Dr. Edouard Ngirente, who served as Rwanda’s Prime Minister for the past eight years and has now been replaced, has expressed his deep gratitude to President Paul Kagame for the trust placed in him and for the opportunity to serve. He affirmed that the role significantly enriched his personal and…
President Paul Kagame has appointed Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva as the new Prime Minister of Rwanda. He previously served as the Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, a position he assumed on February 25, 2025. Dr. Nsengiyumva replaces Dr. Edouard Ngirente, who had held the post since 2017. Prior…
On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the Rwanda Security Support Organ (DASSO) operating in Karongi District donated a cow to Uwihoreye Solange, a survivor of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, residing in Bwishyura Sector. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Bagaruka Fabrice, the DASSO Coordinator in Karongi District, stated that the…
Karongi, June 25, 2025 — In a vibrant celebration of the Day of the African Child, dozens of children in Karongi District received toolkits to support the vocational skills they have acquired—marking a meaningful step toward self-reliance and future economic empowerment. The event, held in Rubengera Sector, was organized by…
Karongi, June 25, 2025 — Students and staff of ES Rugabano joined the nation in solemnly commemorating the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The ceremony paid tribute to victims who were once students and teachers at the former CERAI Rugabano—now ES Rugabano—as well as those from Karehe Primary School and…
On Friday, June 28, 2025, members of the Democratic Green Party of Rwanda from all sectors of Karongi District gathered for a leadership training session and local elections aimed at strengthening the party’s structures and empowering grassroots members. The training focused on democracy, governance, elections, and entrepreneurship. Participants were encouraged…
This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Paul Kagame received former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo for an in-depth discussion covering regional affairs and broader issues of continental and global importance. The meeting, which took place in an atmosphere of mutual respect and strategic focus, underlined the two leaders’ shared commitment to…
On Thursday, June 12, 2025, Gashari Community Training facility was inaugurated in Gashari Sector, Karongi District. The centre was constructed by the international organization Food for the Hungry, in collaboration with Karongi District, and aims to train and empower local residents to improve their livelihoods and move out of poverty.…
The High Commissioner of Pakistan to Rwanda and Ambassador to Angola and Burundi, His Excellency, has called on the international community to support all initiatives aimed at establishing peace talks between Pakistan and India. In an interview with PAX PRESS, Ambassador Khan condemned recent Indian attacks on Pakistani civilian infrastructure,…
In an effort to assess the effects of battery cage and cage free chickens farming systems on the environment, animal welfare, and farm profitability, this research study has been conducted. The findings were officially presented in May 2025 in Kigali at Solace Hotel during a stakeholder meeting, bringing together representatives…
