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Ugandan boda boda rider shot dead during community cleaning exercise
A 38-year-old Ugandan boda boda rider was shot dead during a community cleaning exercise in Ndejje Kanaaba, Makindye-Ssabagabo, after he was allegedly suspected of violating…
Netanyahu’s son returns to Israel amid reported serious security threat
Yair Netanyahu, the son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has returned to Israel from the United States after Israeli intelligence authorities reportedly identified a…
UEFA pushes to challenge Infantino’s FIFA leadership despite dropping boycott plan
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is continuing efforts to challenge Gianni Infantino’s leadership of FIFA, despite backing away from a plan to boycott…
Rwanda Unveils Rwf85bn Masaka Hospital Expansion as CHUK Prepares to Move
The Government of Rwanda has officially received the expanded Masaka Hospital from the Embassy of China in Rwanda, following a four-year expansion project that cost…
Rwanda strengthens preparedness as El Niño raises flood and landslide concerns
Rwanda has stepped up efforts to strengthen its preparedness for disasters that could be linked to El Niño, including floods and landslides, as forecasts point…
Technology
Ugandan boda boda rider shot dead during community cleaning exercise
A 38-year-old Ugandan boda boda rider was shot dead during a community cleaning exercise in Ndejje Kanaaba, Makindye-Ssabagabo, after he was allegedly suspected of violating…
Netanyahu’s son returns to Israel amid reported serious security threat
Yair Netanyahu, the son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has returned to Israel from the United States after Israeli intelligence authorities reportedly identified a…
UEFA pushes to challenge Infantino’s FIFA leadership despite dropping boycott plan
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is continuing efforts to challenge Gianni Infantino’s leadership of FIFA, despite backing away from a plan to boycott…
Rwanda Unveils Rwf85bn Masaka Hospital Expansion as CHUK Prepares to Move
The Government of Rwanda has officially received the expanded Masaka Hospital from the Embassy of China in Rwanda, following a four-year expansion project that cost…
Business
Rwanda urged to strengthen women and youth participation in AfCFTA trade
Rwanda’s women, youth and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to take a more active role in implementing the African Continental Free Trade…
Made in Rwanda Products Shine at 29th Rwanda International Trade Fair
KIGALI – Locally manufactured products are taking center stage at the ongoing 29th Rwanda International Trade Fair (Expo 2026), with Rwandan companies using the exhibition…
US, DR Congo Suspend Minerals Partnership Talks as Ebola Outbreak Worsens
The United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have suspended discussions on their strategic partnership in mining, trade, and mineral processing as…
AfroChampions and African School of Governance Launch the Sankoree Institute of Global Negotiators (SIGN) to Professionalise Sovereign Dealmaking Across Africa under the direction of Accra Reset
A first-of-its-kind credentialling programme, endorsed by four Heads of State and anchored in Kigali, will train a new generation of negotiators to secure better outcomes…
Sports News
UEFA pushes to challenge Infantino’s FIFA leadership despite dropping boycott plan
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is continuing efforts to challenge Gianni Infantino’s leadership of FIFA, despite backing away from a plan to boycott…
Ramazani Tshimanga demands unpaid June salary from Rayon Sports
Former Rayon Sports defender Ramazani Tshimanga Tshilembi has demanded payment of his outstanding salary for June 2026, amounting to $1,200 (about Rwf1.77 million), which he…
Paul Pogba parts ways with AS Monaco after one year
French midfielder Paul Pogba has left AS Monaco after just one year at the club, with both sides agreeing to terminate his contract by mutual…
Rayon Sports extends winning run with 3-0 victory over Mathare United
Rayon Sports continued their impressive run after winning the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, defeating Kenyan side Mathare United 3-0 in a friendly match played at…
Amahoro Stadium Set for RWF 90.7 Billion Upgrade to Boost Sports and Entertainment
Rwanda’s Amahoro Stadium is set for another major upgrade, with RWF 90.7 billion earmarked for improvements in the 2026/27 financial year, just two years after…
Messi Questions His Future in Football After Father’s Death
ROSARIO, Argentina — Lionel Messi has expressed deep uncertainty about his future in football following the death of his father and long-time adviser, Jorge Messi,…
Featured News
Agroecology key to strengthening Rwanda’s climate resilience – RCCDN
KIGALI — Rwanda Climate Change and Development Network (RCCDN) has called for greater integration of agroecology into the country’s agricultural and climate policies, saying the…
Codible Group Expands into Cybersecurity to Strengthen Rwanda’s Digital Future
As Rwanda continues to embrace digital transformation across public and private sectors, the demand for robust cybersecurity solutions has never been greater. Recognizing this growing…
Vision 2050: How Rwanda Plans to Become a High-Income Nation
When Habyarimana Joseph, an elderly resident from Gikundamvura in Rusizi District, attended the National Dialogue Council (Umushyikirano) for the first time, he was overwhelmed by…
Turning Field Evidence into Agroecology Advocacy for Climate Resilience
During a four-day agroecology capacity-building training in Musanze District, a field trip was conducted as part of giving participants an opportunity to witness firsthand how…
Rwanda Stakeholders Gather for Agroecology Training to Strengthen Sustainable Food Systems for Climate Resilience
Stakeholders from civil society organizations, academia, public institution and community groups gathered for agroecology capacity-strengthening workshop aimed at promoting resilient and sustainable food systems in…
Politics
Netanyahu’s son returns to Israel amid reported serious security threat
Yair Netanyahu, the son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has returned to Israel from the United States after Israeli intelligence authorities reportedly identified a…
Kagame receives outgoing World Bank Country Manager Sahr Kpundeh
President Paul Kagame on Thursday, August 27, 2026, received Sahr Kpundeh, who has completed his tenure as the World Bank’s Country Manager in Rwanda, with…
Uganda’s Muhoozi says Museveni pardons former Speaker Anita Among
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has announced that President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pardoned Anita Annet Among, the former Speaker of Uganda’s…
Besigye returns to prison
Ugandan opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye has been returned to his cell at Luzira Prison after leaving the prison hospital, according to his wife, Winnie…
Uhuru Kenyatta denies backing Ruto’s political opponents
Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has denied allegations that he is financing or supporting opposition politicians against President William Ruto, following claims by the government…