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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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

Boxing Day: The history and meaning behind the holiday

Friday, December 26, 2025

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A Christmas of reflection, togetherness, and giving back

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Christians attend church services at Evangelical Restoration Church, Masoro, on Christmas, December 25, 2024. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Faith leaders urge believers to put Christ back at the centre of Xmas

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Members of community saving groups during a meeting to collect their contribution. Sam Ngendahimana

How rural communities keep Christmas rooted in sharing, faith and togetherness

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Cardinal Antoine Kambanda, Archbishop of Kigali, Bishop Louis Kabayiza of the Anglican Diocese of Shyogwe, Senior Pastor Isaie Ndayizeye of the Association of Pentecostal Churches in Rwanda (ADEPR)

What faith leaders say about the festive season

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Believers take part in a praise and worship session during Christmas services at Evangelical Restoration Church Masoro in 2024. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana.

A guide to Christmas church services across Kigali

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

More than one in three Rwandan women experience physical, sexual, or psychological abuse, yet many continue to suffer in silence. Courtesy.

When faith becomes a shield against gender-based violence

Friday, December 12, 2025

Mathias Ngirinshuti, from Saint Charles Lwanga Parish, says Church services benefit all.

What Rwandan Catholics say as church marks 125 years

Sunday, December 07, 2025

The Prime Minister speaks to the thousands of catholics who turned up for the jubilee celebrations at Amahoro Stadium on Saturday, December 6.

Prime Minister to churches: Build Rwandans who are able to find solutions

Sunday, December 07, 2025

Cardinal Antoine Kambanda, the Archbishop of Kigali, delivers his speech during the 125th anniversary of the Catholic Church’s presence in Rwanda on Saturday, December 6.

Catholic Church marks 125 years in Rwanda

Saturday, December 06, 2025

Sheikh Musa Sindayigaya, the Mufti of Rwanda, told The New Times that efforts are underway to ensure leaders of 320 mosques meet the new academic requirements set for faith-based organisations in Rwanda before the March 2026 deadline. File photo

Muslim leaders race to meet qualification deadline

Tuesday, November 25, 2025