Musanze residents decry outdated sector office facilities in Shingiro
Residents of Shingiro Sector in Musanze District have voiced their frustration over the poor working conditions at their sector office, saying the current facilities are too small, outdated, and no longer meet the standards of modern public service delivery. Despite Musanze’s remarkable progress in development, citizens say they are still receiving services in a space […]
Government steps in to address problems facing Spiro electric motorcycles
The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM) has announced that it has received complaints from users of Spiro electric motorcycles and confirmed that the government is taking steps to find lasting solutions. According to MINICOM, the matter is being handled in collaboration with the Rwanda Inspectorate, Competition and Consumer Protection Authority (RICA), the Rwanda Standards […]
Musanze farmers alarmed by rising livestock thefts
Farmers in various sectors of Musanze District are expressing growing concern over a new wave of livestock theft, where thieves no longer steal animals to sell them alive but instead slaughter them inside homes and sell the meat secretly to butchers or eateries during the early morning hours. Residents say this new tactic has left […]
Minister Dr. Biruta delivers president Kagame’s message to Angola’s João Lourenço
Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Vincent Biruta, delivered a special message from President Paul Kagame to Angolan President João Lourenço, conveying Rwanda’s congratulations as Angola marked the 50th anniversary of its independence. The message was presented on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, during the official independence celebration held at Praça da República in Luanda, Angola’s […]
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, […]
