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Archbishop of Kigali, Cardinal Antoine Kambanda, leads Holy Communion alongside fellow clerics during the Easter celebration at St Michel Cathedral on Sunday, April 5. All photos by Kellya Keza.
Religion

Easter Sunday: Christians urged to find courage, healing

Sunday, April 05, 2026
Cardinal Antoine Kambanda.
Religion

Cardinal Kambanda urges renewed faith as Rwanda marks Easter ahead of Genocide commemoration

Saturday, April 04, 2026
President Paul Kagame delivers his remarks during the meeting with Muslims on March 25. Courtesy
Religion

Kagame: Religious oversight aims to curb exploitation, not suppress faith

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
President Paul Kagame addresses Muslims during Meet President event at BK Arena on Wednesday, March 25. RBA
Religion

Kagame backs revival of Muslims’ morning call to prayer

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Sheikh Musa Sindayigaya, Mufti of Rwanda, leads the prayer at Kigali Pele Stadium on Friday, March 20. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
Religion

Kagame shares message of peace, hope on Eid al-Fitr

Friday, March 20, 2026
Sheikh Musa Sindayigaya, Mufti of Rwanda, addresses Muslims during the prayer at Kigali Pele Stadium. He has called on Muslims to remain consistent in faith and good acts even beyond Ramadan. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Religion

Mufti urges Muslims to uphold faith, good acts long after Ramadan

Friday, March 20, 2026
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Religion

Muslims reflect on Ramadan, share plans for Eid al-Fitr

Friday, March 20, 2026
Muslims around the world will celebrate Eid al-Fitr on Friday, May 20. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Religion

Eid al-Fitr: How muslims celebrate the end of Ramadan

Friday, March 20, 2026
Jean Uwinkindi, a former pastor in Eastern Province, who is serving a life sentence in Nyanza Correctional Facility. File
Religion

Over 30 ADEPR preachers stripped of pastoral duties over Genocide

Thursday, March 19, 2026
Sheikh Dr Muhammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organisation of Muslim Scholars, is in Kigali for a three-day official visit.
Religion

Top global Muslim leader in Rwanda for three-day visit

Thursday, February 19, 2026
Muslims around the world are beginning observances of Ramadan on February 18.
Religion

Ramadan, Lent begin together in rare overlap

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Delegates follow President Kagame's remarks during the 31st annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, February 1. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Religion

PHOTOS: Kagame: Practicing compromise can hold families together

Sunday, February 01, 2026
Hundreds of people flocked to the place where the alleged Marian apparitions occurred in Gataraga Sector of Musanze District.
Religion

Alleged Musanze apparitions: What Catholic Church says 

Monday, January 19, 2026
Jean Bosco Ntibitura, Governor of the Western Province and Bishop Eduard Sinayobye laying foundation of stone for the centre building 2
Religion

Catholic Church to build reconciliation centre in honour of Father Ubald

Thursday, January 08, 2026
Apostle Dr Paul M. Gitwaza, has combined spiritual guidance with tangible community development. Courtesy
Religion

Beyond the pulpit: A look at Authentic Word Ministries, Zion Temple Celebration Center holistic impact

Sunday, January 04, 2026
A choir sing during the Holy communion that was led by Father Innocent Consolateur at Saint-Michel Cathedral on January 1. Courtesy
Religion

Faith leaders encourage positivity, God-centred plans in 2026

Thursday, January 01, 2026
Cardinal Antoine Kambanda delivered a message on peace at Saint Michel Cathedral in Kigali.
Religion

Messages of peace, hope and faith as believers welcome 2026

Thursday, January 01, 2026
Cardinal Antoine Kambanda leads Holy Communion during a Christmas Mass at St Michel Cathedral, urging believers to reflect on their faith and personal lives. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Religion

Churches across Kigali host packed Christmas day services

Friday, December 26, 2025
Boxing Day, marked annually on December 26, is a public holiday in Rwanda, offering families time to rest, travel, or visit relatives after Christmas. 
Religion

Boxing Day: The history and meaning behind the holiday

Friday, December 26, 2025
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Religion

A Christmas of reflection, togetherness, and giving back

Thursday, December 25, 2025