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Suzanne Nyiranyamibwa.
Rwanda

Suzanne Nyiranyamibwa remembered for songs of hope, unity

Saturday, October 17, 2026
President Kagame receives letters of credence from Ambassador Jérémie Blin, Ambassador of the European Union to Rwanda at Village Urugwiro on Friday, October 16. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

PHOTOS: New envoys pledge deeper ties, cooperation

Friday, October 16, 2026
A scene of an accident that involved a cargo truck that crashed into shops on the outskirts of Rubavu town and left four people died and five others injured on Thursday night.
Rwanda

Rubavu: Four dead, five injured as cargo truck crashes into shops

Friday, October 16, 2026
President Paul Kagame poses for a photo with FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem (left) and Formula One CEO and President Stefano Domenicali (right) during the event in Kigali on Tuesday, October 13. Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

What Rwanda’s 10-year Formula One deal entails

Friday, October 16, 2026
President Paul Kagame and Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema. President Paul Kagame has called for African countries to work together to make Formula 1 African Grand Prix in Rwanda.
Rwanda

Kagame calls for African collaboration on F1 Grand Prix

Thursday, October 15, 2026
The New Times
Rwanda

Seven iconic F1 circuits every fan should experience

Thursday, October 15, 2026
A car displayed at FIA Awards Ceremony Kigali, on December 13, 2024. Courtesy
Rwanda

F1 in Rwanda: A guide to tickets, prices and packages

Thursday, October 15, 2026
The New Times
Rwanda

Rwandan F1 fans revel in prospect of Grand Prix on home soil

Thursday, October 15, 2026
A view of  the design is being developed by WurzDesign, led by former Formula One driver Alexander Wurz, in collaboration with Carsten Tilke Engineers and Architects. Photo by OLIVIER MUGWIZA
Rwanda

Why Bugesera was chosen for Rwanda’s Formula One circuit

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Minister Jean Damascene Bizimana speaks during the Forum of Unity and Resilience at University of Rwanda’s Huye Campus on Tuesday, October 13. Courtesy
Rwanda

Bizimana tackles role of historical truth in fight against genocide ideology

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
President Paul Kagame delivers his remarks during the event to announce a 10-year agreement for Rwanda to host a Formula One Grand Prix in Kigali on October 13. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Rwanda

Kagame: Formula One fits into Rwanda’s bigger ambitions

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
The circuit is planned to feature a roller-coaster-style profile, with about 197 metres of elevation change per lap and gradients of between 13 and 15 per cent.
Rwanda

Beyond Formula 1: What Rwanda plans for Bugesera circuit

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
The United Nations General Assembly on Monday, October 12, adopted a political declaration calling for stronger health systems. Courtesy
Rwanda

UN adopts Rwanda-backed declaration on pandemic prevention, response

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
President Paul Kagame has announced a 10-year agreement for Rwanda to host a Formula One Grand Prix. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Rwanda

Kagame announces 10-year Formula One Grand Prix deal

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Amb. Martin Ngoga speaks during UN General Assembly debate on causes of conflict, the promotion of durable peace and sustainable development in Africa on Monday, October 12.
Rwanda

Rwanda urges international efforts to combat genocide denial, hate speech

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Rwanda

Exclusive: Rwanda set to welcome Formula One back to Africa, 30 years later

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
A scene of an accident at Muhanga-Kigali road in Kamonyi District in 2022. File
Rwanda

Rising repair costs, claims push insurers to review motor premiums

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
The New Times
Rwanda

Bugesera correctional facility closed

Monday, October 12, 2026
A fire gutted GOICO Plaza, the main market in the city, causing extensive damage on Saturday, October 10. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana
Rwanda

Insurers pledge faster compensation after Musanze market fire

Monday, October 12, 2026
Maurice Mugabowagahunde, Governor of Northern Province, (R) and Mayor of Musanze District met with members of the private sector on Monday, October 12, following a fire that gutted GOICO Plaza on Saturday.
Rwanda

Musanze market fire: 635 alternative spaces secured for affected traders

Monday, October 12, 2026