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Former Ethiopian President and African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) Elder Sahle-Work Zewde, delivers her remarks during the launch of the initiative in Kigali. Photos by Kellya Keza
Women

New academy launched in Kigali to train Africa’s women leaders

Monday, August 03, 2026
John Kalisa was recently recognised with a Lifetime Community Service Award in Massachusetts.
People

How life abroad deepened one man's bond with Rwanda

Monday, August 03, 2026
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Nduhungirehe, and Ambassador Charles Karamba during the signing ceremony.

Rwanda signed the AU convention—but prevention must begin before abuse becomes normal

Monday, August 03, 2026
Niyonkuru Florence has become the first Rwandan athlete ever to win a medal at the Commonwealth Games, securing a historic bronze in the Women's 10,000m at Glasgow 2026. Courtesy

C'Wealth Games: At last, Rwanda has its moment as Niyonkuru's bronze ends long wait

Friday, July 31, 2026
Rwandan singers Nel Ngabo and Kivumbi King are set to perform at the 2026 Afrostrava Festival in Ostrava, Czech Republic, on August 15.
Music

Nel Ngabo, Kivumbi King take Rwandan sound to Czech Republic

Thursday, July 30, 2026
Participants during African School of Governance (ASG) event. Kigali will host the inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum on August 25-26 at Kigali Convention Centre . Photos by ASG
Rwanda

1,000 leaders to meet in Kigali for Africa Mindset Reset Forum

Wednesday, July 29, 2026
A man proposes to his girlfriend with an engagement ring during a romantic indoor marriage proposal ceremony.
Society

To kneel or not to kneel? Marriage proposals spark cultural debate

Wednesday, July 29, 2026
More than 200 million Kiswahili speakers can now access French-language programming free of charge after TV5MONDE+ introduced subtitles in Swahili.
Featured

TV5MONDE breaks language barriers with Kiswahili subtitles for millions of viewers

Monday, July 27, 2026
Minister of State in the Ministry of Youth and Arts Sandrine Umutoni addressing filmmakers participating Kigali Cine Junction (KCJ) Film Festival.
Cinema

Rwanda positions film industry as driver of jobs, investment

Monday, July 27, 2026
The car show featured exhibitions of luxury, classic and modified vehicles alongside slalom and drifting competitions involving eight local drivers. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Classic cars, drifting and speed thrill fans at Rwanda Auto Fest

Monday, July 27, 2026
A view of Kigali City showcasing modern buildings and ongoing urban transformation that reflects the city's rapid development. File

This African country has the potential to transform the entire continent ... and the world

Saturday, July 25, 2026
Intayoberana cultural troupe will celebrate Rwandan culture through unique traditional dances at Kigali Conference Exhibition Village on Saturday, July 25.courtesy photos

'Gira u Rwanda': Intayoberana readies seventh cultural showcase in Kigali

Friday, July 24, 2026