Genocide Happened in Public”: Survivor Questions Why Some Still Deny It
During a commemoration event held on May 15, 2026, to honor former employees of IRST, now known as NIRDA, who were killed during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, a survivor identified as Nyirakariza questioned why some people still deny…
Rwanda Tightens Rusizi Border Measures Amid Ebola Concerns
Authorities in Rusizi District have reinforced border control measures as part of efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola following concerns over cases reported in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. According to information released on the use of the…
Rwanda Officials Call for African Solutions to Africa’s Security Challenges
Senior Rwandan officials have called for stronger African cooperation in addressing the continent’s security and development challenges, stressing that African nations must take greater responsibility for their own future. The remarks were made during a high-level discussion focusing on the…
Rwanda Closes Parts of Rubavu Border Over Ebola Fears
Authorities in Rubavu District have tightened border controls with the Democratic Republic of the Congo following growing concerns over a new Ebola outbreak reported in eastern Congo. Currently, only Rwandan citizens returning home and Congolese nationals going back to their…
Senators Warn Industrial Growth Could Slow After Budget Reduction
Members of Senate of Rwanda have warned that cuts in funding for industrial infrastructure could negatively affect Rwanda’s manufacturing sector and long-term economic goals. During a Senate session held on May 14, 2026, lawmakers reviewed the government’s draft budget for…
Woman Arrested After Allegedly Injuring Husband During Bar Fight in Ngoma
A woman has been arrested in Rukumberi Sector after allegedly attacking her husband with a bottle during a fight at a local bar. The incident happened on the night of May 13, 2026, in Maswa Village, Rubona Cell. According to…
Kagame Calls for Stronger Partnership Between Governments and Private Sector in Africa
Paul Kagame has called for closer cooperation between African governments and the private sector to accelerate the continent’s economic transformation. Speaking on Thursday at the Africa CEO Forum 2026 in Kigali, President Kagame said Africa’s private sector is already playing…
Kagame and Mauritania’s President Discuss Security and Economic Cooperation in Kigali
Paul Kagame held talks with Mohamed Ould Ghazouani on regional security issues and matters of mutual interest between Rwanda and Mauritania. The two leaders also discussed broader security challenges affecting different parts of Africa, as well as key international issues…
Journalist Appeals to President Kagame Over Handling of Sexual Assault Case
Rwandan journalist Glory Iribagiza has publicly appealed to Paul Kagame over what she describes as dissatisfaction with the handling of her sexual assault complaint by justice institutions. In a lengthy letter dated May 13, 2026, Iribagiza, who works for The…
Government Responds to Concerns Over Housing for Genocide Survivors
Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement has responded to concerns raised by Members of Parliament regarding the living conditions of genocide survivors still residing in dilapidated houses or without proper shelter. The issue was discussed on May 12 during…