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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
Groupe Scolaire Gahini has resumed to accomodate students with visual impairment. Courtesy
Education

Renewed hope as Gahini school reopens programme for visually impaired students

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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Tennis

Last of the French musketeers Monfils officially retired from tennis

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Keffe D” Davis was found guilty of murder in the 1996 killing of American rap icon Tupac Shakur. Courtesy

Ex-gang leader gets 40-year sentence for Tupac Shakur murder

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
On October 12 this year, the United States observed Columbus Day, a federal holiday commemorating Christopher Columbus’s arrival in the Americas in 1492.

Columbus Day: What America commemorates and why it is contested

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
AFC M23 official Dr Freddy Kaniki comforts members of the Banyamulenge community who fled atrocities in Uvira to Kamanyola in January 2026. Photo by Teddy Mazinda

The indulgence of indifference as people suffer in the DR Congo

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Delphine Umurutasate, a mother from Gicumbi District, gave birth to a child who was unable to see but can see today thanks to early treatment
Health

Parents welcome Rwf1bn disability rehabilitation centre

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Delegates follow a presentation 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
Editorial

Formula One is here, let us be be ready to reap the benefits

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
A car is displayed during the FIA Awards Ceremony in Kigali on December 13, 2024. Courtesy

Five key things to know about Rwanda’s Formula One Grand Prix

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