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 […]
Kenya leads 2026 EAC quality awards as Rwanda firms take second and third places
Kenyan organisations secured the largest number of first-place awards at the 2026 East African Community (EAC) Regional Quality Awards, while three Rwandan companies earned recognition in their respective categories during the ceremony held in Kigali. The fourth edition of the…
Kagame urges Commonwealth to back viable investment projects
President Paul Kagame has urged Commonwealth countries to encourage investment in viable business projects, saying that once a project demonstrates its potential to make a profit, other obstacles become easier to address. Kagame made the remarks during a high-level discussion…
Commonwealth leaders urged to turn investment pledges into jobs and skills
President Paul Kagame has urged Commonwealth countries to strengthen investment partnerships and challenge perceptions that developing economies are too risky for investors, as leaders meet in Antigua and Barbuda to discuss ways of promoting trade and shared prosperity. Speaking during…
Three new human rights commissioners take oath
Three newly appointed commissioners of Rwanda’s National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) have taken oath, pledging to promote and protect human rights in the country. Nyiragwaneza Athanasie, Bangayandusha Viateur and Umutoni Aissa were sworn in on November 2, 2026, in…
Seven-goal Hungurimana helps women’s team secure zone 5 semi-final berth
Hungurimana Clementine scored seven goals as the women's national handball team defeated hosts Tanzania 42-32 on Friday to secure a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 Women's IHF Nations Trophy – Africa Zone V. The victory at the Filbert…
African diaspora helps drive planned Kigali–St. Louis city partnership
African diaspora organisations and business leaders in St. Louis have played a central role in efforts to establish a sister-city relationship between the US city and Kigali, with a delegation expected in Rwanda this month to formalise the proposed partnership.…
Muyoboke remains central to The Ben’s team as Noopja’s role shifts
Music executive Muyoboke Alex is expected to continue handling his role within singer The Ben’s working team, while Noopja is no longer expected to be part of the group involved in the artist’s daily activities. The reported change follows a…
Tanzania court acquits opposition leader Tundu Lissu of treason
A Tanzanian court has acquitted opposition leader Tundu Lissu of treason but convicted him of the lesser offence of incitement, in a ruling delivered on Friday, November 6, following a trial that lasted more than a year. Lissu, chairman of…
Alexis Dusabe takes 25-year gospel journey to UK for first performance
After more than 25 years in Rwanda’s gospel music scene, singer Alexis Dusabe is preparing…
Halle Berry seeks sole decision-making rights over son amid custody dispute
American actress Halle Berry has asked a Los Angeles court to grant her sole decision-making…
Rwanda’s F1 deal puts spotlight on five homegrown music stars
Rwanda’s planned Formula 1 African Grand Prix could open new opportunities for the country’s music…
Knowless to headline third edition of Improper Access in Kigali
Rwandan singer Butera Knowless will headline the third edition of Improper Access, a music event…
Vestine, Dorcas unveil ‘IBIHE’ music video
Gospel singers Ishimwe Vestine and Kamikazi Dorcas have released the music video for their latest…
Brad Pitt joins girlfriend, Hollywood stars at Clooney’s human rights awards in London
Brad Pitt made a rare red-carpet appearance with his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon, at the…
New AI lab expands research opportunities at University of Rwanda
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 […]
US judge blocks Trump visa limits for students, journalists
A U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration rule that would have limited how long foreign students, journalists and exchange visitors could remain […]
Fitch keeps Rwanda at B+ as economy remains on strong growth path
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 begin African volleyball campaign against Central African Republic
Rwanda will begin its campaign at the 2026 African Men’s Volleyball Championship on Tuesday when it faces Central African Republic in Tunisia. The match comes […]
Rwanda ranks among world’s most open countries to foreign visitors
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
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 […]
Rwanda Sees Sharp Rise in Divorce Cases Reaching Courts
Rwanda’s courts handled 6,799 divorce-related cases during the 2025/26 judicial year, nearly three times the number recorded in the previous year, the Judiciary said Friday. […]
Rwandan filmmakers showcase new work at French festival
Rwandan comedian and actor Clapton Kibonge has used his trip to France to work with local film professionals and showcase a new film, Identity, at […]
Kagame, Sassou Nguesso discuss Rwanda-Congo ties and African solutions
President Paul Kagame and Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso have discussed relations between their countries and the need for African-led solutions to challenges […]