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East African Community (EAC) headquarters in Arusha in Tanzania. File

The compliance paradox in the East African Community

Tuesday, June 09, 2026
The prosecution has requested the Nyarugenge Intermediate Court to sentence Arnaud Shema de Bosscher, popularly known as DJ Toxxyk, to five years in prison and impose a fine of Rwf 2.21 million.
Crime

Why prosecutors want five-year sentence for DJ Toxxyk

Friday, May 15, 2026
Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Kenya, Ernest Rwamucyo,speaks at the Symposium on Genocide Prevention, held in Nairobi on Wednesday, April 22. Courtesy
Crime

Genocide denial could lead to violence, warns Rwanda envoy to Kenya

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Chief Justice Domitilla Mukantaganzwa urged insurers to prioritise Alternative Dispute Resolution as a faster alternative to lengthy court processes. Courtesy.
Law

Chief Justice sounds alarm over rising insurance disputes

Friday, April 17, 2026
A dignified burial of 153 victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi at Ntarama Genocide Memorial on Wednesday, April 15. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Why Genocide ideology must be fought without mercy

Thursday, April 16, 2026
The Rwanda Law Journal that was launched on February 13, is ILPD’s fourth research volume and was produced in collaboration with LawAfrica. Courtesy
Law

Legal scholars weigh in on Rwanda's transitional justice

Sunday, February 15, 2026
Major General Sylvain Ekenge, spokesperson of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC).

How Kangura inspired Ekenge and FARDC

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Last week, Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC) marked five years since its creation, in 2020.

Why Kigali International Financial Centre needs a specialised tax tribunal

Friday, December 19, 2025
The High Court in Kigali has reduced the sentence of Solange Nyirangiruwonsanga, who was previously given a life sentence for the murder of a 9-year-old boy in Gasabo District. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Crime

Court reduces sentence for Kigali woman convicted of child-killing

Saturday, November 15, 2025
A group of Rwandan youth from the diaspora pay their respects to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi at the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Gisozi, during the ‘Rwanda Youth Tour’. Courtesy Photo

A Genocide that demands the world's conscience

Tuesday, November 04, 2025
The High Court in Kigali has rejected a request by Victoire Ingabire to disqualify the panel of judges presiding over her trial. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Crime

Court rejects Victoire Ingabire’s request for recusal of judges

Monday, September 29, 2025
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Law

Judiciary launches first report on landmark Genocide cases

Friday, August 29, 2025