Kigali, Rwanda – As a new year begins, many people are reflecting on personal goals and lifestyle changes they hope will shape a better future. Environmental responsibility is increasingly part of this reflection, not as an abstract idea, but as a daily obligation. Climate change, pollution, and environmental degradation are no longer distant threats. They […]
Rwanda fast-tracks land surveys as new tax rates bite
Kigali, Rwanda – Rwanda is accelerating a new phase of land reforms as authorities move to modernize land administration systems, ease service bottlenecks, and align land taxation with fast-changing urban realities. Recent interventions by the National Land Authority (NLA) and the City of Kigali signal a coordinated effort to improve transparency, restore public confidence, and […]
Château le Marara reopens under new management
Kigali Rwanda – The iconic Château le Marara hotel, situated on the shores of Lake Kivu, has officially reopened under new management, according to Karongi district officials. This follows several months of closure, enacted by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) on July 22, 2025, after determining it lacked the legally required license for tourism and […]
How 2025 defined Rwanda’s climate, nature and sustainable growth
Kigali, Rwanda – In 2025, Rwanda’s environment, climate, and natural resources sector recorded a decisive year of progress that reinforced the country’s reputation as a regional and global leader in sustainability. Through policy reforms, strengthened institutions, international partnerships, and visible on-the-ground action, Rwanda translated long-standing environmental ambition into concrete results. The year demonstrated a deliberate […]
Spiro introduces digital safety tutorials
As Rwanda’s electric mobility sector continues to scale, Spiro motorbike company has rolled out new digital tutorial systems across its operational centres, reinforcing correct bike usage and safety practices. Speaking during a press briefing, at Spiro’s assembling plant in the Kigali Special Economic Zone, Country Director Arunkumar Bhandari said the initiative marks a shift from […]
Kigali Sim: New modeling tool helping UN to achieve environmental goals
Kigali, Rwanda – The United Nations has introduced a new open-source modeling tool designed to significantly strengthen how countries plan and implement environmental policies under the Montreal Protocol. Known as Kigali Sim, the platform gives policymakers advanced analytical capacity to assess greenhouse gas trends, test policy options, and make faster, evidence-based decisions aimed at reducing […]
Yoruba cultural community in Rwanda: A celebration of heritage and unity
Kigali, Rwanda- Members of the Nigerian community living in Rwanda on Saturday evening gathered to formally launch the Yoruba cultural community, marking a significant moment of cultural affirmation, unity and shared identity within the diaspora. The event brought together elders, professionals, families and young people in a vibrant celebration that reflected both the richness of […]
Uganda ready to face DRC at EACJ
Uganda says it is ready to defend itself before the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) following a petition filed by Congolese civil society groups and fishermen alleging environmental harm linked to oil and gas developments in the Albertine Graben. The case, lodged in Arusha, places renewed regional attention on the management of shared freshwater […]
Rwanda to revamp biogas scheme amid widespread breakdowns
Rwanda’s Minister of Infrastructure, Dr. Jimmy Gasore, has announced major reforms to the national biogas program to support the country’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable cooking energy. Speaking to members of the Senate this week, Gasore said the redesign aims to reduce reliance on firewood and charcoal, which remain the primary cooking fuels in […]
How animal tracking is strengthening conservation across Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park has undergone a major conservation shift in the past decade, and one of the most transformative tools driving this change is wildlife tracking. From real-time location updates to systematic field identification, tracking has improved how park authorities monitor species, protect habitats, and plan long-term management. Tracking as a conservation tool became especially […]