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AFC-M23 Coordinator Corneille Nangaa delivers a statement on Monday, June 30, on independence anniversary of DR Congo. Screengrab from video
Africa

AFC/M23 says Rwanda-DR Congo deal ‘tiny’ part of solution

Monday, June 30, 2025
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente delivers his remarks at the inaugural Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa in Kigali on Monday, June 30. Courtesy
Science

Africa’s nuclear moment? Rwanda thinks so

Monday, June 30, 2025
Minister Education Joseph Nsengimana distributes exam copies to the candidates at the launch on Monday, June 30. Courtesy
Education

No holiday pause as primary pupils sit national exams

Monday, June 30, 2025
A high-level breakfast dialogue under the theme “Rwanda’s Debt and Climate Nexus- Unlocking a Just Financial Future through NDC Commitments”. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Featured

FEATURED: ActionAid Rwanda in campaign on debt justice and climate obligations

Monday, June 30, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel & Kigali Convention Centre (KCC), and (AVEGA Agahozo), handed over a fully furnished house to Genocide survivor Anathalie Mukantaganda, in Munyinya Cell, Muko Village, Jali Sector.
Kwibuka

Gasabo: Radisson Blu Kigali, AVEGA donate house to Genocide survivor

Monday, June 30, 2025
Fire fighters on duty as a fire broke out at the Gakiriro wood workshop in Kigali on May 29. Photo by Kelly Keza
Security

What if everything burned tomorrow? Why property insurance isn’t optional

Monday, June 30, 2025
Ecobank Rwanda officially launched Ellevate 2.0, a programme for women in business, during a high-level event at the Pinnacle Kigali Hotel in Rebero on June 27. Photos by Kellya Keza
Featured

Ecobank Rwanda launches Ellevate 2.0 to empower women in business

Monday, June 30, 2025
Kigalians on walkways of the newly revamped Nyandungu wetland Eco-Tourism Park. The 121 hectares wetland was rehabilitated to become Ecotourism Park. Courtesy
Environment

Nyandungu Eco-Park recorded over 76,000 visitors in 2024

Monday, June 30, 2025
The 44 primary school pupils during their graduation ceremony on Friday, June 27. Photos by Kellya Keza
Featured

Silver Bells International School celebrates student success, announces launch of secondary section

Monday, June 30, 2025
Energy

Small modular reactors key to Rwanda’s energy sovereignty – Atomic Energy Board Chair

Sunday, June 29, 2025
Rwanda National Police spokesperson,ACP Boniface Rutikanga addresses journalists. COURTESY
Rwanda

Police unveil measures to curb alcohol, drug abuse during holidays

Sunday, June 29, 2025
The fifth East African Community (EAC) Armed Forces treat patients during the launch of Civil-Military Cooperation Week at Nyanza District Hospital on June 29. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Health

PHOTOS: EAC armed forces offer free healthcare services in Nyanza

Sunday, June 29, 2025
A new house that was given to the family of Ahishakiye Mutoni who died during a crowd control incident at the party’s presidential campaign last year.Photos by Germain Nsanzimana
Rwanda

Family of RPF supporter who died at campaign rally gets new home

Sunday, June 29, 2025
The Minister of Local Government, Patrice Mugenzi addresses members of African Movement (PAM) Rwanda during the PAM Consultative Council Meeting held in Kigali on June 29. Courtesy
Rwanda

The Africa we want lies within us, Minister Mugenzi tells Pan-Africanists

Sunday, June 29, 2025
The peace agreement was signed between Rwanda and DR Congo in Washington DC, under US mediation on Friday, June 27. Courtesy
Africa

Analysts: Rwanda-Congo peace deal promising, but political will, Doha talks are key

Sunday, June 29, 2025
The graduates from East African Christian College who completed their studies on June 27. 
Religion

Faith leaders say theology courses necessary for preachers

Sunday, June 29, 2025
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has welcomed the signing of a peace agreement between DR Congo and Rwanda.COURTESY
Africa

AU boss hails 'historic' Rwanda-DR Congo peace deal

Sunday, June 29, 2025
Regarding operating hours, the measures include that bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and liquor stores must close by 100 a.m. from Monday to Friday, and by 200 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
Tourism

RDB urges compliance with nightlife rules to curb chaos, protect minors

Sunday, June 29, 2025
The 2024-2025 academic year, national exams will start on Monday, June 30. File
Education

National exams: 10 key highlights in NESA guidelines

Sunday, June 29, 2025
RHPCL signed a Lettef of Intent with Anzana Electric Group to explore a strategic partnership on $760M Rusizi III Power Project during US Africa Business Summit in Angola
Energy

Anzana Electric Group joins 206 MW Rusizi III power project execution

Saturday, June 28, 2025