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Rwandan lawmakers have raised fresh concerns over a growing rise in alcohol and drug abuse among young people, warning that the increasing availability of illicit alcohol and cheap high-strength alcoholic beverages is fueling addiction and posing a serious public health threat.
About 19% of Rwandans aged five and above have at least one difficulty affecting their daily activities, including seeing, hearing, walking, communicating, remembering or self-care, according to the latest Rwanda Demographic and Health Survey (RDHS) 2025.
Rwanda’s Ministry of Health has raised alarm over the growing threat posed by unsafe alcoholic drinks after revealing that 44 people died between January and June 2026 from consuming illicit and contaminated alcohol.
President Paul Kagame and his Estonian counterpart Alar Karis have discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital governance as Rwanda and Estonia seek to deepen their partnership in the digital era.
GENEVA, Switzerland – President Paul Kagame on Wednesday officially launched the AI for Good Global Commission and chaired its inaugural meeting, ushering in a new United Nations-backed initiative aimed at ensuring artificial intelligence is developed and deployed to advance sustainable development and improve lives worldwide.
President Paul Kagame has urged Africa to seize the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution by becoming a creator of cutting-edge technologies rather than remaining a consumer, warning that the transformative potential of AI will only be realized through sustained investment, collaboration and inclusive digital infrastructure.
A new national health survey has found that 73% of unmarried girls aged between 15 and 24 in Rwanda reported that they have never had sexual intercourse.
Rayon Sports have added Cameroonian goalkeeper Dande Junior to their squad as the club continues its preparations for the 2026/27 football season.
Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) has announced that tax collections reached Rwf3.956 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year, surpassing the institution’s target by 4.25%.
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has announced registration fees and guidelines for clubs preparing for the 2026/27 Rwanda Premier League season, introducing different charges for local and foreign players as teams finalize their squads.