ity of Kigali continues to expand as land prices surge in peripheral areas
Housing prices in Rwanda are rising steadily, making land ownership increasingly difficult, particularly in Kigali. According to the seventh Household Living Conditions Survey (EICV7), 72.4% of Rwandans live in homes they own, 21.3% rent, and 5.6% occupy homes free of charge. In the City of Kigali, the survey shows that 60.6% of households were renting […]
Equity Bank Rwanda trains over 200 Top-performing students in finance and leadership
Equity Bank Rwanda has announced that a total of 246 top-performing high school graduates have been trained in leadership and financial literacy through its flagship Equity Leaders Program (ELP) over the past five years. The most recent cohort, the fifth since the program began in Rwanda, includes 72 students who completed an intensive one-week bootcamp […]
Over 12,000 people visit Nyungwe National Park in six months
Nyungwe National Park, located in southwestern Rwanda and connected to Burundi’s Kibira National Park, has welcomed over 12,000 visitors in the past six months. The park, covering 1,019 km², employs more than 300 residents. Of the visitors, 41% were Rwandans, 5% were residents from other parts of Rwanda, and 49% were international tourists. Among foreign […]
Only 5% of Rwanda’s coffee is consumed locally
The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) has revealed that only 5% of Rwanda’s coffee is consumed domestically, while the vast majority is exported. In a statement on November 7, 2025, NAEB emphasized that the government has put strategies in place to increase local consumption and create jobs for youth along the coffee value chain. […]
Rwandan forces in Mozambique join citizens in special community work
On Friday, the Rwandan Defence Forces operating in Cabo Delgado Province in northern Mozambique took part in a special community work activity alongside residents of Mocímboa da Praia. The initiative, aimed at strengthening cooperation between RDF troops and the local population, focused on cleaning roads, clearing drainage channels, removing waste, and tidying up market areas […]
70-year-old man found dead in suspected suicide in Rusizi
Rusizi, Rwanda – A 70-year-old man, Nteziryimana Alfred, was found dead by hanging in what authorities suspect was a suicide. Neighbors report that family disagreements over his desire to remarry may have contributed to the incident. The tragic discovery occurred on the morning of Friday, November 7, 2025. According to reports received by UMUSEKE, the […]
Rwanda pushes for 50% women representation in local government leadership
Rwanda is working to increase the proportion of women in local government to at least 50%, as the current number remains significantly lower compared to other levels of public administration. This call was made by the Rwanda Association of Local Government Authorities (RALGA) during the launch of the seventh cohort of the Local Government Internship […]
The rising cost of living and youth unemployment challenge Rwanda’s economic progress
Rwanda’s strong economic growth has long been a source of national pride. But now, for many households and young job seekers, rising living costs and persistent unemployment are casting a shadow over that progress. Inflation puts pressure on households Inflation in Rwanda has climbed in recent months, raising the cost of basic goods and services. […]
Burera: Police Arrest Man for Stealing National Flag from School
Police in Burera District, Northern Province, have arrested a young man identified as Nizeyimana Joshua for allegedly stealing the national flag from a local school. The suspect was arrested on November 7, 2025, in Karambo Village, Kagitega Cell, Cyanika Sector in Burera District. According to information obtained by UkweliTimes, the suspect was caught after lowering […]
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 […]
