Politics

The Embassy of Rwanda in the United States has dismissed as “false and misleading” reports alleging that Rwandan security personnel attempted to infiltrate a hotel in Washington, D.C., to target Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi.
The Government of Rwanda has dispatched 26 exporters to the United Kingdom to explore new markets for fruits and vegetables, as the country moves swiftly to cushion traders and farmers from losses triggered by disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.
Reports from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo indicate that joint forces, including the armed groups FDLR and Wazalendo, allegedly carried out deadly attacks on civilians in Kalehe, South Kivu, on the night of March 23–24, 2026.
Rwanda Biomedical Centre has announced a significant decline in new tuberculosis (TB) cases, reporting a 73% reduction nationwide, marking a major milestone in the country’s fight against the disease.
Scovia Mutesi, chairperson of the Rwanda Media Council, has called on the government to address the persistent financial challenges facing journalists, warning that low pay undermines media performance, adherence to professional standards, and public trust.
Pacifique Kabanda, Secretary General of the Rwanda Investigation Bureau, on Tuesday opened a two-day high-level meeting of the Eastern Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation in Kigali, with a strong focus on reinforcing joint efforts to combat cross-border crime and emerging security threats.
Volkswagen has dismissed reports circulating on social media suggesting it is planning to halt its operations in Rwanda, describing the claims as false and unfounded.
Ngoma District has emerged as the top-performing district in the 2024/2025 performance contracts, with its mayor attributing the success to a results-driven initiative known as “Bwije nkoze iki?” (What have I done today?).
Former President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Joseph Kabila, has voiced serious concerns about the country’s future, warning that ongoing political and security challenges could push the nation toward collapse.
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has raised concerns over the incomplete execution of the Muvumba Multipurpose Water Resources Development Program, a project intended to provide irrigation for crops and deliver clean water to residents of Nyagatare District.