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 […]
Rwanda seeks Russian investment as Kagame prepares for Moscow summit
Rwanda is seeking to attract more Russian investment in mining, fertiliser production, agriculture and technology as the two countries prepare to establish a joint commission to expand economic and political cooperation. The agreement is expected to be signed during the…
Rwanda, Mali seek closer security cooperation after Goïta meets Nduhungirehe
Rwanda and Mali have agreed to pursue closer cooperation on security and African integration as the two countries seek to strengthen bilateral relations and translate existing commitments into concrete results. The discussions took place during a meeting between Mali’s transitional…
Kagame hosts Formula 1 chiefs after landmark African Grand Prix deal
President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame hosted senior motorsport officials and business leaders for a dinner following the announcement that Rwanda will bring Formula 1 racing back to Africa in the early 2030s. The gathering included Mohammed Ben…
ANALYSIS-Rwanda’s Formula 1 deal puts economic legacy to the test
The 10-year agreement promises global exposure and tourism opportunities, but its long-term value will depend on investment, local business participation and benefits beyond race week. Rwanda’s agreement to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix from the early 2030s creates an…
Rwanda expands aviation training with new air traffic control simulator
Rwanda has expanded its capacity to train air traffic controllers with the installation of a new simulator at its national aviation training centre, giving trainees practical experience in managing aircraft movements under simulated operating conditions. Silas Udahemuka, Director General 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 to meet audiences in the United Kingdom for the first time, where he will share the stage with preacher Rev. Dr. Antoine Rutayisire. The two…
Rwanda cookstoves project secures 387,015 new carbon credits
A cookstoves project in Rwanda has received 387,015 additional carbon credits in its fifth issuance, bringing the total number of credits expected to qualify for an international aviation emissions scheme to more than 2.3 million. Canadian carbon markets company Base…
At least 12 dead after migrant boat sinks off Gambia
At least 12 people have died after a boat carrying migrants sank off the coast of The Gambia, raising fresh concerns about the dangers facing people attempting to reach Europe through the Atlantic Ocean. The Gambia Red Cross Society (GRCS)…
Chriss Eazy, Tanzania’s Zuchu collaboration stalls over Rwf25m video cost
A much-anticipated collaboration between Rwandan singer Chriss Eazy and Tanzanian artist Zuchu has stalled after…
Rwandan trio enters race for regional, continental HiPipo awards
Three Rwandan music stars — The Ben, Bruce Melodie and Element Eleeh — will compete…
Ben Affleck says dating is not a priority after Jennifer Lopez divorce
Ben Affleck says he is in no hurry to return to dating after his divorce…
Rwandan artists head to U.S. for theatre training, stronger arts ties
Four artists have travelled to the United States for a month-long training programme aimed at…
The Ben earns spot on Globe Data’s 30 African artists to watch list
Rwandan singer Mugisha Benjamin, popularly known as The Ben, has been named among 30 African…
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…
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 […]