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Rwandan dancer BoBo Elvis performing live at Fusion Concept Festival in Paris, France, over the weekend. COURTESY
Music

New initiative seeks to connect East African dancers to global freestyle scene

Thursday, September 17, 2026
Ecole Rwandaise Intwali Kigali was built by Rwanda’s Muslim community in 1955 and opened in 1957 despite colonial opposition. After visiting the school, King Mutara III Rudahigwa praised the community’s courage and called them “Intwali,” meaning “Heroes.” The school later adopted the name in his honour and was returned to the Muslim community in 1997.

Gahuriro: The father of science and the longest-lived Rwandan in history

Thursday, September 17, 2026
Ouidah, a Beninese historical city that is one of the country's tourist attractions. It boasts sites such as the Portuguese Fort and the Auction Square.
Tourism

Benin at a glance as President Wadagni visits Rwanda

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
  Kwita Izina, Rwanda’s annual gorilla naming ceremony, brings together local and international leaders, celebrities, athletes, business leaders and conservationists. PHOTO/KELLYA KEZA  

Kwita Izina: How Rwanda is sharing its story with the world

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
An artist’s impression of VINMUSA Vineyard Estate near the Volcanoes National Park in Musanze District. PHOTO/COURTESY.
Business

Musanze vineyard estate could produce 90,000 wine bottles annually

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
A view of the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The DRC ranks among the world’s poorest countries, COURTESY/PHOTO

The conundrum of Congo, and failed governance

Sunday, September 13, 2026
Former Gisagara star Samuel Niyogisubizo has rejoined Kirehe VC on a two-year deal. COURTESY.
Volleyball

Niyogisubizo rejoins Kirehe VC on two-year deal

Sunday, September 13, 2026
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Interview: Outgoing Archbishop Mbanda reflects on 8 years leading Anglican church

Saturday, September 12, 2026
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African football, golf and music headline Kigali’s social weekend

Friday, September 11, 2026
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International

Kagame meets UNESCO chief in Paris

Thursday, September 10, 2026
Students from Gashora Girls Academy operate their educational robot during a match at the First Lego League (FLL) Challenge. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Africa cannot afford to hold its girls back

Thursday, September 10, 2026
High-level sports policy makers and stakeholders pose for a photo after a roundtable on sport as a catalyst for Africa’s development during the 2025 SportsBiz Africa Forum in Kigali. COURTESY

SportsBiz Africa looks to advance continent’s sports policy agenda

Wednesday, September 09, 2026