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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.
Religion

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
Religion

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
Religion

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

Tuesday, April 09, 2024
Ramadan is considered one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims. Fasting during Ramadan offers a unique opportunity for holistic rejuvenation, both physically and mentally. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Fasting and its health benefits

Thursday, March 21, 2024
Mourners observe a moment of silence to pay tribute to victims of the Holocaust in Kigali, on January 25. The theme of Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 is the ‘Fragility of Freedom’. Photos Emmanuel Dushimimana
Rwanda

Holocaust Memorial Day 2024: The fragility of freedom

Saturday, January 27, 2024
A new look of Biryogo in Nyarugenge District. The predominantly Muslim neighbourhood became popular for its diversity and hospitality of the people. Photos by Christianne Murengerantwari
Tourism

Know your suburbs: The transformation of Biryogo

Monday, December 11, 2023
Members of Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces position themselves on the Ugandan side of the border town in Bunagana, Democratic Republic of Congo on March 30, 2023. PHOTO: AFP
Africa

Uganda army captures ADF head behind tourists' murders

Friday, November 03, 2023
Students lift placards and chant slogans during a demonstration denouncing the burning of the Quran in Sweden, Islam's holy book, in front of Swedish embassy in Tehran, Iran on July 21. PHOTO: AFP
Africa

Egypt summons Swedish envoy over Quran protests

Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Mukarubega encourages other women and girls to take full advantage of the opportunities the government offers, and investment in greater and more diverse ideas that can lead to development of their communities and country. PHOTO BY CHRISTIANNE MURENGERANTWARI
Women

From informal tea vendor to university proprietor: Mukarubega’s story

Friday, July 21, 2023
Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Religion

Eid al-Adha: Muslims pray for national dev't, security

Wednesday, June 28, 2023
The Mufti of Rwanda, Sheikh Salim Hitimana leads the prayer at Pele Stadium on June 28. Eid-al Adha , the festival is Islam’s second, and most significant, major holiday.
Religion

Photos: Eid al-Adha: Mufti urges Muslims to comfort Genocide survivors, help those in need

Wednesday, June 28, 2023