Martin K. Ngoga, a seasoned legal mind and respected figure in East African diplomacy, has officially begun his tenure as Rwanda’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. On May 22, 2025, Ambassador Ngoga presented his credentials to UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the organization’s headquarters in New York, signaling a new chapter in Rwanda’s global […]
Rwandans brace for Jose Chameleone’s Kigali Comeback concert
Rwanda is gearing up for a spectacular musical experience as East Africa’s celebrated icon, Dr Jose Chameleone, arrives in Kigali ahead of his much-anticipated live concert. Touching down at Kigali International Airport on the of Friday morning, May 23, 2025, the legendary Ugandan artist is ready to light up the stage with a performance fans […]
Convicted UN Judge Lydia Mugambe Set for Early Return to Uganda under new law
Lydia Mugambe, a former Ugandan High Court judge and one-time United Nations Criminal Tribunal official, is set to be deported back to Uganda after serving part of her prison sentence in the United Kingdom. This follows her conviction for multiple immigration and modern slavery offences and comes under a newly implemented UK policy aimed at […]
10 Inmates Escape Through Toilet Wall in New Orleans Daring Jailbreak
Ten inmates last week escaped from the Orleans Justice Center by breaking through a wall hidden behind a toilet, an incident authorities say may have involved inside help and exposes deep flaws in the facility’s infrastructure and oversight. The escape unfolded in the early hours of Friday May 16, 2025. Around 1 a.m., the group […]
President Kagame Welcomes 11 New Envoys, deepening Rwanda’s Global Partnerships
President Paul Kagame on Tuesday May 21, 2025 received credentials from 11 newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners at Urugwiro Village, in a glowing display of Rwanda’s growing diplomatic stature. The ceremony marked a significant reaffirmation of Rwanda’s commitment to international cooperation and meaningful global partnerships. The new envoys, representing countries across Africa, Europe, Asia, […]
UN, Rwanda Gov’t Sign $1.04 Billion Partnership Deal to Power Inclusive Growth
Rwanda’s development journey over the next five years is a notch higher after the Government of Rwanda and the United Nations have signed a transformative $1.04 billion cooperation framework. This strategic pact is designed to drive inclusive economic growth, human capital development, and good governance, all while advancing the country’s long-term development blueprint, Vision 2050. […]
Amb. Nduhungirehe represents Rwanda at Historic AU-EU Summit in Brussels
In a year that marks 25 years of diplomatic partnership between the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU), Rwanda took part in a pivotal ministerial meeting aimed at reshaping the future of intercontinental collaboration. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation announced that represinting Rwanda, Minister Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, is currently attending […]
Diplomatic Ties Reignite as Rwanda Welcomes Four New Ambassadors
Rwanda has welcomed four newly appointed Ambassadors-designate, further advancing its commitment to fostering strong regional and global relations and diplomacy. On May 20, 2025, James Kabarebe, Rwanda’s Minister of State in charge of Regional Cooperation, officially received the Letters of Credence from the diplomats including Sylver Aboubakar Minko Mi Nseme of Gabon and Abdelkerim Ahmadaye […]
Rwanda Rolls Out Massive $193M Green, Eco Investment Projects
Rwanda is turning climate ambition into action with a sweeping investment of over $193 million (approx. Frw 270 billion) dedicated to a series of transformative environmental initiatives aimed at securing a sustainable, inclusive future. These large-scale efforts are designed to fight climate change, restore ecosystems, and uplift communities most vulnerable to environmental threats. From reforestation […]
Bridgewater, Global Citizen unveil global economic forecasting challenge with career-changing rewards
In an audacious move to engage the next generation of global thinkers, Bridgewater Associates, one of the world’s most influential hedge funds, has teamed up with international advocacy powerhouse Global Citizen to launch Forecasting the Future: A Modern Economics Challenge. This global initiative invites young minds and emerging economists to predict the real-world impacts of […]