The Minister of Interior, Dr. Vincent Biruta has assumed responsibility as the new chairperson…

Jan 2, 2025 · A Texas man driving a rented pickup truck with a moutned Islamic State flag waving from the trailer hitch mowed down dozens of Americans in the state of Louisiana. According to local eye witnesses, at least 15 people were killed and 30 more wounded when a driver of the pickup truck sped up the nation’s […]

Dec 6, 2024 · RwandAir, Rwanda’s national carrier and one of Africa’s fastest-growing airlines, has announced the launch of its Cadet Pilot Program. The initiative is designed to provide aspiring Rwandan pilots with the skills and qualifications needed to excel in the aviation industry, while contributing to the airline’s commitment to delivering world …

Jan 7, 2025 · The Rwandan government has rejected what it calls biased and one-sided international responses to the recent takeover of Masisi territory in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) by the M23 rebel group. In a statement, Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olivier Nduhungirehe, accused countries and organizations of failing to address key factors fueling the conflict […]

Nov 14, 2024 · A new study has analysed 53 years of elephant population survey data across Africa, concluding that habitat loss and poaching have driven dramatic declines in African elephants. The study has been published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, one of the world’s leading journals. Dr Dave Balfour, one of the co-authors on this […]

Sep 13, 2024 · In a country where the echoes of the past are still palpable, the Imbuto Foundation has emerged as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience, innovation, and empowerment across Rwanda. The Foundation’s annual report for the fiscal year July 2023 to June 2024 reveals significant strides in education, health, and youth empowerment. Founded by Rwanda’s First […]

Sep 10, 2024 · A groundbreaking ceremony was held today for the highly anticipated Kigali Innovation City (KIC), a US$2 billion project that aims to transform Rwanda into Africa’s leading technology and innovation hub. The event, presided over by Prime Minister Dr. Edouard Ngirente, marked the beginning of the construction of the state …

Oct 14, 2024 · In a landmark real estate deal, Kigali Heights Development Company has sold 100% of its flagship property for US$31.8 million to YUSSA, a major investor now making waves in Kigali’s commercial sector. The building, located next to the Kigali Convention Center, houses major tenants including Java House and several banks, and has been a cornerstone […]

Sep 27, 2024 · Rwanda on Friday confirmed a few cases (without specifying number) of the deadly Marburg viral disease in some health facilities across the country. According to a Ministry of Health communique seen by Taarifa, “Investigations are being carried out to determine the origin of the infection.” The Ministry also said that contact tracing is underway, and […]

Dec 30, 2024 · Exactly one year from now, most African countries will not be able to export to the European Union market products derived from cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, and wood. The European Union (EU) “zero deforestation” regulation, prohibits the import of agricultural products from deforestation areas. This policy …