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King Mutara III Rudahigwa.

Six things you didn’t know about King Mutara III Rudahigwa

Friday, July 25, 2025

Youth are using new cultural space dubber ROTA to discuss various traditions including Umuganura-courtesy

Umuganura takes center stage at youth-centred cultural space

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Robert Masozera, Director General of the RCHA.

Govt steps up efforts to elevate Kinyarwanda in service delivery

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

The Minister of State for Regional Cooperation, Gen (Rtd) James Kabarebe addresses delegates at the 4th World Kiswahili Language Day celebrations in Kigali on Sunday, July 6.

Kiswahili unites East Africa and boosts development, says Kabarebe

Sunday, July 06, 2025

The Minister of Trade and Industry Semuhizi during a guided tour oft Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai in Japan on Friday, July 4. Photo by Davis Higiro

PHOTOS: Rwandans to celebrate culture, innovation at Expo 2025 Osaka

Thursday, July 03, 2025

Central Bank Governor, Soraya Hakuziyaremye addresses journalists during the presentation of the quarterly monetary policy committee (MPC) update, as her deputy Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva looks on in Kigali on Thursday,

Central Bank explains decision to hold interest rate steady

Friday, May 16, 2025

Kigali’s global table: International cuisine reshapes the City’s food scene

Monday, March 31, 2025

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This is why learning Kinyarwanda should begin at home

Friday, February 21, 2025

Minister of Youth and Arts, Jean Nepo Abdallah delivers his remarks during the International Mother Language Day celebration at Lycée de Kigali, Nyarugenge District, on Friday, February 21. Courtesy

Minister urges youth to respect Kinyarwanda

Friday, February 21, 2025

The formation of this troupe marks a fresh chapter in their commitment to celebrating and advancing traditional dance.

Rwandan dance legacy continues with Ishyaka ry'Intore formation by ex-Ibihame members

Friday, January 17, 2025

A shopper excitedly selects and pays for a gift ahead of the festive season at a lively Kigali store. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Thoughtful gift ideas for the festive season

Friday, December 27, 2024

Officials during the meeting in Gicumbi

Gicumbi: Youth vow to uphold Rwanda’s unity and resilience

Friday, December 20, 2024

UNESCO has inscribed Rwanda’s Intore dance on its Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Rwanda’s ‘Intore’ dance recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

Tuesday, December 03, 2024

The award for Mgr Alexis Kagame was received on his behalf by Jean Bosco Ntagungira (L) Bishop of Butare Diocese, Author Yolande Mukagasana(C) and Mgr Jean Marie Vianney Nsengumuremyi, Episcopal Vicar of Nyundo Diocese.

Alexis Kagame, Bigirumwami, Mukagasana receive lifetime literary awards

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Inyambo, Rwanda’s popular long-horned royal cows, that were recently reintroduced to Bigogwe. Courtesy

Inyambo back to Bigogwe 50 years later —What does it mean for tourism, culture?

Tuesday, October 08, 2024

Robert Masozera, the Director General of the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy, tries out the VR headsets during the launch

Future of cultural tourism: Sneak peek into new virtual reality tours in Rwandan museum

Saturday, September 07, 2024

Robert Masozera, the Director General of the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy, tries out the VR headsets during the launch.

Rwanda museums launch Virtual Reality tours

Sunday, September 01, 2024

A total of 80 young Rwandans, the first cohort of graduates from the Rwanda Heritage Hub. COURTESY

80 graduate from Rwanda Heritage Hub

Sunday, August 25, 2024

Celebrated Gakondo singer and coach of the Rwanda National Ballet (Urukerereza), Intore Massamba

Intore Massamba on cultural significance at presidential inauguration

Sunday, August 11, 2024

Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Jean-Damascène Bizimana, addresses the event on Friday, August 2. All photos by Willy Mucyo

School feeding takes center stage in Umuganura celebrations

Saturday, August 03, 2024