Politics

Rwandans living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Bahrain have been assured of their safety and access to assistance, including support for those unable to return home, following escalating hostilities in the Middle East.
Alain Destexhe, a former Belgian senator, has criticized the United States for imposing sanctions on the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and several senior military officials, arguing that the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the country truly responsible for regional conflict.
The WASAC Group has announced a planned water supply interruption affecting 16 sectors across Kigali and Bugesera this Wednesday, March 4, citing maintenance works at the Kanzenze Water Treatment Plant.
Authorities in Nyagatare District have announced plans to allocate Rwf40 million for a feasibility study aimed at upgrading and expanding the district’s industrial park, in a move designed to attract more investors and boost local manufacturing.
A man from Gisagara District is set to face trial over the alleged fatal stabbing of his 45-year-old uncle, following a dispute reportedly sparked by four avocados.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), Jean-Guy K. Afrika, on March 3, 2026, received Qatar’s Ambassador to Rwanda, Mansoor Ali Al-Hajri, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation and expanding investment opportunities.
Rwanda’s Senate has summoned Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva to outline government plans to address critical challenges affecting the livestock sector and the livelihoods of farmers.
Rwandan peacekeepers serving in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (Rwanbatt-1) have been awarded UN medals in recognition of their outstanding contribution to maintaining peace and security.
Barafinda Sekikubo Fred and four co-accused, Mazimpaka Patrick, Nizeyimana Didier (alias Mucoma), Japhet Nkeramihigo and Tumukunde Djuma, have appealed a decision by the Kicukiro Primary Court ordering their 30-day provisional detention.
Rwanda and India have signed a five-year Cultural Exchange Programme (2026–2030), reinforcing growing diplomatic and strategic ties between the two nations.