The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) on June 29 named NBA player Nate Ament as the first global brand ambassador for Visit Rwanda’s basketball initiative, in […]
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 defeat to Nigeria in Luanda, finishing the tournament without a victory. The loss marked Rwanda’s…
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 the country's social and economic development. The houses were built through a joint initiative by…
President Kagame marks Liberation Day, warns against divisive ideology
President Paul Kagame on Saturday marked Rwanda’s Liberation Day by warning that divisive ideology that fueled past violence still exists in different forms and must not be ignored. Speaking during the 32nd anniversary celebrations, Kagame said Rwanda’s history of exclusion…
Rwanda Polytechnic faces scrutiny over unrefunded student deposits
Rwanda Polytechnic faced renewed scrutiny from lawmakers on Friday, July 3, 2026, over delayed refunds of student security deposits that have accumulated for years without being fully paid out. Members of Parliament sitting in the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) raised…
Rwanda Earns Top African Ranking in Global Debt Transparency Report
Rwanda has received a boost in its efforts to attract international investors after a global finance body ranked it among Africa’s top performers for debt transparency and investor relations. The recognition followed the release of the 2026 Investor Relations and…
Rwanda signs Aston Villa sponsorship deal to expand Visit Rwanda campaign
Rwanda has signed a sponsorship agreement with English Premier League club Aston Villa that will see the Visit Rwanda tourism brand displayed on the front of the team's jerseys, as the country continues to use global sports partnerships to promote…
RNIT Iterambere Fund surpasses Rwf86bn as collective investment gains ground in Rwanda
Rwanda National Investment Trust's (RNIT) flagship Iterambere Fund has surpassed Rwf86 billion in assets under management (AUM), underscoring growing interest in collective investment schemes as more Rwandans embrace long-term saving and investing. The milestone comes as the Fund marks its…
New diagnostic machines bolster Rwanda’s outbreak response
Rwanda has strengthened its ability to detect Ebola and other infectious diseases after receiving four advanced diagnostic machines capable of delivering test results in less than an hour. The BioFire Torch systems, valued at $370,000 (more than Rwf540 million), were…
RIB sends Yugi Umukaraza rape case to prosecutors
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has forwarded a rape case involving musician Iradukunda Aimable, known…
King Charles seeks meeting between William, Harry ahead of UK visit
King Charles III is encouraging efforts to bring together Prince William and Prince Harry during…
King James to mark 20-year music journey with landmark BK arena concert
King James Rwandan music star King James is set to mark two decades in the…
Nigerian star Shallipopi set for first Kigali concert at Africast fest
Nigerian music star Shallipopi Nigerian music star Shallipopi is scheduled to perform in Kigali for…
Ugandan star Eddy Kenzo, politician Nyamutooro welcome baby girl
Kenzo and wife Celebrated Ugandan musician Eddy Kenzo and his wife, politician Phionah Nyamutooro, have…
Miss Muyango, DJ Brianne end popular hosting partnership
Deejay Briane One of Rwanda’s most visible entertainment partnerships, that of Miss Muyango and DJ…
Kimmich reacts after Germany World Cup elimination Morocco fans confident in run
Germany captain Joshua Kimmich said his team only had themselves to blame after a shock 2026 FIFA World Cup exit in the Round of 32. […]
Rwanda, Kenya seal fuel supply deal to ease shortages, cut costs
Rwanda and Kenya have signed new agreements to improve the import and transport of petroleum products through the Northern Corridor, in a move officials say […]
Parliament unveils genocide memorial for former CND staff
Rwanda’s Parliament on Monday unveiled a Genocide memorial honoring four former employees of the institution then known as the CND (Conseil National de Développement), who […]
DR Congo bans mass gatherings in capital, provinces over Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo has banned mass gatherings in the capital Kinshasa and several provinces as authorities intensify efforts to contain an Ebola outbreak […]
MINEDUC promises reforms after lawmakers question textbook delays
Ministry of Education (MINEDUC) has promised to reform the procurement and distribution of school textbooks after lawmakers questioned delays that left some students without learning […]
Late Eustáquio goal sends Canada into first World Cup Round of 16, eliminates South Africa
Stephen Eustáquio scored deep into stoppage time to give Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa on Sunday, sending the co-hosts into the Round of […]
Minister Uwimana warns parental neglect fueling teenage pregnancy challenge
Gender and Family Promotion Minister Uwimana Consolée has warned that gaps in parental care are contributing to Rwanda’s teenage pregnancy challenge, urging families to take […]
Rayon Sports to unveil new squad, kit at July 18 fan event in Kigali
Rayon Sports will unveil its new squad and kit for the 2026/27 season during its annual fan event scheduled for July 18 at Stade Amahoro, […]
Rwanda, Nigeria deepen capital markets cooperation
Rwanda’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has concluded a study mission to Nigeria aimed at strengthening regulatory cooperation and improving market infrastructure as African countries seek […]