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 […]
Zipline to start drone deliveries from Karongi in October
Zipline Rwanda will begin operating its new drone delivery hub in Karongi in early October, adding a third base to its network as the company expands services to communities around Lake Kivu. The Karongi hub, located in Bwishyura Sector, was…
Nel Ngabo takes Rwandan music to East Africa-US business gathering in Texas
Rwandan singer Nel Ngabo is set to perform in Texas this week as part of a business gathering connecting East African entrepreneurs and investors with counterparts in the United States. Nel Ngabo will headline the entertainment programme at the gala…
Amavubi’s winning run puts Constantine’s AFCON ambition back in focus
Stephen Constantine says his return to Rwanda is about completing a job he believes was left unfinished, after Amavubi won their first two matches in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and moved to the top of Group K.…
Rwanda, Belgium reopen diplomatic channels as Congo tensions remain
Rwanda and Belgium have restored diplomatic relations and agreed to reopen their embassies, but disagreements over the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo remain a central issue between the two countries. The decision, announced on September 22 after months…
Ejo Heza contributors rise to four million as saving culture grows
The number of Rwandans contributing to the Ejo Heza long-term savings scheme rose from 19,000 in 2019 to four million in 2025, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva told Parliament on Friday. Presenting the government’s progress in developing the financial sector to…
AI could help African health systems tackle medicine shortages and waste
African health systems could use artificial intelligence to predict medicine shortages, improve procurement and reduce waste, experts said on Friday, Oct. 2, at the Africa HealthTech Summit in Kigali. The experts said AI and integrated logistics management information systems could…
Rwanda’s foreign trade value rises 89% to $9.4 billion
Rwanda’s trade with foreign countries increased by 89% between 2017 and 2025, reaching $9.4 billion last year from $4.9 billion, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva told Parliament on Friday. Nsengiyumva presented the figures on Oct. 2 while addressing a joint sitting…
FERWAFA sets January 2027 election to replace former president Shema
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) will elect a new president in January 2027 following the resignation of Shema Ngoga Fabrice after about 13 months in office. The decision was made on Thursday, Oct. 1, at a meeting of FERWAFA’s Executive…
Wema shares message of hope in new gospel release
Rwandan gospel singer Wema has released a new song, “Komera Imana ntibeshya izagutabara,” encouraging people…
Minister says artists face challenges accessing available financing
Minister of Youth and Arts Development, Dr Abdallah Utumatwishima, says some artists are struggling to…
Rwandan filmmakers showcase new work at French festival
Rwandan comedian and actor Clapton Kibonge has used his trip to France to work with…
Miss Muyango heads to US for AFRIMMA awards nomination
Miss Muyango Claudine has travelled to Dallas, Texas, to attend the 2026 African Muzik Magazine…
Sherrie Silver says career, shyness make dating difficult
Rwandan dancer and choreographer Sherrie Silver says her demanding international career and shy personality have…
Rwandan gospel duo Vestine and Dorcas withdraw from Canada concert
Rwandan gospel singers Vestine and Dorcas will not perform at the Vancouver Worship Encounter in…
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 […]