69% of Catholic men in Rwanda circumcised, RDHS 2025 shows
Nearly seven in 10 Catholic men in Rwanda aged 15 to 49 have been circumcised, according to the 2025 Rwanda Demographic and Health Survey (RDHS), which highlights religion, education, wealth and location as factors associated with circumcision rates.
108 Rwandans return home from DR Congo
A total of 108 Rwandan nationals returned home from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Wednesday, entering the country through the Rusizi I border post.
AFC/M23 boosts armed wing with 9,318 newly trained commandos
The Alliance Fleuve Congo/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) has strengthened its armed wing after graduating 9,318 newly trained commandos during a ceremony held in Tchanzu, Rutshuru Territory, in North Kivu Province.
Urban Boyz reunion revives nostalgia ahead of Rubavu concert
Urban Boyz have reunited ahead of their much-anticipated performance at the MTN Iwacu Muzika Festival in Rubavu on August 1, 2026. The nationwide music festival is organized by East African Promoters (EAP).
Rwanda moves closer to establishing nuclear research centre after IAEA approval
Rwanda has taken another step towards establishing a nuclear research and technology centre after experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) approved the country’s progress and recommended that it proceed with the next stages of the project.
Vipers SC arrive in Kigali for CECAFA Kagame Cup 2026 campaign
Ugandan football giants Vipers SC have arrived in Kigali ahead of their participation in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, joining regional clubs competing for one of East and Central Africa’s most prestigious football titles.
Urban living linked to higher stroke risk as city populations continue to grow
Living in densely populated urban areas may increase the risk of suffering a stroke by up to 70 per cent compared with rural living, according to scientific research highlighting the health challenges associated with rapid urbanization.
Rwanda calls for increased healthcare investment to help Africa achieve self-reliance
Rwanda has urged African countries to increase investment in healthcare systems, saying stronger domestic capacity is key to addressing the continent’s health challenges and reducing dependence on external support.
CAR President honours Rwandan peacekeepers for contribution to peace mission
Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has awarded medals of recognition to Rwandan peacekeepers serving under the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), in recognition of their commitment and professionalism.
Rwanda Parliament approves Rwf291 billion in development financing agreements
The Chamber of Deputies has approved a series of agreements allowing Rwanda to access loans and grants worth a combined Rwf291 billion to support development programmes in healthcare, agriculture, pandemic preparedness and social protection.