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The Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Rwanda and Vice Chairman of the Rwanda Interfaith Council (RIC) Laurent Mbanda, during an interview with The New
Times on April 3, 2023. Following the closure of over 5,600 places of worship, including 100 cave churches over failing to meet the legal requirements governing faith-based organizations (FBOs) in Rwanda, on Tuesday, August 6, the Archbishop Mbanda said that “We knew what to do. But we relaxed”. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza.

Interfaith Council leader says churches ‘knew what to do’

Tuesday, August 06, 2024

Domus Pacis Parish catholic church in Huye is among the over 5,600 churches that have been closed during the ongoing inspection countrywide. Courtesy

Over 5,600 churches shut down over non-compliance

Monday, August 05, 2024

American Pastor Voddie Baucham

American pastor Voddie Baucham expected in Kigali

Friday, August 02, 2024

One of hundreds of churches that have been closed by Rwanda Governance Board for not meeting required standards after the inspection on Thursday, August 1. Courtesy.

Closure of non-compliant faith-based organisations: What are the essential requirements?

Friday, August 02, 2024

Rwanda Governance Board and local leaders closed down 185 churches over not meeting the requisite standards in Musanze District. Courtesy

Nearly 200 non-compliant churches in Musanze shut down in fresh crackdown

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Rwandan priests say a prayer at the spot where it is claimed that Jesus was baptised.

Visiting Jesus’ baptism site

Thursday, July 04, 2024

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Over 550 pilgrims die in Mecca as temperatures rise

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Mufti of Rwanda Musa Sindayigaya leads Muslims to celebrate Eid al-Adha at Kigali Pele Stadium in Nyamirambo on Sunday, June 16. All photos by Craish Bahizi

Eid Al Adha: Muslims urged to participate in upcoming elections

Sunday, June 16, 2024

Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on Sunday, June 16, with the national prayer of the day being held at Kigali Pelé Stadium starting 6 am.

Muslims to celebrate Eid al-Adha on Sunday

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Some of the nearly 100 Rwandan Muslim pilgrims at Hill Top Hotel ready to travel with RwandAir’s direct flight to Mecca on Thursday, June 6. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi

PHOTOS: Nearly 100 Rwandan Muslim pilgrims on RwandAir’s direct flight to Mecca

Friday, June 07, 2024

Rwandans are among thousands of pilgrims who attended the Uganda Martyrs' Day 2024 celebrations at Namugongo in Wakiso District, Kampala, on June 3, 2024, to honour them for paying the ultimate price in defence of their faith (courtesy)

Rwandan Christians pay homage to Uganda Martyrs

Tuesday, June 04, 2024

The newly elected Mufti of Rwanda, Sheikh Musa Sindayigaya delivers remarks on Sunday, May 26. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Who is Sheikh Musa Sindayigaya, the new Mufti of Rwanda?

Monday, May 27, 2024

Mufti Salim Hitimana.

Muslims to elect new Mufti of Rwanda on Sunday

Friday, May 24, 2024

Pope clears way for 'God's influencer' to become saint. Internet

Pope clears way for 'God's influencer' to become saint

Thursday, May 23, 2024

One of the participants from 30 African countries who competed on Sunday, April 21. Courtesy

Rwanda hosts continental Quran contest showcasing youth talent, knowledge

Monday, April 22, 2024

George Jean Claude Murekeyimana, 41-year-old Orthodox priest, during the interview at Iwacu Recovery Centre in Nyamata, Bugesera District. Photo by Christianne Murengerantwari

From struggle to strength: An Orthodox priest’s battle with alcohol addiction

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Eid al-Fitr: Muslims root for support to the needy

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Muslims in Rubavu and from Goma town during the observance of Eid al-Fitr.

Rubavu: Congolese Muslims join Rwandan counterparts for Eid al-Fitr prayers

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Thousands of Muslims gathered at Kigali Pele Stadium as early as 6:30 for Eid prayers. PHOTOS BY WILLY MUCYO

Rwanda observes Eid al-Fitr amid reflection on Genocide against Tutsi

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

The Mufti of Rwanda, Sheikh Salim Hitimana, leads a prayer at Kigali Stadium during a past celebration of Eid al-Fitr. Sam Ngendahimana

Muslims urged on quiet Eid-al Fitr festivities amid Genocide commemoration

Tuesday, April 09, 2024