MKU mass media students gain hands-on experience at Ishingiro radio
On 14th November 2025, students from Mount Kigali University’s Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media and Communication program conducted an educational field visit to Ishingiro Radio in Rwanda’s Northern Province, gaining valuable exposure to professional broadcast journalism. The group of 45 students was led by Festus Irungu, Head of the Mass Media and Communication Department, […]
MKU’s students produced film ‘Forgotten Frame’ shines with multiple ISFF 2025 nominations
A student-produced film from Mount Kigali University has emerged as a standout nominee at the International Student Film Festival (ISFF) 2025. Created by students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media and Communication, the film reflects a new wave of Rwandan cinematic creativity. The production team, known as the Synenatic Syndicate, crafted a deeply […]
Rubanguka retires from professional football
Steve Rubanguka, formerly playing for Al-Najoom Club in Saudi Arabia’s Second Division, announced via social media that he has retired from professional football. The 29-year-old, who spent 11 years as a professional player, said his decision was not due to any negative reason but because he wants to pursue new opportunities. “I have decided to […]
Renowned Rwandan music star Kitoko Bibarwa makes emotional return home after years abroad
After 12 years in the United Kingdom for studies and work, Kitoko has returned to Rwanda permanently, arriving at Kigali International Airport in Kanombe on the morning of November 9, 2025. Overwhelmed with emotion, Kitoko shed tears of joy upon arrival. “Please bear with me, I won’t say much because of my emotions. I’m so […]
Rwandan author Judence Kayitesi launches ‘Letters to Forever,’ Championing love as a path to healing
Rwandan author Judence Kayitesi engaged readers in Kigali on November 6, 2025, during a special event organized by Akitabu Bookstore titled “Meet the Guest Author of November.” The event featured the unveiling of her latest book, Letters to Forever, alongside discussions highlighting themes of healing, resilience, and enduring love. Known for her deeply personal narratives […]
Police to open new vehicle inspection center in Ndera
The Rwanda National Police (RNP) is set to open a modern vehicle inspection center in Ndera as part of efforts to enhance road safety and reduce air pollution. According to the RNP Spokesperson’s Office, starting November 15, 2025, a new state-of-the-art inspection facility located in Ndera Sector, Gasabo District, will begin operations. The center is […]
Huye: More than 300 people with visual impairments receive white canes
In Huye District’s Tumba Sector, Rwanda joined the rest of the world on Friday, November 7, 2025, to celebrate International White Cane Day at the national level, where more than 300 visually impaired people were provided with white canes, an essential tool that helps them navigate daily life independently. The event brought together visually impaired […]
Journalism students equipped to tackle misinformation with AI tools
On August 12, 2025, journalism students from Mount Kigali University (MKU) and the East African University of Rwanda (EAUR) participated in a one-day training session on Fact-Checking and Journalism AI Tools. The workshop was organized under the Rwanda Media Programme (RMP) in partnership with Fojo Media Institute. The training was facilitated by Swedish journalist and […]
WhatsApp introduces new privacy feature to strengthen message protection
As worries about digital privacy reach unprecedented heights, WhatsApp is making a notable advance. The messaging giant owned by Meta has revealed plans to launch “Advanced Chat Privacy,” a robust new tool aimed at providing users with enhanced control over the security of their conversations. As of early 2025, over 2.8 billion people use WhatsApp […]
First lady Jeannette Kagame urges youth to protect Rwanda’s unity at Igihango Cy’Urungano
First Lady Jeannette Kagame has called on young Rwandans to rise as guardians of unity and truth, urging them to remember the past and shape the future during the Igihango Cy’Urungano forum held at the Intare Conference Arena. “Dear children, you did not choose our history, but you were born into Rwanda, and Rwanda is […]
