Tania Ineza: Cooking, a passion that brings people together
Tania Ineza Horline, 22, a Software Engineering student at AUCA University in Kigali, Rwanda, sees cooking not just as a hobby but as a true passion that connects people and spreads joy. For Tania, cooking is a gift she cherishes, a skill she has nurtured since childhood. Guided initially by her mother’s gentle instruction, she […]
Rainy days in Kigali: When moto fares double
For many residents of Kigali, the arrival of rain means more than wet clothes and muddy streets; it often means higher transport costs. On rainy days, motorcycle taxi (moto) fares can double or even triple, turning a simple commute into a stressful and expensive ordeal. “When it rains, some motor riders charge double or even […]
How Gabonese student overcomes language barriers to thrive at the university
Every year, thousands of African students cross borders in search of quality education, new opportunities, and broader horizons. Yet for many, the biggest challenge isn’t adapting to a new culture; it’s understanding the language of instruction. This is the reality of Madou Laure, a 27-year-old Gabonese student pursuing a degree in Business Administration at East […]
REG warns 13-hour power outage in three districts
The Rwanda Energy Group (REG) has announced a planned power outage in the districts of Gicumbi, Nyagatare, and Gatsibo, which will last from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a four-hour outage in parts of Kigali, aimed at expanding electricity networks. In a statement released on November 11, 2025, REG explained that the outage is […]
Ngororero: Woman gives birth inside ‘Coaster’ bus
A 22-year-old woman traveling from Muhanga to Rubavu unexpectedly gave birth inside a passenger Coaster bus. The incident occurred on Monday, November 10, 2025, when the woman went into labor while passing through Kazabe Sector in Ngororero District. According to information obtained by IGIHE, the mother-to-be had left Nyamagabe after marriage and was heading to […]
‘Teacher’ Clement, driving instructor, dies after jumping in Muhazi Lake
The Rwanda National Police announced that Iraguha Clement, widely known for teaching people how to drive via social media, died after jumping into Muhazi Lake. Rwanda National Police spokesperson in Kigali City, CIP Wellars Gahonzire, told IGIHE that news of ‘Teacher Clement’s’ death emerged in the evening hours of November 10, 2025. CIP Gahonzire explained, […]
Rulindo: Concern over children dropping out to work in mining
Residents of Rulindo District have raised concerns over children skipping school to work in gemstone mining. Parents from Cyinzuzi Sector told TV1 that their children leave school thinking that the money they earn from mining will make them rich. However, they warned that in the future, these children will need formal education and skills to […]
Southern Province recorded 53 deaths in three months due to road accidents
The Rwanda National Police has reported that 65 road accidents occurred in the Southern Province over the past three months, claiming the lives of 53 people. Kamonyi District accounted for the highest number of accidents and fatalities during this period. The figures were shared during the launch of the “Turindane Tugereyo Amahoro” (Protect Each Other, […]
Over 300 returnees from DRC begin unity and reconciliation sessions
More than 300 Rwandans who had been living temporarily in Nyarushishi camp in Rusizi District, having recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), have begun participating in discussions on national unity and reconciliation. The sessions, organized jointly by the Ministry of Emergency Management (MINEMA) and the Ministry of Local Government (MINUBUMWE), aim to […]
Muhanga: Over 30 multi-Story buildings constructed in five years
The administration of Muhanga District has announced that in the past five years, 31 multi-story buildings have been constructed in Muhanga City, with plans to build more than 10 additional structures in the 2025/2026 fiscal year. Muhanga City is one of six satellite cities supporting Kigali and is considered centrally located, accessible from Kigali, Huye, […]
