died Aug. 25 at age 80 after a brief battle with…
Rwanda, Uganda commanders discuss security along common border
Military commanders from Rwanda and Uganda met in Mbarara on Thursday to review security along their common border and discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between their forces. The eighth Proximity Commanders’ Meeting brought together a delegation from the Rwanda Defence…
Food fellowship graduates pitch solutions to Rwanda’s food challenges
Graduates of the African Food Fellowship in Rwanda have proposed projects aimed at tackling some of the country’s food-system challenges, including declining production, malnutrition, food waste and youth unemployment. The projects were presented Monday during the launch of the Africa…
Kenya aviation strike ends after disrupting air travel at major airports
Kenya’s aviation workers ended a two-day strike Tuesday after reaching a return-to-work agreement with the government and aviation authorities, bringing an immediate end to a stoppage that disrupted flights and left passengers stranded at major airports. The Kenya Aviation Workers…
BK Group completes Rwf31.7 billion sale of insurance unit to RSSB
BK Group Plc has completed the sale of its entire stake in BK General Insurance Ltd (BKGI) to the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) for Rwf31.7 billion, making the pension fund the insurer’s sole shareholder. BK Group announced the completion…
Dry September forecast for Rwanda, but some areas face heavier rains
Rwanda is expected to have largely dry weather in September, although some parts of the country could receive heavier rainfall, Meteo Rwanda says. The weather agency forecasts between 20mm and 120mm of rain during the month. The first 10 days…
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…
AfCFTA could boost Africa’s film industry
Africa’s film industry is looking beyond national borders for its next phase of growth, and…
Why Clement says choosing Knowless was the best decision of his life
Rwandan music producer Ishimwe Clement says choosing singer Butera Knowless as his wife remains the…
King James makes history with two sold-out BK Arena concerts celebrating 20 years in music
Music star Ruhumuriza James, popularly known as King James, has written a new chapter in…
Urban Boyz to reunite in Rubavu after nearly nine years apart
Rwanda's celebrated music group Urban Boyz will reunite on stage for the first time in…
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…
Nyarugenge, Muhima hospitals set for expansion ahead of CHUK move
Rwanda plans to expand Nyarugenge and Muhima district hospitals as the country prepares to relocate the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK) to its new […]
Rwanda’s digital ID rollout reaches 7.2 million people
More than 8.3 million people have also verified their personal information since the programme began in 2025, NIDA Director General Josephine Mukesha said. The exercise […]
Rwanda urges Africa to rely less on foreign powers to resolve conflicts
Rwanda has urged African countries to strengthen their own capacity and resources to prevent and resolve conflicts instead of relying heavily on foreign partners. Prime […]
7,188 pupils to retake exams after cheating investigation
A total of 7,188 Rwandan pupils will retake their primary school leaving examinations from Sept. 2 to 4 after an investigation found widespread cheating in […]
10km Prince House-Giporoso-Masaka road moves into construction phase
The Prince House-Giporoso-Masaka road has moved into a new construction phase, with work now underway to expand the 10-kilometre corridor from two lanes to four. […]
Kiyovu Sports end trophy wait with Super Cup victory over Police FC
Kiyovu Sports lifted the FERWAFA Super Cup on Sunday after a late goal from Hakim Hamis secured a 1-0 victory over Police FC at Kigali […]
Rwanda sweep Burkina Faso aside to book African volleyball quarter-final place
Rwanda needed just three sets to dispatch Burkina Faso and reach the quarter-finals of the African Women’s Volleyball Championship in Nairobi on Sunday. The Rwandan […]
Diamond Platnumz returns to Kigali after three years
Tanzanian singer Diamond Platnumz returned to Kigali on Saturday after nearly three years away, entertaining fans at a concert that also brought together some of […]
Junior police officers challenged to preserve legacy of Rwanda’s heroes
Rwanda’s junior police officers have been challenged to uphold the values of the country’s heroes and put them into practice as they carry out their […]