Protais Mitali, a prominent figure in Rwanda’s political and diplomatic circles, has died in Belgium at the age of 62. He passed away on Friday after a prolonged illness, ending a decade-long stay in the European country where he had lived since 2015. Born in 1963 in the former Gitarama Prefecture, Mitali held several high-level […]
President Kagame rallies new leaders to take charge of country’s own destiny
President Paul Kagame presided over the swearing in ceremony of the newly appointed Prime Minister, Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva, and several members of the restructured cabinet. The occasion, however, extended far beyond the formality of assumption of office, it became a platform for Kagame to deliver a powerful, unfiltered message about responsibility and national identity. The […]
Kagame forms new Cabinet following Nsengiyumva’s appointment as Prime Minister
Following the appointment of Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva as Rwanda’s new Prime Minister, President Paul Kagame unveiled a slightly reshuffled cabinet, introducing four new members while retaining a majority of the previous team. The new appointments align with Rwanda’s constitutional requirement to establish a new cabinet after the installation of a Prime Minister. Dr. Bernadette Arakwiye […]
Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva appointed New PM
President Paul Kagame has appointed Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva as Prime Minister, an announcement made on July 23, 2025, in line with Article 116 of the national Constitution. Nsengiyumva steps into the role formerly held by Dr Édouard Ngirente, who had been serving as Prime Minister since August 30, 2017. This change in leadership comes shortly […]
Rwanda–Turkmenistan Partnership Gains Ground as UN LLDC Conference Nears
On Wednesday July 16, 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, held a telephone conversation with H.E. Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The call underscored the two nations’ shared commitment to building a strong foundation for bilateral cooperation, coming […]
Nick Barigye Returns to Lead Crystal Ventures in New Era of Strategic Growth
Crystal Ventures Ltd (CVL), Rwanda’s most influential investment firm, has announced the appointment of Nick Barigye as its new Group Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds Jack Kayonga, who has led the company since 2020, steering it through a period marked by pandemic-related disruptions and significant expansion. Barigye brings a wealth of experience in finance, investment, […]
RDB Cracks Down on Nightlife Violations to Protect Public Safety and Uphold Order
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has issued a firm reminder to all hospitality and entertainment establishments to strictly adhere to regulatory measures governing their operations. The public notice, released on June 27, 2025, follows a high-level meeting between RDB, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda National Police, and key players in the hospitality sector. The […]
Foreign Minister, Nduhungirehe, Hails Peace Accord with DRC as Turning Point for the Region
At the historic signing of the peace agreement between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on June 27, 2025, Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, delivered a strong and optimistic message. On behalf of his government, he described the agreement as a pivotal moment in reshaping the region’s future, grounded […]
Rwanda and Luxembourg Deepen Ties Through Strategic Dialogue
Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation recently welcomed H.E. Jeanne Crauser, the non-resident Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to Kigali, in a meeting that reaffirmed the two countries’ commitment to strengthened bilateral relations. Nduhungirehe hosted the ambassador, and the pair engaged in a thoughtful exchange aimed at deepening cooperation across diplomacy, […]
How Rwanda’s Young Rotarians took the Lead at the Festival of Sport to Support Cancer Patients
A wave of youthful energy swept through Kigali on June 21, 2025, as the Festival of Sport – Rotary Edition unfolded at the International School of Kigali. It was a powerful, youth-led campaign to raise vital support for cancer patients in Rwanda. The Festival was proudly organized by Wura Holdings Ltd, led by a committed […]