Relief for Gihembe residents after deadly ravine is fixed
A huge sense of relief has greeted completion of works to refill a dangerous ravine in the environs of Gihembe Refugee Camp in Kageyo Sector, Gicumbi District.
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Horticulture exports rise to Rwf4.7b
Rwanda’s horticulture industry fetched more than $6.1 million (Rwf4.7 billion) in the 11 months to November 2015, an increase from $4.3 million realised in the same period in 2014. This was an increase of 41.3 per cent, according to National Agricultural Exports Board report released last week.
The A to Z of a sustainable savings plan
It is often said that having no financial plan is equivalent to having a bad plan for your life. This is more especially when it comes to having a savings plan to put aside some money over time for future use.
Tardy tips Amavubi to repeat the Junior Wasps 2011 feat
Former U-17 national team (Junior Wasps) head coach, Richard Tardy has tipped Amavubi stars to emulate the U17 junior team feat when they reached the finals of the African Youth Championships in Kigali in 2011.
Sports Minister urges Amavubi to stay focused ahead of CHAN
The Minister of Sports and Culture, Julienne Uwacu, has urged Amavubi Stars to focus on reaching the final of Africa Nations Championships slated for January 16 to February 7.
Inside Binamungu’s art world
Off Masaka centre, a three kilometer stretch leads you to 61-year-old Epa Binamungu’s Inganzo Art Centre. The centre is set in a rural backdrop where you feel in close contact with nature, the serene and lush compound contrasting immensely with the hustle and bustle of Kigali city.
Rwanda's 2016 Miss and Mister Elegance crowned
The search for Rwanda's first-ever Mister and Miss Elegance ended over the weekend with the crowning of Chris Junior Rutagengwa and Nasra Umutoni as Rwanda’s Mister and Miss Elegancy 2016 respectively. The colorful event took place on Saturday at Hôtel des Mille Collines by Kempinski in Kigali.
Meet the 28-year-old Miss Rwanda beauty pageants organiser
He describes himself as “a passionate, sober, disciplined guy” that loves his country, Rwanda; one who knows that “there is no one that can bring solutions to our problems but Rwandans themselves”.
Umunnakwe says Rwanda's remarkable recovery should be an example for Africa
Henry Umunnakwe is the president of the Rwandan chapter of AIESEC - Association Internationale des Etudiants en Sciences Eonomiques Commerciales, a global exchange organisation with headquarters in the Netherlands. The organisation provides a platform for young university students to acquire professional networks, leadership skills, self discovery and securing employment abroad,...
[PHOTOS]: Mama Rwanda: Giving vulnerable mothers a new beginning
Behind the whirring sound of 11 tailoring machines inside a small makeshift workshop made of iron sheets is a story of perseverance and compassion.
Body piercing: A growing trend
Everyone attaches great value to something. For some, it’s shoes while others; it could be adventure or even stylish clothes. Other people will seriously argue that nothing beats their deep love for body piercing.
He said, 'I can only accept.' We can only thank you, Mr President!
First, let me wish my fellow Rwandans a happy and prosperous new year, 2016. As a nation, we couldn’t have expected to see off 2015 in a better style than we did, with President Paul Kagame’s acceptance of our sincere request to continue leading us to more progress.
To young Rwandans, you are the future
The future of our country does not belong to us. Although between us we have worked for decades to contribute toward shaping Rwanda, the future of Rwanda does not belong to us – it belongs to young Rwandans.
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At least Rwf30 million has been earmarked to support selected youth projects in the City of Kigali districts.
JICA celebrates 10 years of engagement in Rwanda's socio-economic development
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on Tuesday last week marked 10 years anniversary since its re-engagement in Rwanda’s socioeconomic growth journey.
World Human Rights Day: Our rights, our freedoms, always
Human Rights Day Celebrations on 10th December 2015 in Rwanda Every year, on 10th of December, the world celebrates the International Human Rights Day in a bid to pro-mote awareness of human rights issues around the world and highlight the efforts of the United Nations and human rights activists to improve global human rights conditions.
DiDe supports Rwanda Correctional Service towards rehabilitating juveniles
Amidst cheers from the crowd watching the volley ball game, one can hardly believe that these kids having a time of their life are juveniles who, having committed various, crimes are undergoing rehabilitation here in Nyangatare rehabilitation center.
Using biogas technologies for saving environment, improving production and nutrition of inmates
It is lunch time at Gasabo prison; inmates, back in the confines of prison walls donning orange and pink uniforms are hurrying to be served their second meal of the day; boiled maize grains, beans and an assortment of locally grown vegetables.
What to consider when searching for a new school
With about two weeks left to begin the first term, some parents and students have changing school top on their priorities. Unlike the old times where one relied on the performance tables that ranked schools in the entire country, the task now is more cumbersome within a pool of good...
Public speaking: The first step is to try
The only way you can overcome fear of public speaking is by going ahead and speaking. Start by looking for new ways to gain exposure and expand your network.
Health risks to ponder before body piercings
After ear piercing became the norm a few decades ago, piercing enthusiasts decided to step out of the ordinary by putting jewellery on other parts of their bodies. Almost any part of the body can be pierced, with some areas remaining more popular than others.
Why you need olive oil
The aroma of food sizzling in a frying pan depends on a number of factors. First, the type of food and ingredients used. Frying requires use of either animal or vegetable oil. After scientific comparisons of vegetable oils, experts found olive oil tick for most food preparations yielding benefits.
