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Rwandans living in the United States have welcomed a proclamation by the City of Kentwood, Michigan, recognising April 7, 2026, as the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide against the Tutsi.
Kwibuka

US City of Kentwood honours Genocide victims with official proclamation

Tuesday, April 07, 2026
Mourners visit one of the mass graves where innocent Tutsis were killed and thrown in large numbers during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Kinazi Sector, former Ntongwe Commune, now Ruhango District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Kwibuka

What happened on April 7, 1994 as Genocide against the Tutsi began

Tuesday, April 07, 2026
Some properties owned by Dutere Imbere Murundi Cooperative that brings together 1,914 farmers cultivating about 330 hectares of rice, with an average seasonal output of 1,800 tonnes. All photos by Emmanuel Nkangura
Agriculture

Kayonza farmers demand second reservoir after flood losses

Monday, April 06, 2026
‎The planned market project will cover 12,470 square meters and include a three-storey building. It will host fresh produce vendors, retail shops, banks, restaurants and other services.
Rwanda

Kirehe: Construction of Rwf12bn Nyakarambi market awaits govt approval

Sunday, April 05, 2026
A wide view of Rusumo cross-border market. The market completed in 2022 has 11 occupants. To bridge the gap, officials say within a month, they will address issues including unreliable electricity supply within the premises, which has been a pressing issue.
Rwanda

Kirehe: Officials move to restore power, sanitation at Rusumo cross-border market

Saturday, April 04, 2026
The Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Jean-Damascène Bizimana.
Kwibuka

Genocide denial is indefensible, Bizimana says ahead of Kwibuka32

Friday, April 03, 2026
Graduates of the Grow 2 Scale (G2S) programme celebrate during the graduation ceremony on Tuesday, March 31, in Musanze. The two-year growth program designed to scale small enterprises and deepen inclusion. Courtesy
Featured

BPN-backed entrepreneurs triple jobs, expand markets as inclusion drive gains ground

Thursday, April 02, 2026
A total of 133 returnees who crossed into Rwanda through the Grande Barrière border post in Rubavu District on on Thursday, April 2.Photos By Germain Nsanzimana.
Security

Rubavu mayor urges returnees from DR Congo to shun genocide ideology

Thursday, April 02, 2026
The Chairperson of RDRC Valerie Nyirahabineza and Jean Maurice Uwera, Government Deputy Spokesperson handing over IDs to one of the E-x combatants who graduated at Mutobo Demobilisation Center on Tuesday, March 31.
Rwanda

Over 200 ex-FDLR combatants reintegrated back in society

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
National Electoral Commission staff during past elections. File
Politics

2026 local elections: Which district mayors are eligible to run again?

Saturday, March 28, 2026
University of Technology and Arts of Byumba Vice Chancellor, Father Gilbert Munana and I&M Bank Rwanda CEO Benjamin Mutimura sign a new partnership on Wednesday March 25. Courtesy
Featured

I&M Bank teams up with UTAB to uplift campus life, students and teacher welfare

Saturday, March 28, 2026
Minister of ICT and Innovation Paula Ingabire , Governor of North Province Maurice Mugabowagahunde and Mayor of Gicumbi Emmanuel Nzabonimpa follow a panel discussion in Gicumbi on March 26. The meeting aims to explore investment and business opportunities and strengthen public-private collaboration.
Tourism

Investors, officials explore Gicumbi’s economic, tourism potential 

Friday, March 27, 2026