Rwanda’s Senate has approved Claudette Mukashyaka as Auditor General of State Finances, alongside several other appointments to public institutions and diplomatic service. Mukashyaka was appointed […]
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…
Rwandans account for 77% of participation in Rwanda Stock Exchange
Rwandans now account for 77% of participation in the Rwanda Stock Exchange (RSE), up from a market previously dominated by foreign investors, according to figures […]
Putin receives African leaders as Russia seeks deeper ties with the continent
Russian President Vladimir Putin received African leaders in Moscow on October 28 as Russia hosted the third Russia-Africa Summit, a gathering aimed at expanding cooperation […]
Minister warns released genocide convicts against intimidating witnesses
Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Dr Jean-Damascène Bizimana, has urged people convicted of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi who are preparing for […]
Kagame says Rwanda wants to develop AI solutions other countries can adopt
President Paul Kagame has said Rwanda wants to help demonstrate how artificial intelligence can be used for public benefit, with projects developed in the country […]
Human rights commission says serious offenders are held in Rwanda’s transit centres
Rwanda’s National Commission for Human Rights has acknowledged that some people held in transit centres are suspected or alleged serious offenders who should instead be […]
Off-grid solar central to 2029 target for universal electricity access
Off-grid solar systems are expected to play a key role in efforts to provide electricity access to every Rwandan by 2029, alongside expansion of the […]
Imanishimwe says hard work is key to adapting to India’s top league
Rwandan defender Imanishimwe Emmanuel ‘Mangwende’ says his opening matches with Chennaiyin FC have shown him that success in India’s top football league requires hard work, […]
Huye stands out as women’s share of council candidates varies across districts
Women make up more than 60 per cent of the candidates provisionally cleared to contest district council elections in Huye, placing the district among the […]
Daily water-treatment capacity rises to 367,176 cubic metres
Daily water-treatment capacity increased to 367,176 cubic metres in the 2025/2026 fiscal year, up from 346,736 cubic metres a year earlier, as the government continues […]