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More than 60,000 pilgrims are expected to gather in Kibeho, for the celebration of the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Nyaruguru District, on Saturday. Sam Ngendahimana
Religion

Over 60,000 pilgrims expected in Kibeho for Assumption Day

Friday, August 14, 2026
Singer Josiane Uwineza, better known as Miss Jojo, speaks to journalists during an interview in Kigali, on August 5. Igihe
Music

Quitting music was a deliberate decision—Miss Jojo

Thursday, August 06, 2026
Members of the Muslim community in Rwanda joined by other officials during the commemoration event. Courtesy.
Kwibuka

Mufti urges Muslims to reject genocide ideology, uphold unity

Saturday, June 20, 2026
Rwandan Muslims who had travelled to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform the holy Hajj pilgrimage returned home
Religion

62 Rwandans return home after Hajj pilgrimage

Saturday, June 06, 2026
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attends Eid prayers in the Bronx wearing a thobe fashioned from an Arsenal away kit featuring the 'Visit Rwanda' logo on the morning of Eid al-Adha, May 27, 2026.

The sleeve that went to prayers

Thursday, June 04, 2026
Two Muslims take a selfie during Eid al-Adha celebrations at Kigali Pele Stadium on Wednesday, May 27. The faithful were marking Eid al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, one of Islam’s holiest and most significant festivals. All photos by Craish Bahizi.

PICTORIAL: Colour, faith and joy as Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Muslims during a morning prayer to observe Eid al-Adha at Kigali Pele Stadium on Wednesday, May 27. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
Religion

Eid al-Adha: Mufti Sindayigaya calls for faith, sacrifice

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
President Paul Kagame greets members of the Muslim Community during an engagement dubbed "Meet The President" held at BK Arena on Wednesday, March 26. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Infrastructure

PHOTOS: Kagame pledges to fast-track stalled Muslim community projects

Thursday, March 26, 2026
President Paul Kagame delivers his remarks during the meeting with Muslims on March 25. Courtesy
Religion

Kagame: Religious oversight aims to curb exploitation, not suppress faith

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
President Paul Kagame addresses Muslims during Meet President event at BK Arena on Wednesday, March 25. RBA
Religion

Kagame backs revival of Muslims’ morning call to prayer

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Sheikh Musa Sindayigaya, Mufti of Rwanda, leads the prayer at Kigali Pele Stadium on Friday, March 20. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
Religion

Kagame shares message of peace, hope on Eid al-Fitr

Friday, March 20, 2026
Sheikh Musa Sindayigaya, Mufti of Rwanda, addresses Muslims during the prayer at Kigali Pele Stadium. He has called on Muslims to remain consistent in faith and good acts even beyond Ramadan. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Religion

Mufti urges Muslims to uphold faith, good acts long after Ramadan

Friday, March 20, 2026