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Col Moses Kayigamba, the leader of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Engineer Contingent deployed to Jamaica during the Welcoming ceremony on Thursday, January 15. Courtesy
Economy

How Rwanda, Jamaica relations evolved over the years

Friday, January 16, 2026
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and 11-time La Liga champions Atlético de Madrid on April 30, 2025, announced a momentous partnership under the “Visit Rwanda” brand.

Rwanda reimagined: Harnessing the power of national branding

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Inside one of the rooms at Margo Villa Hotel in Rugando, Kimihurura, in Gasabo District. A survey shows that Gasabo District led the country in 2024 with 277 accommodation establishments, more than double the 133 record. File
Wellness

Gasabo, Musanze lead Rwanda’s hotel and room capacity rankings

Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Zaria Court is located in the heart of Kigali Sports City, steps from the 10,000-seat BK Arena and the iconic 45,000-seat Amahoro Stadium. Courtesy
Featured

Zaria Court Kigali now open as part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Monday, January 12, 2026
Speed in the Virunga mountains
Tourism

Speed in Rwanda: From an iconic gorilla trek to Amahoro Stadium, the global YouTuber continues his Rwanda tour

Saturday, January 10, 2026
A view of Kimihurura residential area in Gasabo District. The newly adjusted rates of land tax payable per square metre were approved by the City Council in February 2025. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Economy

A closer look at how land taxes are set

Thursday, January 08, 2026
American YouTube and Twitch sensation Darren Jason Watkins Jr., widely known as iShowSpeed, is set to visit Rwanda in the coming days as part of his highly publicised Africa tour.
Showbiz

Who is iShowSpeed, the internet sensation expected in Rwanda?

Thursday, January 08, 2026
Darren Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed is expected in Rwanda during his ongoing Africa Tour. Internet
Tourism

Speed, gorillas and the Internet: Rwanda steps into IShowSpeed’s global spotlight

Thursday, January 08, 2026
Rwanda golfer Melissa Akanigi Ishimwe is already reaping endorsements for her recent achievement in the Guinness World Record. Photo by Willy Mucyo

Golfer in records book, MMA and UCI in Kigali and major sporting feats of 2025

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Rwanda Development Board CEO, Jean-Guy Afrika, poses with an LA Clippers representative while holding Los Angeles Clippers jerseys branded with the “Visit Rwanda” logo during the official partnership launch.
Basketball

From Madrid to Los Angeles—2025 opened new horizons for Visit Rwanda

Friday, December 26, 2025
Boxing Day, marked annually on December 26, is a public holiday in Rwanda, offering families time to rest, travel, or visit relatives after Christmas. 
Religion

Boxing Day: The history and meaning behind the holiday

Friday, December 26, 2025
Tour du Rwanda 2026 will include a full-day circuit in Rubavu. Photo courtesy
Cycling

What you need to know about Tour du Rwanda 2026

Wednesday, December 24, 2025