Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces signed a charter with allied political and armed groups late on Saturday to establish a “government of peace and unity”, signatories […]
Rwanda tightens environmental rules, expands climate finance framework
Rwanda has introduced new rules governing environmental protection and climate change, strengthening safeguards against pollution and environmental damage while expanding mechanisms for financing climate-related projects. The new framework, introduced by the Ministry of Environment, sets tighter requirements for pollution control…
Rwanda urged to build AI systems around local data, expertise
Rwanda should move beyond using artificial intelligence systems developed elsewhere and invest in building models based on its own data and expertise, Dr. Bello Moussa said at a technology forum in Kigali. Moussa, Huawei Southern Africa’s head of technology solutions…
Human rights recommendations reflect need for continued progress, official says
Human rights recommendations made through a United Nations review should not be viewed simply as evidence of shortcomings, a Ministry of Justice official has said, arguing that the process is also intended to encourage countries to strengthen existing protections. William…
Rwanda moves to professionalise customer experience sector with new body, training
Professionals in Rwanda’s customer service industry are planning to establish a body to regulate the profession and develop recognised training and certification for people working in the sector. The proposed association is expected to set professional standards, advocate for better…
African tax research network seeks stronger link between evidence and policy
Tax research in Africa needs to move more effectively from academic papers to the institutions responsible for making and implementing policy, an African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) official said Tuesday as researchers gathered in Kigali. Emeka Nwankwo, ATAF’s Head of…
El Niño could push 8 million children into acute hunger in East and Southern Africa
About 8 million children in six East and Southern African countries could face crisis-level hunger or worse by early 2027 as a powerful El Niño weather pattern threatens to worsen drought, flooding and food insecurity, Save the Children said. The…
FERWAFA president released after court approves plea agreement
FERWAFA President Shema Fabrice Ngoga has been released after the Nyarugenge Primary Court approved a plea agreement he reached with prosecutors over charges involving bounced cheques and fraud. Shema had been held in provisional detention after the court ordered on…
Sherrie Silver works with Lewis Hamilton on Rimowa campaign
Rwandan dancer and choreographer Sherrie Silver has added another international project to her portfolio after working with Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton on a campaign for luxury luggage brand Rimowa. Silver shared photos and video from the project on social…
Rwandan film ‘What a Day’ selected for French festival
Rwandan actor and filmmaker Niyitegeka Gratien, known as Papa Sava, is set to take his…
King James takes 20th anniversary tour to Germany
Rwandan singer King James has taken his 20th anniversary celebrations to Europe, performing in Bremen,…
Diamond Platnumz returns to Kigali after three years
Tanzanian singer Diamond Platnumz returned to Kigali on Saturday after nearly three years away, entertaining…
Ambassadors of Christ marks 30 years with BK Arena concert
Ambassadors of Christ Choir will mark 30 years of gospel ministry with a major concert…
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…
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…
EAC Defence Chiefs Conclude Talks on Eastern DRC Security Ahead of Joint EAC-SADC Meeting
The Chiefs of Defence Staff (CDF) from East African Community (EAC) member states have concluded high-level discussions in Nairobi on the security situation in eastern […]
OVER 2,000 ARMY AND POLICE PERSONNEL SURRENDER TO AFC-M23 FORCES
At least 2,100 police officers and 890 soldiers from Goma in North Kivu and Bukavu in South Kivu have surrendered to the AFC-M23 rebel movement, […]
President Kagame flags off 17th edition of Tour du Rwanda
President Paul Kagame and International Cycling Union President David Lappartient officially flagged off the 17th edition of the Tour du Rwanda at BK Arena on […]
DRC conflict: President Kagame holds talks with UK Foreign Minister Lammy
President Paul Kagame met with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Saturday to discuss bilateral relations and the ongoing security crisis in the eastern Democratic […]