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23 rd March 2026 - Gako, Bugesera, President Paul Kagame has delivered a sharp warning to Rwanda’s top government officials, stating that a culture of arrogance and the repetition of administrative blunders are the…
Muslims in Rwanda joined millions around the world in celebrating Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. While fasting and prayers concluded, leaders emphasized that the spirit of devotion and…
The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda have agreed on a fresh set of coordinated measures to advance implementation of their landmark peace agreement, as part of ongoing efforts to translate commitments into…
Kigali, Rwanda - 14 th March 2026 , Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and international cooperation, Amb Olivier Nduhungirehe has issued a firm ultimatum regarding the country’s military presence in Mozambique,…
Rwanda has spent at least ten times more on its military deployment in northern Mozambique than it has received in European support funds, government spokesperson Yolande Makolo said on 13 March,2026. Her remarks come…
Paris, France – 10 th March 2026, Rwandan President Paul Kagame and French President Emmanuel Macron are today leading a high stakes global summit in Paris, signaling a major turning point for nuclear power. For…
Rwanda joined the global community on Sunday in marking International Women's Day under this year's theme, "Give to Gain," emphasizing that investing in women benefits societies, families, and economies alike. At the…
Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame hosted a diplomatic dinner at the Kigali Convention Centre to welcome 20 newly accredited ambassadors and high commissioners, following their presentation of credentials…
The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in the United Arab Emirates has issued an urgent notice to Rwandan nationals in the UAE and Bahrain, urging them to follow safety instructions from local authorities as…
Sixteen ambassadors and high commissioners-designate on Thursday presented copies of their letters of credence to Vincent Biruta , Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in Kigali, marking…
Seven-time Formula One world champion Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton has said that Rwanda is one of the places in Africa where he could imagine living, praising the country’s beauty and culture after visiting the…
A sharp diplomatic confrontation erupted between Washington and Kigali on Monday after the United States imposed sweeping sanctions on Rwanda's national military and four of its most senior commanders, prompting an…
The Rwanda Basketball League (RBL26) Men’s Division 1 opened with a thrilling first round, delivering close contests, high-scoring games, and standout individual performances. Fans witnessed intense matchups, including…
Rwanda and the United Kingdom are set to face off in arbitration next month over the Migration and Economic Development Partnership (MEDP), a bilateral treaty aimed at addressing irregular migration. The first session…
The National Bank of Rwanda has concluded a five month national experiment that could redefine how Rwandans pay, save and transfer money, confirming that a digital version of the franc is technically feasible and…
More than 160 vulnerable asylum seekers have arrived safely in Rwanda after being evacuated from detention centres in Libya, in the latest humanitarian transfer under Africa's Emergency Transit Mechanism. The group,…
Kigali – 24 th Feb 2026 , President Paul Kagame this Tuesday afternoon received Saudi Arabia’s Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji, at Urugwiro Village, where both leaders reaffirmed…
A tragic accident overshadowed the opening stage of Tour du Rwanda on Sunday, 22/02/20026, after a caravan vehicle crash resulted in the deaths of two people and left several others injured, race organizers confirmed.…
President Paul Kagame received global education leaders at Urugwiro Village On February 18, 2026, ahead of the Global Learning Conference 2026, set to open tomorrow at the Kigali Convention Centre. At Urugwiro Village,…
The Rwanda High Commission in London has introduced a new digital initiative aimed at improving access to consular services for Rwandans living in the United Kingdom on Tuesday February 17. In a public announcement…
In a milestone moment for Rwanda–Denmark relations, Denmark formally inaugurated its new embassy in Kigali, cementing a long-anticipated step in expanding diplomatic, economic, and development cooperation between the…
Kigali – 16 th Feb 2026, President Paul Kagame has held strategic talks with senior leaders from the National Basketball Association (NBA), reinforcing Rwanda’s growing role in global basketball development and youth…
From February 13–14, Rwanda’s Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva is in Addis Ababa to represent President Paul Kagame at the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Summit. Held at the AU…
The Rwanda National Police (RNP) SWAT team delivered an impressive performance at the prestigious UAE SWAT Challenge, finishing third in the highly competitive Obstacle Course Challenge category. Competing against 109…