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The death of President Habyarimana created a sense of surprise and shock among the Rwandan population, as well as fury among certain soldiers.

RPF’s diplomacy prevailed over denial of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi

Tuesday, July 14, 2026
L-R: Maj Gen Emmanuel Bayingana, Brig Gen Albert Rugambwa, and Maj Gen Vincent Gatama.
Security

RDF honours retiring Generals Bayingana, Gatama and Rugambwa for dedicated service

Saturday, July 11, 2026
Members of the Kinshasa-backed FDLR genocidal militia captured by M23 rebels were handed over to Rwandan authorities in Rubavu District on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana.

Unilateralism is not justice: Rethinking sanctions against African states

Friday, July 10, 2026
Officers from Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 507 Infantry Brigade showcase their skills acquired during a five-month Advanced Infantry Brigade Training (AIBT), concluded at the Combat Training Centre Gabiro, in Gatsibo District on Thursday, July 9. Courtesy
Security

PHOTOS: RDF soldiers complete five-month infantry training

Friday, July 10, 2026
A section of Rubaya mines, a series of coltan mining sites near the town of Rubaya in Masisi Territory, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Courtesy Luwowo is one of several validated mining site that respect CIRGL-RDC norms and guaranties conflict free minerals.

Who really profits from DR Congo’s minerals?

Thursday, July 09, 2026
An artwork depicting Rwanda Patriotic Army (RPA) soldiers rescuing Tutsi who had sought refuge inside a church during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Photo by Sam Ngenda.

How RPF stopped the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
The procedure was carried out on a Rwandan man on Wednesday, July 8, by surgeons Dr. Fan Guidong and Dr. Yin Tao, alongside other members of their surgical team.
Health

Chinese doctors perform advanced hernia surgery at Masaka Hospital

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) medical personnel interacting with a patient during the nationwide free medical outreach campaign under the Defence and Security Citizen Outreach Programme 2026. The initiative concluded on July 4 at Munini Hospital in Nyaruguru District as Rwanda marked the 32nd Liberation Day (Kwibohora 32). According to the statistics, more than 30,000 people across the country received free treatment for various illnesses, including over 8,000 patients who benefited from services at Munini Hospital. Courtesy.

How Rwanda's Defence and Security Citizen Outreach Programme is redefining national security and development

Tuesday, July 07, 2026
Retired Colonel Jill Rutaremara, the Director of Rwanda Peace Academy, speaks during an interview with The New Times on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Rutaremara reflected on, among others, the enduring significance of the liberation struggle from a military and national security perspective. PHOTO BY EMMANUEL DUSHIMIMANA
Security

‘Liberation is a continuing journey, not a single event’ – Col (Rtd) Jill Rutaremara

Monday, July 06, 2026
Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) medical personnel conduct eye screenings at Nyagatare Hospital during the nationwide free medical outreach campaign under the Defence and Security Citizen Outreach Programme 2026. The initiative concluded on July 4 at Munini Hospital in Nyaruguru District as Rwanda marked the 32nd Liberation Day (Kwibohora 32). According to the statistics, more than 30,000 people across the country received free treatment for various illnesses, including over 8,000 patients who benefited from services at Munini Hospital. Courtesy.
Rwanda

The meaning of liberation, rewritten in sight and dignity

Monday, July 06, 2026
Rwanda Security Force (RSF-5), together with the Rwandan community in Cabo Delgado, Mozambican security forces, and government officials, during Rwanda’s Liberation at RSF Headquarters in Mocímboa da Praia
Rwanda

PHOTOS: How Rwandan peacekeepers marked Liberation Day

Sunday, July 05, 2026
Members of the Rwandan community from across Switzerland gathered to celebrate Liberation Day
Rwanda

PHOTOS: Rwandans abroad mark Liberation Day with commitment to unity, development

Sunday, July 05, 2026