Hakizimana Innocent, a teacher who came into the public spotlight in 2024 after announcing his intention to run for President of Rwanda, has been arrested over allegations of cyber-related offenses involving the harassment. Hakizimana, who described himself as “Dr.” while pursuing a PhD, was arrested on July 30, 2026. He…
The Ministry of Youth and Arts, in collaboration with key stakeholders in Rwanda’s entertainment industry, convened a high-level consultative meeting with event organizers, DJs, artist managers, music producers, and other industry players to discuss strategies for building a safe, value-driven, and internationally competitive entertainment sector. The dialogue focused on strengthening…
In the quiet hills of Karongi District, where agriculture has long been the backbone of rural livelihoods, hundreds of families are rewriting their stories. What was once a daily struggle against poverty is steadily becoming a journey of hope, resilience, and economic independence, thanks to the Tubeho Neza Aheza project…
Karongi District has officially inaugurated a modern lightning protection system and a dedicated lightning shelter at GS Musango in Rwakuba Sector, marking a significant milestone in efforts to protect students, teachers, and surrounding communities from lightning-related disasters. The project was implemented through a partnership between the Embassy of the Republic…
Rays of Hope School in Karongi District has launched a Russian language course aimed at equipping Rwandan citizens with language skills, cultural knowledge, and new opportunities for academic, professional, and international cooperation. The official launch ceremony was presided over by the Vice Mayor of Karongi District in charge of Social…
President Paul Kagame has appointed Ngabo Brave Olivier as the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Sports, while Ishungure Parfait has been appointed Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth and Arts Development. The appointments were announced in a statement released by the Office of the Prime Minister on…
Rwanda’s newest partnership with English Premier League club Aston Villa is more than a football sponsorship—it is the result of years of trusted relationships, strategic diplomacy, and shared investment interests. The agreement, unveiled on Tuesday, marks a historic milestone for the Visit Rwanda brand. For the first time, a European…
For many Rwandans, meeting President Paul Kagame is a lifelong dream. Spending hours with him in conversation is an opportunity few ever experience. But for Daniel Nishimwe, a professional safari guide, that dream became reality when he accompanied the President on a six-hour game drive through Akagera National Park. What…
Development partners operating in Karongi District have been encouraged to continuously improve the quality of their work, strengthen service delivery, and expand development initiatives to ensure that no community is left behind. The call was made during the official opening of the 2026 Karongi Joint Action Development Forum (JADF) Open…
Nyarubaka Sector, Kamonyi District. In a quiet rural community where many children face economic hardship and limited access to learning resources, books are becoming powerful tools of transformation. Through the Samsung Dream Scholarship Foundation funded Children’s Learning Motivation Enhancement Project, implemented by Global Civic Sharing (GCS) Rwanda, hundreds of young…
