Kigali, Rwanda- RwandAir has cautioned passengers about potential schedule changes at Kigali International Airport after heavy fog reduced visibility around the airfield. The national carrier shared the advisory on its official social media platforms, emphasizing that operational safety guides every decision taken during such conditions. In its statement, the airline noted: “Due to low visibility […]
AU Executive Council calls for reform and regional stability
The 48th ordinary session of the Executive Council of the African Union (AU) opened in Addis Ababa with a call for Africa to strengthen its unity, secure sustainable water systems, and build an economic model driven from within if it is to withstand global turbulence and deliver on Agenda 2063. Ministers of Foreign Affairs from […]
Arsenal hold firm as City close gap After Anfield win
Kigali, Rwanda – The Premier League title race tightened over the weekend as Arsenal maintained their momentum at the summit, while Manchester City delivered a major statement with a comeback victory at Anfield during Match day 25. Arsenal underlined their championship credentials with a commanding 3–0 win over Sunderland, extending their strong run of form […]
Rwanda’s digital ID drive enters Kigali, enrolment nears 1.5M
Kigali, Rwanda – Rwanda’s transition to a biometric digital identification system has reached a pivotal moment, with enrolment figures nearing 1.5 million and registration activities officially extending to the City of Kigali. The nationwide exercise, led by the National Identification Agency (NIDA), reaffirms the country’s steady shift toward a secure, efficient and inclusive digital identity […]
How IremboGov made Rwanda a global digital champion
Kigali, Rwanda – Rwanda’s steady investment in digital transformation has earned the country one of the highest global honours in public-sector innovation that transitions into efficient, accessible and citizen-centred government services. On February 4, 2026, Rwanda was recognized at the GovTech Prize 2026, announced during the World Government Summit (WGS) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The […]
Trump offers to meditate Ethiopia-Egypt dam dispute
Kigali, Uganda – U.S. President Donald Trump pledged on Wednesday to revive stalled negotiations over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), calling the dispute “very dangerous.” Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Switzeland, 2026, after a bilateral meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Trump expressed confidence that Washington could broker a lasting agreement […]
Shinzo Abe’s assassin sentenced to life in prison
Kigali, Rwanda – A Japanese court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life in prison for the 2022 assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe, a killing that shocked Japan, a country where gun violence is rare. Yamagami, 45, pleaded guilty to shooting Abe with a homemade gun during a campaign speech in the city of […]
Brahim Díaz apologizes after AFCON final penalty miss
Kigali, Rwanda – Moroccan international Brahim Díaz has issued a heartfelt public apology after missing a decisive penalty in the AFCON final between Morroco and Senegal, taking full responsibility for the moment and expressing deep regret to fans. In a message shared on social media, the Real Madrid midfielder said the miss left him emotionally […]
47 junior security officers Graduate at National Police College
Kigali, Rwanda – A total of 47 junior officers from Rwanda’s security and law-enforcement agencies have completed a five-month leadership and conflict management course at the National Police College (NPC) in Musanze district. The officers graduated on January 16, 2026, after completing the 13th intake of the Police Junior Command and Staff Course (PJCSC). The […]
Sharp increase in Malaria cases reported in Rwanda at the end of 2025
Kigali, Rwanda – Between September and November 2025, Rwanda recorded a significant surge in malaria infections, with 442,678 cases reported, according to statistics from the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC). It has been reported that the increase was largely due to the rainy season, which created ideal breeding conditions for mosquitos. Specifically, 114,804 cases were recorded […]