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The Government of Rwanda on Monday sharply criticized new sanctions imposed by the United States, calling them “unjust” and “one-sided,” and accusing Washington of distorting the realities of the conflict …

On the last Saturday of February, as they do every month, millions of Rwandans across the country paused their daily business to participate in Umuganda. This unique national tradition—translated from …

Rwanda’s Community Based Health Insurance (CBHI) turns twenty-five. After more than two decades of standing between Rwandans and ill health, the system now looks to Rwandans to increase its capability …

KIGALI, Rwanda — In classrooms stretching from Kigali’s urban schools to remote rural districts, thousands of Rwandan teenagers have quietly taken part in an exam that will not affect their …

Stage One of the 2026 Tour du Rwanda delivered a thrilling opening chapter on Sunday, as Israel’s Itamar Einhorn stormed to victory in Rwamagana to claim the first yellow jersey …

The fragile path toward peace between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda has come under renewed scrutiny this week, as U.S. Congressman Chris Smith called for swift and …

Rwanda is pursuing a carefully calibrated monetary strategy—one that tightens the cost of government borrowing while easing credit conditions for businesses—as policymakers seek to curb inflation without undermining economic growth. …

The National Identification Agency (NIDA) has launched pre-enrollment and enrollment for Rwanda’s digital national identification cards in the City of Kigali, extending a nationwide initiative expected to transform how citizens …

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reclaimed its position as Rwanda’s leading export destination, marking a major shift in the country’s external trade patterns after years of dominance by …

President Paul Kagame Thursday delivered a stern warning to government institutions and public officials responsible for stalled and delayed development projects, saying mismanagement and indifference—especially when workers are left unpaid—should …

President Paul Kagame has arrived at today’s Umushyikirano 2026 event.  The 20th National Dialogue Council of Rwanda, is being held on February 5–6, 2026 in Kigali. Umushyikirano is a key …

Rwanda’s national digital government platform, IremboGov (www.irembo.gov.rw), has won one of the world’s most prestigious public-sector innovation awards, cementing the country’s reputation as a global leader in digital governance. The …