Rwanda
Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:19:17 GMTDR Congo Crisis - Nairobi Peace Talks Get Underway
[New Times] The third round of peace talks between the DR Congo government and multiple armed groups are finally taking place today in Nairobi after being postponed two times.
Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:32:17 GMTCity of Kigali to Restore Drainage to Cope With Floods
[New Times] The City of Kigali is set to rehabilitate two drainages every year to reduce the effects of floods, The New Times has established.
Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:45:16 GMTOver Rwf11 Billion Saved Through Mediation Mechanisms - Judiciary
[New Times] Reports from the judiciary indicate that the monetary value of cases that were successfully resolved through mediation rather than litigation amounted to over Rwf11billlion.
Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:46:38 GMTKalibata Feted By Prince Albert II of Monaco
[New Times] The president of Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Agnes Kalibata has been recognised by Prince Albert II of Monaco for leading efforts towards Africa's food security and prosperity through inclusive and sustainable agricul...
Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:04:10 GMTRwanda, UNESCO to Revive Talks On Heritage Sites
[New Times] Rwanda will soon revive discussions with United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)'s on listing memorial sites of the Genocide against the Tutsi on the World Heritage Sites list, Jean Damascene Bizimana, th...
Sun, 27 Nov 2022 06:11:33 GMTFocus On Climate Change Fight As Congo Celebrates Proclamation
[New Times] In line with the celebration of the 64th anniversary of the Republic of Congo Proclamation, the country joined Rwanda's drive to plant trees with the aim to tackle climate change effects including floods and drought, as well as erosion, o...
Sat, 26 Nov 2022 06:23:54 GMTRwanda Inks Four Major Energy Deals With Eni
[New Times] Rwanda and Eni, an Italian energy company, have signed four cooperation agreements to develop innovative joint initiatives in agriculture, protection of unique forest ecosystems, technology and health.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:06:10 GMTWhy Do Some Rwandans Have Only One Name?
[New Times] For years, the naming culture in Rwanda has consisted of at least two names; a family name and a given name. However, you find a number of people with only one name, defying the common naming rules.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:23:27 GMTKagame in Niger for AU Summit
[New Times] President Paul Kagame on Thursday arrived in Niamey, Niger for the African Union Extraordinary Summit on Industrialization and Economic Diversification, according to the Presidency.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:15:58 GMTCity of Kigali Kicks Off Construction of 70km Roads
[New Times] The City of Kigali has kicked off the construction of 10 roads in different parts of the capital.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:15:15 GMTNCDs Account for 44% Annual Mortality in Rwanda - Minister Mpunga
[New Times] The Minister of State in Charge of Primary Health Care, Dr Tharcisse Mpunga has said that non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 44 per cent of all deaths in Rwanda but a big number of them can be prevented.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:14:11 GMTResearchers Release Books on How Genocide Unfolded in Kigali
[New Times] Local researchers have released three new books on how the Genocide against the Tutsi was prepared and committed in former Prefectures of Kigali (Kigali Ngari), Kibuye and the City of Kigali.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:11:58 GMTTour Du Rwanda 2023 Itineraries Unveiled
[New Times] The cycling governing body has unveiled the itinerary for the forthcoming Tour du Rwanda 2023, with slight changes made on four of their eight stages.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:10:13 GMTAtome Gets Special Stage At Seka Fest
[New Times] Comedian Diogene Ntarindwa is anticipating a reunion with his audience after he was offered a special stage at which he will perform during the opening day of the forthcoming Seka Fest on December 3, at Kigali Convention Centre.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:09:29 GMTMTN, Bk Launch Device Financing Drive for Smartphone Affordability
[New Times] MTN Rwanda, in partnership with Bank of Kigali, has launched a Device Financing Program dubbed 'Macye Macye' to enable customers to purchase smartphones and tablets by paying in installments.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:07:05 GMTAnti-Corruption Campaign to Focus on Graft in Banking Sector
[New Times] The Office of the Ombudsman said that injustice and corruption in financial services has far-reaching effects on the economy and the livelihoods of people, thus effective strategies are needed to tackle it.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:05:21 GMTFirst RwandAir Cargo Plane Arrives
[New Times] National carrier RwandAir has received its first cargo, a 787-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF), Yvonne Makolo, the airline's CEO confirmed to The New Times.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:04:29 GMTNew Portal to Ease Access to Legal Instruments
[New Times] Rwanda Law Reform Commission (RLRC) along with other partners will on Friday, November 25 launch the law web portal dubbed www.amategeko.gov.rw which is expected to make laws and case laws easily accessible to legal practitioners and the ...
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:02:13 GMTRwanda to Mark 16 Days of Activism Against GBV
[New Times] Rwanda will on Friday join the rest of the world to commemorate 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence (GBV).
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:01:10 GMTParent-Child Conversations on Sexual Reproductive Health Rare - Study
[New Times] A new study carried out across seven districts of Rwanda has shown that many youth are reluctant to talk to their parents about sexual and reproductive health.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:59:59 GMTRubavu - Governor Habitegeko Speaks Out on Border Security
[New Times] François Habitegeko, Governor of Western Province, has assured residents that security is well maintained at the borders despite current tensions between Rwanda and DR Congo.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:58:42 GMTKiyovu's Mugenzi Delighted With Brace Against APR
[New Times] Striker Bienvenue Mugenzi is delighted after scoring a brace when SC Kiyovu came from behind to play a two all draw against defending Champions APR on the 10th day of the Rwanda Premier League, on Wednesday, November 23, at Kigali Stadium...
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:55:13 GMTFrom Rwandan Crop to English Cup, the Journey of Rwandan Tea
[New Times] Rwanda's diplomatic missions prioritize economic diplomacy and promote the country's products and boundless investment opportunities.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:54:33 GMTMusanze FC Coach Frank Ouna to Miss Rayon Sports Match
[New Times] Musanze FC's head coach, Frank Ouna, is likely to miss a crucial match as his team hosts Rayon Sports, on November 27, due to an illness that reportedly forced him to return to Kenya for treatment.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:53:57 GMTEastern Province - Task Force Team Deployed to Solve Land Wrangles
[New Times] A team of experts has been deployed in the seven districts of Eastern Province, to assess and solve land disputes.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 05:28:13 GMTTennis - Rwanda Open Returns in December
[New Times] More than 150 players are expected to participate in the forthcoming Rwanda Open 2022 tourney slated for December 12-18 at IPRC-Kigali Ecology Tennis Club.
Thu, 24 Nov 2022 04:34:33 GMTSummit Calls for M23 Withdrawal From Its Positions in Eastern DR Congo
[New Times] The Luanda summit on the security crisis in eastern DR Congo has ordered the FDLR, a terrorist group composed of remnants responsible for the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, to disarm immediately and embark on an "unconditional...
Thu, 24 Nov 2022 08:46:22 GMTRwanda Gets First U.S. Aviation Safety Assessment
[New Times] The Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA) has confirmed that it received an International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Category 1 rating, a move further cementing that it is in compliance with the International Civil Aviation Organi...
Thu, 24 Nov 2022 08:45:27 GMTDR Congo Crisis - Minister Biruta in Luanda for Talks
[New Times] Foreign Affairs minister Vincent Biruta on Wednesday, November 23 attended the mini-summit on the security crisis in eastern DR Congo.
Thu, 24 Nov 2022 08:41:28 GMTRegulator Explains Ban on Steel Bars
[New Times] Substandard steel bars which are said to have a grade of 'upper yield strength below 500MPa (500N/mm2)' will no longer be accepted on the Rwandan market according to Rwanda Inspectorate, Competition, and Consumer Protection Authority (RIC...