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The Red Dress at the Museum of Brisbane. PHOTO COURTESY_ Nick Dent
Fashion

Record-breaking ‘Red Dress’ with Rwandan artwork set for Kigali display

Thursday, July 30, 2026
President Paul Kagame receives Letters of Credence of Olivia Charlotte Owen, the new High Commissioner of New Zealand to Rwanda on Wednesday, July 29. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Politics

PHOTOS: Kagame receives credentials of Oman, New Zealand envoys

Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Japanese Embassy officials and participants pose for a photo during the launch of the first-ever Japanese “Washoku” Culinary Demonstration, held on July 24 at Kigali Marriott Hotel. Photos Kellya Keza
Featured

A taste of Japan: How “Washoku” is enriching Rwanda's culinary scene

Wednesday, July 29, 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
Passengers arrive at Kigali International Airport following the launch of SalamAir's direct flights between Muscat, the capital of Oman, and Kigali on Tuesday, July 21. Photo by Craish BAHIZI.
International

Inside Rwanda's growing partnership with Oman

Thursday, July 23, 2026
Passengers arrive at Kigali International Airport following the launch of SalamAir's direct flights between Muscat, the capital of Oman, and Kigali on Tuesday, July 21. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
Aviation

SalamAir’s low-cost Kigali–Muscat flights open new travel, business links

Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Sheikh Abdul Karim Harelimana, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Rwanda to Indonesia, leads other officials during the 32nd anniversary of Rwanda’s Liberation Day (Kwibohora 32) on July 17. Courtesy
Rwanda

Kwibohora 32 celebration strengthens Rwanda-Indonesia ties through culture

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Djalal Khimdjee.
Economy

Djalal Khimdjee appointed CEO of Africa50 Principal Investment Fund

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
A pupil undergoes the e-Ndangamuntu registration process at a school in Remera, Kigali. The National Identification Agency designated special registration sites to serve schoolchildren during the holiday period. Photo by Kellya Keza.
Technology

NIDA takes digital ID registration to diaspora as nearly 9,000 enroll

Saturday, July 18, 2026
Prince William, the Prince of Wales and heir to the British throne.
Football

Prince William and global figures headlining Aston Villa’s fanbase

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Global cancer cases could reach nearly 35 million a year by 2050.Courtesy
Health

Cancer cases could reach 35 million a year by 2050, WHO says

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Rwanda's RSSB Tigers secured Africa's spot at the prestigious club tournament after winning the 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) title in Kigali in June . Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Basketball

FIBA Intercontinental Cup 2026 set for September

Monday, July 13, 2026