French far-right leader Marine Le Pen is eligible to run for president in 2027 after an appeals court on Tuesday reduced the period of political […]
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…
Kagame’s global AI role highlights Rwanda’s digital ambitions
President Paul Kagame’s appointment to co-chair a new United Nations-backed commission on artificial intelligence (AI) has placed Rwanda among countries shaping global discussions on the […]
Meteo Rwanda forecasts dry July with warm temperatures nationwide
Rwanda’s meteorological agency is forecasting mostly dry conditions for July 2026, with warm daytime temperatures and limited rainfall expected across much of the country, according […]
Rwanda urges shift from AI strategies to implementation at global forum
Rwanda is calling on countries to move beyond drafting artificial intelligence strategies and focus instead on implementing practical systems that deliver measurable public benefits. Speaking […]
Uganda set for first oil exports as EACOP nears completion
Uganda is set to begin crude oil exports as construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) approaches completion, marking a key milestone in […]
Rwanda sets 7.8 trillion rwf budget for 2026/27
The Government of Rwanda has approved a 7.8 trillion Rwandan franc (RWF) national budget for the 2026/27 fiscal year, covering domestic revenue, grants and loans. […]
Neymar retires from international football after Brazil’s World Cup exit
Neymar announced his retirement from international football on Sunday after Brazil’s 2-1 loss to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, ending a […]
Rwanda ends FIBA World Cup qualifiers winless after 106-62 loss to Nigeria
Rwanda’s men’s national basketball team was eliminated from the 2026 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifying campaign on Sunday, July 5, 2026, after suffering a 106-62 […]
Prime Minister Nsengiyumva hands over 30 homes, links security to development
Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva on Saturday handed over 30 newly built homes to vulnerable families in Nyabihu District, saying Rwanda’s security is inseparable from […]
Thousands turn out in Rubavu as Summer Country Tour 2026 concludes
Thousands of music fans filled Umuganda Stadium in Rubavu on Saturday for the final concert of the Summer Country Tour 2026, bringing to a close […]