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Genocide perpetrators meet with survivors from Nyamasheke on February 29, 2024 After undergoing self-examination and seeking forgiveness from both the survivors and the community before their release.
Rwanda

Reintegration of ex-genocide convicts: a journey of healing, reconciliation

Thursday, April 11, 2024
President Paul Kagame meets with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at Downing Street in London on Tuesday April 9. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

Kagame, UK Prime Minister discuss migration deal progress

Tuesday, April 09, 2024
Flags of the Commonwealth member states hoisted in Kigali during the CHOGM in June 2022. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Rwanda

Rwanda to host Commonwealth architects’ association conference

Monday, April 08, 2024
African swine fever has killed about 82 pigs in Rusizi District, officials reported. File
Rwanda

Rusizi: African swine fever kills 100 pigs

Sunday, April 07, 2024
Workers processing tea at Kitabi Tea Factory in Nyamagabe. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Rwanda

Former tea, coffee, horticulture workers claim pension rights

Friday, April 05, 2024
Residents of Gakenke during a mass civil marriage. The proposed change, once adopted, will grant future-to-be partners the right to choose what part of their assets . Courtesy
Rwanda

Family bill: Govt proposes new matrimonial regime

Thursday, April 04, 2024
President Paul Kagame chairs a cabinet meeting that approved several appointments at Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (RFDA) at Urugwiro Village on April 3. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

Cabinet appoints new officials at food and drugs body

Wednesday, April 03, 2024
Minister of Gender and Family Promotion, Valentine Uwamariya.
Rwanda

Minister Uwamariya on Rwanda’s 30-year gender equality journey

Wednesday, April 03, 2024
The Vice Mayor of Rusizi District in Charge of Economic Development, Ndagijimana Louis Munyemanzi, and three other district councilors, have resigned from their posts citing “personal reasons”. Courtesy
Rwanda

Rusizi vice mayor, three district councilors resign

Tuesday, April 02, 2024
School-age children in Rubavu town spotted begging from cars at night. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana
Rwanda

Rubavu: Authorities warn against child exploitation through street begging

Tuesday, April 02, 2024
Regis Rugemanshuro, the Director-General of RSSB .File
Rwanda

Retirees’ body appeals for matching pension with cost of living

Monday, April 01, 2024
President Paul Kagame has said Rwanda cannot continue to be blamed for DR Congo’s problems. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

Rwanda cannot carry DR Congo’s burdens, says Kagame

Monday, April 01, 2024
Monique Mukaruliza, Rwanda's former ambassador to Zambia and Malawi, passed away on Saturday, March 30, in the Belgian capital, Brussels. File
Rwanda

‘Gone too soon’: Tributes pour in after Amb Mukaruliza's death

Sunday, March 31, 2024
Monique Mukaruliza. PHOTO BY IGIHE
Rwanda

Rwandan politician Monique Mukaruliza passes on

Saturday, March 30, 2024
3. Christine Nkulikiyinka, Chief Executive Officer of RCI, delivers remarks during a workshop on the psychological effects of GVB on personal and organisational productivity on March 27, in Kigali. Courtesy photos
Rwanda

Why awareness, collaborative efforts are key in eradicating GBV

Thursday, March 28, 2024
Participants who attended the 11th Annual Research Conference pose for a photo on March 27 at the Kigali Marriott Hotel. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Rwanda

New study highlights urgent need to address unpaid care work burden

Thursday, March 28, 2024
Nyagatare District officials during a press conference. A substation under construction in Karangazi is expected to efficiently increase power supply in the district and mitigate power shortage issues. Photo: Courtesy.
Rwanda

Nyagatare: Residents appeal for solution to ongoing power cuts

Thursday, March 28, 2024
(L-R) High Commissioner Julie Crowley of Canada, Ambassador Nermine Mohamed Essam Eldin Elshafie El Zawahry of Egypt, and High Commissioner Janet Mwawasi Oben of Kenya. Photos by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

PHOTOS: New envoys pledge to bolster ties with Rwanda

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Some of the attendees of the African Youth Employment Clock launch event on March 21 in Kigali
Rwanda

Innovative tool launched to track youth employment

Monday, March 25, 2024
Taxpayers meet Rwanda Revenue Authority's staff at Gisimenti branch. According to RRA, the deadline of declaration is March 31, 2024. Courtesy
Rwanda

What you need to know before tax declaration

Saturday, March 23, 2024