Rwanda and Kenya have reaffirmed their enduring bilateral partnership as Ambassador Ernest Rwamucyo officially assumed his role as Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Kenya. In a formal ceremony held in Nairobi, Rwamucyo presented his credentials to Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto, marking the start of a diplomatic mission grounded in mutual cooperation, regional integration, and shared […]
WHO-UAE Alliance Battles Child Malnutrition in Yemen’s Socotra
A transformative partnership between the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Arab Emirates is bringing renewed hope to the island of Socotra, Yemen, where malnutrition and fragile health systems have placed thousands of lives at risk. The joint initiative, led by WHO and the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation, an affiliate of Erth […]
Rwanda and Algeria Deepen Ties with New Bilateral Agreements
In a significant step toward expanding cooperation across key sectors, President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of Algeria presided over high-level bilateral discussions in the presence of their respective delegations. The meeting, held with a focus on deepening diplomatic and economic ties, culminated in the signing of several strategic agreements between the […]
Five Nations Elected to UN Security Council for 2026/27
In a key vote held at the United Nations Headquarters, the General Assembly elected five new non-permanent members to the UN Security Council for the 2026–2027 term. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Latvia, and Liberia will assume their seats in January 2026, contributing to global peace and security decisions alongside existing […]
Kagame Honors Algeria’s Fallen Heroes at Martyrs’ Memorial in Algiers
During his official visit to Algeria, President Paul Kagame paid a solemn tribute to the nation’s history by laying a wreath at the Maqam Echahid, or Martyrs’ Memorial, in Algiers. The gesture honored the Algerian heroes who gave their lives during the country’s war of independence. The moment was shared through a post by the […]
Spiro Reassures Customers as E-Bike Deliveries Continue Across Rwanda
Spiro has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering on its promise to revolutionize urban mobility through the ongoing rollout of its electric motorcycles, with deliveries currently being completed in phases. The company began dispatching bikes in April 2025, and many early applicants have already received their motorcycles under a first-come, first-served policy. In an official statement […]
President Kagame Meets Tebboune in Algeria for High-Level Bilateral Talks
President Paul Kagame arrived in Algiers on June 3, 2025, for a two-day official visit to the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, at the invitation of his counterpart, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. This high-level visit reflects the deepening partnership between the two nations, with both leaders expected to discuss strategic cooperation in areas including education, security, […]
Daughter of 2021 Kampala Bomber Killed in Munyonyo Terror Attempt
A major terror attack was thwarted in Kampala just hours before the annual Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, as security forces intercepted two suspected suicide bombers near the Munyonyo Basilica. One of the assailants, a woman wearing a suicide vest, has been identified as the daughter of a man who carried out a deadly suicide bombing […]
Eid al-Adha to Be Observed as Public Holiday on June 6
The Ministry of Public Service and Labour has announced that Friday, June 6, 2025, will be observed as an official public holiday in Rwanda in celebration of Eid al-Adha. This decision, the ministry states, is made “in accordance with the Presidential Order N° 062/01 of 19/10/2022 establishing official public holidays.” In a formal statement, the […]
The Rwf10M fine for Unauthorized Use of Foreign Currency in Rwanda
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has introduced tougher penalties for unauthorized pricing and transactions in foreign currency, in a bid to reinforce the use of the Rwandan franc in domestic transactions. According to Regulation No 89/2025, published in the official gazette on May 30, 2025, individuals or businesses found pricing goods or services in […]