MTN Rwanda strengthens lead with 64% market share
MTN Rwanda has solidified its position as the country’s leading telecom operator, now holding approximately 64% of all active mobile subscriptions, according to the latest figures from the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA). The total number of active mobile subscriptions in Rwanda stands at around 13.29 million, with MTN Rwanda’s subscriber base growing from 7.6 […]
Rwanda–Tanzania trade declines amid shift in regional supply chains
Trade between Rwanda and Tanzania has dropped sharply, signaling a significant shift in regional supply chains. According to the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR), Rwanda’s imports from Tanzania fell to US $52.91 million in September 2025, down from US $92.64 million in September 2024, a decline of approximately 42.9 percent. Tanzania has now fallen to […]
Ncuti Gatwa to star Alongside ‘Wicked’ actress Cynthia Erivo in new animated film
Rwandan-born British actor Ncuti Gatwa has been cast in Bad Fairies, a new animated feature currently in production by Warner Bros. Animation and Locksmith Animation. Gatwa will voice one of the film’s characters, although details about his role have not yet been disclosed. He joins actress Cynthia Erivo, widely known for her performance in Wicked, […]
Kigali city concerned about rising child sexual abuse cases
The City of Kigali has expressed deep concern over the increasing number of reported cases involving sexual abuse against children, noting that most of these complaints are valid. Authorities also warned that many cases go unreported, partly due to parents who fail to properly monitor and protect their children. City spokesperson Nitenganya Emma Claudine stated […]
New veterinarians urged to speed up service delivery
The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, in partnership with the Rwanda Veterinary Council, has called on newly registered veterinary professionals to accelerate service delivery through the government-led initiative known as the “Veterinary Sanitary Mandate,” which aims to improve collaboration between livestock farmers and private veterinary practitioners. This call was made during a ceremony held […]
Drought challenges farmers in Eastern Province (Nyagatare)
In Nyagatare District, prolonged dry seasons are making life harder for small-scale farmers. The once fertile lands are now experiencing unpredictable rainfall, threatening maize and bean production. “Last year, we harvested only half of what we expected,” says farmer Alphonsine Mukamana. To adapt, the community has started using rainwater harvesting tanks and drought-resistant crops like […]
Amb. Gashumba thanks Element for “bringing warmth” to Rwandans during Sweden winter show
Rwanda’s Ambassador to Sweden, Diane Gashumba, has expressed heartfelt appreciation to Rwandan artist Element EleéeH (Byibuza) for his performance in Stockholm, saying he brought a sense of home to the Rwandan community during the cold European winter. Speaking at the event, Amb. Gashumba praised the artist for representing Rwanda with excellence. “Element, a Rwandan who […]
Britam adopts smart technology to strengthen Rwanda’s tree-planting programs
Researchers and technology experts in Rwanda have developed a digital platform to monitor trees from planting through maturity, helping track their health and detect potential risks early. Studies show that trees planted through agroforestry programs in Rwanda have an average survival rate of 64%, while in some areas, fewer than 30% reach maturity due to […]
Rwanda Coding Academy to represent the nation in African competition
Rwanda Coding Academy, a secondary school specializing in technology, has won the right to represent Rwanda in the ‘Junior Achievement Africa Company of the Year’ competition, set to take place in Nigeria. The annual competition is organized by Junior Achievement Rwanda, an organization that teaches young students and youth under 25 entrepreneurship skills, work readiness, […]
Ngoma tops rankings in Rwandans’ cohesion; Ruhango ranks lowest
Ngoma District has emerged as the leading district in Rwanda in terms of social cohesion, while Ruhango District ranked last, according to a study released by the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE) for the year 2025. The findings, made public on November 9, 2025, indicate that overall cohesion in Rwanda averages 90.8% […]