Statistics from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) reveal that in 2023, 1,111,600 Rwandans voluntarily tested for HIV, of which 9,270 were found to be HIV-positive. The data shows that out of 681,934 women tested voluntarily, 5,518 were diagnosed with HIV, while among 429,666 men tested, 3,752 were…
On January 8, 2025, the Rwanda Animal Welfare Organization (RAWO), the Rwanda Council of Veterinary Doctors (RCVD), and the Rwanda Inspectorate, Competition, and Consumer Protection Authority (RICA) hosted an awareness campaign at the Saban slaughterhouse in Nyabugogo. The event focused on promoting humane practices during animal transportation and slaughter to…
The Judiciary of Rwanda has unveiled a transformative five-year strategic plan (2024-2029) aimed at tackling key challenges such as staff turnover, case backlog, and inadequate infrastructure. With a projected budget exceeding Rwf141 billion, the strategy focuses on ensuring timely and quality justice delivery while aligning with the second phase of…
Nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Lake Kivu in Bwishyura Sector, Karongi District, Bethany Hotel is owned by Bethany Investment Group, a company renowned for its tourism ventures across Rwanda. This hotel is a favorite among internationals and visitors alike due to its excellent services and serene accommodations, offering breathtaking…
Mu mafu y’Ikiyaga cya Kivu, mu Murenge wa Bwishyura, hari Bethany Hotel, ya Bethany Investment Group; ikigo cy’ubucuruzi gifite ibikorwa bishingiye k’ubukerarugendo hirya no hino mu Gihugu. Gifite iyi hoteli ikunzwe muri Karongi no mu Rwanda muri rusange. Iyi hoteli kimenyabose kubera serivisi nziza itanga, ndetse ikagira n’amacumbi meza atuje,…
On Wednesday , December 11, 2024, local leaders from Bwishyura Sector in Karongi District participated in a campaign aimed at fighting sexual violence and child abuse. One form of abuse that is often not reported is physical harassment. Sophie Mutoniwase, from International Organization for Migration (IOM), which is collaborating with…
In a decisive step to tackle gender-based violence (GBV) and child abuse, the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) organized a campaign on December 10, 2024, in Ruhango and Musasa Sectors of Rutsiro District. The event, attended by local leaders and community members, aimed to raise awareness and strengthen collaborative efforts to…
The Military Court in Rwanda has convicted Sgt Gervais Minani of charges against him and sentenced him to life imprisonment while also stripping him of his military rank. Sgt Minani faced three charges: intentional homicide, unauthorized use of a firearm, and the deliberate theft, destruction, and concealment of military equipment.…
French-Cameroonian journalist Charles Onana and his publishing director Damien Serieyx have been convicted by the Paris Judicial Court for denying and minimizing the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. This historic ruling, issued on December 9 by the 17th Criminal Chamber, is the first conviction in France for Genocide…
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) organized a training session for local leaders in the Nyabirasi and Kivumu sectors of Rutsiro District, targeting leaders from the village to the sector level. The training aimed to strengthen efforts in combating gender-based violence (GBV) and violence against children. The session, held on Monday,…
