Rwanda has raised concerns over the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) ongoing integration of the FDLR militia, composed of remnants of the forces responsible for the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi into its national army, FARDC, while MONUSCO is reportedly turning a blind eye.
António Guterres has urged the global community to draw firm lessons from the failures that allowed the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi to unfold, warning that vigilance is needed to prevent similar atrocities.
April 6, 1994, marks a defining turning point in Rwanda’s history, setting in motion the execution of the Genocide against the Tutsi, a campaign of systematic extermination that had been planned for years under regimes that institutionalized ethnic division and discrimination.
Minister of Trade and Industry Prudence Sebahizi has warned that rising prices in Rwanda could intensify, describing the current situation as only the beginning of a broader economic impact driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Rwanda has stepped up efforts to position itself as a premier tourism and investment destination by participating in Pakistan’s largest international travel exhibition, showcasing its natural attractions and growing industry potential.
The Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) has unveiled a revised public transport tariff structure, set to take effect on Monday, April 6, 2026, in response to rising fuel prices and increasing operational costs.
Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva has cautioned that Rwanda is bracing for a rise in commodity prices, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East, and called on citizens to adopt strict fuel-saving measures.
President Paul Kagame has addressed circulating rumors about his health, explaining that his recent absence from public engagements was due to a personal break rather than illness. During this time, he focused on resting and spending quality moments with his grandchildren.
President Paul Kagame has dismissed claims linking Rwanda to the M23 rebel group, describing it as a Congolese movement rooted in internal political dynamics within the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Commissioner of Police Theos Badege, a former spokesperson of the Rwanda National Police, has been appointed Deputy Commissioner General of the Rwanda Correctional Service, in a move announced during the Cabinet meeting on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
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