Rwanda

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:02:30 GMT
Human Rights Not Top Priority in Rwanda, but Hopes Remain
[DW] Rwanda's development after the 1994 genocide may spell success to many outside observers. But its human rights record leaves much to be desired. What prospects for change does President Kagame's reelection hold?

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:03:06 GMT
Rwanda - a New Safe Haven for Ghanaian Footballers?
[New Times] Ghanaian players previously fancied European clubs due to the track records of the likes of Abedi Pele, Michael Essien, Anthony Yeboah, Sammy Kuffour and Sulley Muntari among others but now the trend and dynamics has changed as a host of ...

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:02:43 GMT
Rwanda's Mukandanga, Manizabayo to Carry the Flag At Paris 2024 Olympics Opening
[New Times] Long distance runner Clementine Mukandanga and cyclist Eric Manizabayo have been named flagbearers of Team Rwanda at the glamourous opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games which officially kick off in Paris, France, on Friday, July 26 ...

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:56:21 GMT
Environment Ministry's Permanent Secretary Under Investigation
[New Times] The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Environment, Patrick Karera, is under criminal investigation by Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), national broadcaster RBA reported on Thursday, July 25.

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:33:13 GMT
Transfer Updates - Kiyovu Striker Leku Agrees Terms With Kenya Police
[New Times] Striker Alfred Leku has agreed terms over a move to Kenya Police FC, Times Sport has learnt.

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:32:00 GMT
New City of Kigali Executive Team to Be Elected On August 16
[New Times] Elections of the new City of Kigali executive committee members will be held on August 16, according to the National Electoral Commission (NEC).

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:29:58 GMT
Rwanda, Rio Tinto Enter Partnership to Promote Mining Exploration Activities
[New Times] Rwanda has said that it has formalised a "strategic partnership" with Rio Tinto Minerals Development Limited that will focus on the early stages of the exploration and mining of lithium and other associated mineral deposits in the country...

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 14:36:15 GMT
Final Results Confirm Paul Kagame's Landslide Victory in Rwanda's Presidential Election
[RFI] Rwandan President Paul Kagame's crushing election victory has been confirmed in final results, although his ruling party saw its representation in parliament reduced.

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:53:56 GMT
Kagame Says Rwanda Built On Unity, Won't Take Peace, Security for Granted
[New Times] President -- elect Paul Kagame, the Chairman of RPF-Inkotanyi, on July 21 stressed that Rwanda has been built by the unity of its people after the bad history that destroyed it, and is now a reliable friend to other countries.

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:27:29 GMT
The West Is Turning a Blind Eye to a Rogue, Illegal Rwanda
[Daily Maverick] As the impact of this illiberal autocracy extends beyond Rwanda's borders, its president knows he is a vital African chess piece in the global geopolitical circus.

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:47:13 GMT
K-Pop Comes to Kigali - Korean Embassy Blends Music, History in Exciting New Programme
[New Times] Around 90 individuals in Rwanda experienced what it takes to become a K-pop idol during a training class led by a renowned instructor from Seoul.

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:44:50 GMT
Cecafa Kagame Cup - Niyigena Named Player of the Tournament
[New Times] APR FC defender Clement Niyigena was named best player of CECAFA Dar Port Kagame Cup 2024 which concluded in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on Sunday, July 21.

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:24:01 GMT
What's On the President's Plate As He Embarks On a New Term?
[New Times] At age 66, a 'young man' relatively speaking, President Paul Kagame stands on the precipice of a new five-year term.

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:24:13 GMT
Senegal's Majnun, Local Musicians Thrill Kigalians
[New Times] Senegal's Multi -- instrumentalist and singer Majnun's performance lived up to the hype when he and headlined a live concert at the Kigali Cultural and Exhibition Village.

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 08:20:08 GMT
Who Is Vanessa Umuhoza, the New Female Youth MP
[New Times] One of the two youth representatives elected on Tuesday, July 16, is Vanessa Umuhoza Gashumba, a 28-year-old leader who once aspired to be a medical doctor in the army.

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:55:51 GMT
Is the World Finally Growing Weary of Kagame's Excesses?
[ISS] After another landslide election victory, there are signs that the international community is growing impatient with Rwanda's president.

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:28:42 GMT
Striker Abeddy Biramahire Signs for New Mozambican Club
[New Times] Rwandan striker Abeddy Biramahire has sealed a two-year deal with Mozambican top division side Clube Ferroviário de Nampula, switching from UD Songo, a club in the same country.

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:27:46 GMT
Rwandan Envoy Presents Credentials to UN Industrial Development Agency Boss
[New Times] Rwanda's ambassador to Switzerland James Ngango on Thursday, July 18, presented his letters of credence to the Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) Gerd Müller.

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 11:39:52 GMT
How Will Political Parties Share Seats in Rwanda's Lower House of Parliament?
[New Times] After announcing the provisional results of the July 14-16 parliamentary elections, the National Electoral Commission (NEC) also shed light on how the seats in the Chamber of Deputies, the lower house of Rwanda's bicameral parliament, wil...

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 08:14:26 GMT
Romeo Rapstar's 'Umuzungu W'igikara' LP Defies Trends With Individuality
[New Times] Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with Romeo Rapstar during the inaugural "I Am Hip Hop" festival, organized by his label, Green Ferry Music. The festival's mission, the rapper said, was to "put funds in the pockets of rappers."

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:44:05 GMT
Kagame Opponents and Critics Say Elections in Rwanda Neither Free Nor Fair
[VOA] Kigali -- Paul Kagame's win in Rwanda's presidential election this week was widely expected, although critics say the vote was neither free nor fair.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:29:53 GMT
Election Observers - Rwanda Had Peaceful, Diligently Managed Polls
[New Times] International election observers have, in a joint statement, commended Rwanda for a "peaceful electoral environment" and diligent management as millions of Rwandans took part in the July 14-16 general elections.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:39:35 GMT
Who Is Likely to Represent Political Parties in Parliament?
[New Times] Political parties contribute 53 members of parliament out of the 80 seats available in Rwanda's lower house.

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 08:15:49 GMT
A Vision of Hope - Celebrating President Kagame and Rwanda's Transformation
[New Times] Over the past 30 years, Rwanda has become a beacon of progress and unity under the visionary leadership of President Paul Kagame and RPF Inkotanyi as the engine of the government.

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 08:00:57 GMT
Verified - the Trump Video On Kagame's Election Win Is Fake
[New Times] Following the announcement of Paul Kagame's win in the presidential elections on Monday, July 15, a video has been circulating, with Former US President Donald Trump purportedly congratulating the Rwandan leader for the landslide victory.

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:37:19 GMT
Rice Mills Struggle to Buy Farmers' Produce Amid 'Cheap Imports'
[New Times] Rice mills have thousands of tonnes of unsold rice stocks, and they are struggling to buy produce from farmers as a result of what they call an influx of relatively cheap imported rice on the local market, The New Times has learnt.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:29:16 GMT
Meet Athletes Representing Rwanda At Paris 2024 Games
[New Times] Rwandan athletes are in France, since July 6, gearing up for the highly-anticipated Paris 2024 Olympic Games, scheduled for July 26 to August 11.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:45:29 GMT
Is Kevin Kade Dating Tanzanian Top Model Jasinta Makwabe?
[New Times] There is something going on between musician Kevin Kade and Tanzanian actress and model Jasinta Makwabe. It may be showbiz, music or, believe it or not, a love affair.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:39:36 GMT
Youth Must Actively Take Interest in Governance
[New Times] After partial results that point to a potential landslide victory for incumbent President Paul Kagame who run on an RPF-Inkotanyi ticket, one cannot but commend the enthusiasm and participation of first-time voters in rallies and after in...

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:39:35 GMT
RPF-Led Coalition Wins 62% Votes in Parliamentary Polls
[New Times] The RPF-Inkotanyi-led coalition has secured majority votes in the Monday, July 15 parliamentary general elections, according to partial results announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) early on Wednesday.

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