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 […]
Pope Francis dies at 88: Vatican initiates sacred transition process
The global Catholic community is mourning the death of Pope Francis, who passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. The first Jesuit pope and the first from Latin America, Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, has served as the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church since his […]
Kilimobenecyo Alphonse, the creative force behind Rwanda’s national symbols, dies at 66
Kilimobenecyo Alphonse, a brilliant visual artist whose designs became central to Rwanda’s national identity, has passed away at the age of 66. Widely recognised for crafting the country’s flag, coat of arms, and key elements of its currency, Kilimobenecyo died in the early hours of Saturday, April 19, 2025. His death was confirmed by IGIHE, […]
Spiritual, fun, and family-ready: Movies to brighten your Easter weekend
Easter is not only a sacred time of remembrance for Christians, but also a moment for families and communities to gather, rest, and reflect. Celebrated to honour the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Easter is one of the most important religious holidays in the Christian calendar. In Rwanda, the government supports this spiritual season by granting […]
Rwanda’s poverty rates decline, but disparities persist between richest and poorest districts
According to the latest findings from the 7th Integrated Household Living Conditions Survey (EICV7), Rwanda has made significant strides in reducing poverty. The national poverty rate dropped from 39.8% in 2017 to 27.4% in 2024, while extreme poverty fell sharply from 11.3% to 5.4% over the same period. However, the data reveals stark contrasts between […]
MKU Lecturer: Women Must Believe in Themselves to Succeed in STEM
Women pursuing careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) face significant challenges, ranging from societal stereotypes to limited encouragement. Jocelyne Uwambajimana, a 13-year professional experience nursing lecturer at Mount Kigali University (MKU), believes women are the key to overcoming these barriers. “Women must believe in themselves and understand that they can achieve success independently,” […]
Learning from pain, leading with peace: MKU’s international students reflect on Kwibuka 31
Starting on 7th April, the world joined Rwanda in commemorating the 31st anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. This solemn occasion serves not only to honour the memory of over a million victims but also to inspire a global commitment to stand firmly against any form of genocidal ideology that could lead to […]
RIB attributes rise in genocide ideology cases to ongoing crisis in Eastern DR Congo
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has raised concern over a significant increase in cases related to genocide ideology, with its spokesperson, Dr. Thierry Murangira, pointing to the ongoing crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the activities of genocidal militia groups as key contributors to this alarming trend. Speaking during the 2025 […]
Minister of Youth and Arts Urges “Our Past” Initiative to Expand Outreach Beyond Kigali
During the 14th edition of the Our Past initiative, held on Wednesday evening, April 9, 2025, at the Nyanza Genocide Memorial in Kicukiro District, the Minister of Youth and Arts, Dr. Abdallah Utumatwishima, called on the organizers to extend their efforts to young people beyond Kigali, particularly in areas where genocide ideology is reportedly still present. Over […]
Col. Kayigamba appointed to head RIB
President Paul Kagame chaired a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 26th March 2025, at Village Urugwiro, where new officials were appointed to head different institutions. Among them is Col. Pacifique Kayigamba Kabanda, appointed as the Secretary General of the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB). The former chief military prosecutor replaced Jeannot Ruhunga. Jeanne Umuhire becomes Deputy Director […]
