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 […]
MKU Journalism students masters investigative reporting techniques
A four-day investigative Journalism Training Workshop has concluded today,27th March 2025, at Mount Kigali University Campus, conducted by Fojo Media Institute through its Rwanda Media Programme. Steve Buist, a veteran Canadian journalist, training students on the practical part of coming up with a news story Throughout the training sessions, students were able to delve into […]
Mount Kigali University Launches School of Law: A New Era in Legal Education
Mount Kigali University (MKU) has taken a significant step in advancing legal education in Rwanda with the establishment of its School of Law at the Kigali campus. Law students en route to Kenya for an academic trip This initiative reflects the university’s commitment to modernizing legal training and equipping students with the skills needed in […]
Valentine’s Day: A Shared Expression of Love?
February, often dubbed the ‘month of love,’ is synonymous with Valentine’s Day, celebrated on the 14th as an occasion for expressing affection and appreciation. Traditionally, men have been perceived as the primary initiators of romantic gestures—planning dates, buying gifts, and demonstrating love in various ways. However, discussions around gender roles in relationships continue to evolve, […]
International Students urged to be Student Visa Compliance
Rwanda Immigration officials have urged international students to strictly follow visa regulations and remain vigilant about security. Speaking at a meeting held at Mount Kigali University, officials reminded students to renew their student visas on time and warned that those who fail to do so are staying in the country illegally, which could lead to […]
