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18/09/2025

🚨: President Kagame Announces Key Government Appointments

On September 18, 2025, the Office of the Prime Minister released an official communiqué announcing a series of new government appointments made by President Paul Kagame. The changes reflect the country’s continued commitment to strengthening governance, innovation, and public service delivery.

Among the most notable changes, Mr. Yves Iradukunda was appointed as the Minister of State in the Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT).

The communiqué also introduced several other appointments across different institutions:

‼️. In the Office of the President (OTP), Mr. Dieudonne Gatete was named Director of Cabinet.

‼️. Ms. Viviane Mukakizima as Deputy Director of Cabinet, and Amb. Claude Nikobisanze as Chief of Protocol.

‼️. At the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), Mr. Leonard Minega Rugwabiza will lead the Delivery Unit.

‼️. Within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Amb. Moses Rugema has been proposed as Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Nigeria.

‼️. New Permanent Secretaries were appointed, including Mr. Canoth Manishimwe (Ministry of Infrastructure), Mr. Clement Kabiligi (Ministry of Public Service and Labor), and Mr. Eraste Rurangwa (Ministry of ICT and Innovation).

‼️. In other institutions, Mr. Thaddée Tuyizere became Vice Chairperson of the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR), Mr. Jimmy Christian Byukusenge was appointed Director General of the Rwanda Public Procurement Authority (RPPA), and Col. Claude Nkusi was named Deputy Director General of the Rwanda Utility and Regulatory Authority (RURA).

18/09/2025

: Mr. Yves Iradukunda appointed Minister of State in the Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT).

18/09/2025

: CHRISTA UMUHOZA APPOINTED DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL OF IMBUTO FOUNDATION‼️

Imbuto Foundation has announced the appointment of Christa Umuhoza as its new Deputy Director General, succeeding Geraldine Umutesi, who held the position since 2017.
“We are delighted to welcome Umuhoza to her new role. She brings a results-driven mindset that combines strategic insight with operational excellence, all aimed at creating more opportunities for youth, women, and communities through education and innovation,” the Foundation stated on its X account.

Established in 2001 by First Lady Jeannette Kagame as the PACFA Programme (Protection and Care of Families against HIV/AIDS), the Foundation initially focused on supporting families, particularly children, youth, and women affected by HIV/AIDS. In 2007, PACFA evolved into Imbuto Foundation to broaden its mission, now encompassing initiatives in education, innovation, and community empowerment.

The Foundation is widely recognised for offering scholarships to students and celebrating girls who achieve exceptional results in national exams.

18/09/2025

: CYCLISTS TRAIN AT SAVANAH CYCLING CENTER AS RWANDA PREPARES TO HOST THE FIRST UCI ROAD WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS ON AFRICAN SOIL!!

With just three days to go before Africa hosts its first-ever UCI Road World Championships, Bugesera has become a hub for cyclists from 38 African nations preparing for the prestigious event in Kigali, scheduled from September 21 to 28, 2025.

A total of 915 riders from 107 countries are confirmed to participate in the World Championships, with Rwanda fielding 34 athletes across categories including Elite Men, Elite Women, U23 Men and Women, and U19 Men and Women. The African teams camping at Savanah Cycling Center in Nyamata, Bugesera, include cyclists from Zimbabwe, Benin, Botswana, Eswatini, Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Lesotho, Morocco, Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Comoros, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritius, Niger, Senegal, Seychelles, Uganda, Tanzania, Côte d’Ivoire, Togo, Tunisia, and hosts Rwanda.
The Confederation of African Cycling (CAC) has facilitated their early arrival, enabling teams to train and acclimate to Rwanda’s terrain.
Tunisian rider Mohamed Aziz Dellai noted that the terrain and climate resemble those of his home country, allowing him to adapt quickly, while emphasizing the significance of the championship taking place in Africa.

The UCI-organized event will feature thrilling road races and time trials, highlighting athletic skill, endurance, and Rwanda’s vibrant culture. For the host nation, the 98th edition of the UCI World Championships represents more than a cycling competition, it is an opportunity to showcase Rwanda’s growing global sports presence, advanced infrastructure, and commitment to youth development. Among the campers is Afghan-born refugee Ansari Amir Arsalan, adding to the diversity of the training camp.
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18/09/2025

:MISS RWANDA 2020 NAOMIE NISHIMWE, WHO HAS SPOKEN OPENLY ABOUT THE EFFECTS OF CYBERBULLYING ON MENTAL HEALTH, IS SET TO RELEASE A BOOK IN NOVEMBER 2025 THAT CHRONICLES HER JOURNEY AND ADVOCATES FOR STRONGER PROTECTION OF YOUNG PEOPLE.

When Nishimwe Naomie was crowned Miss Rwanda in 2020, she thought it would be one of the happiest chapters of her life. Instead, what she expected to be a moment of celebration became the beginning of an unforeseen struggle. Almost overnight, she found herself the target of online attacks, strangers commenting on her body, her hair, her academics, and even her character. What was once a dream quickly turned into a battle with cyberbullying, leaving her feeling isolated, silenced, and weighed down by false stories that people freely spread about her.
Naomie recalls how those words didn’t just disappear into the digital space. They followed her into real life, shaping the way people saw her and even affecting her career opportunities. She explains that unlike physical abuse, which often happens within smaller circles, cyberbullying spreads everywhere.
A single cruel comment made in Kigali could echo across Musanze within seconds, giving strangers the illusion that they knew her personally. This kind of harassment, she points out, doesn’t just sting in the moment it lingers, gnawing at mental health and pushing many young people into depression, substance abuse, or even suicidal thoughts.

Determined not to let her crown define her story, Naomie chose courage over silence. She decided to reclaim her voice and use her platform to speak out against the harm of online harassment. Her upcoming book, More Than a Crown, set for release in November 2025, captures this journey of resilience. In it, she not only shares her own experiences but also advocates for change, urging parents to listen to their children, schools to prepare teachers to recognize trauma, and authorities to hold perpetrators accountable.

Above all, she calls on young people to remember that behind every username is a real person with feelings. For Naomie, protecting Rwanda’s youth online is not optional t’s urgent, and the time to act is now.
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30/06/2025

Revive YOUTH RWANDA Supports 13 Vulnerable Families in Kayonza with Mutuelle de Santé

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Revive YOUTH RWANDA made a powerful impact in Gahini Sector, Juru Cell, Kayonza District by supporting 13 vulnerable families to access Rwanda’s community-based health insurance, Mutuelle de Santé.

The initiative was led by Freddy Musoni, Founder and Executive Director of Revive YOUTH RWANDA, who emphasized the importance of locally-driven solutions. “This activity reflects President Paul Kagame’s vision of finding solutions from within. No step is too small when moving forward,” he stated.

Also present at the event was Diez Dolla, one of Rwanda’s hottest creatives and a key member of the movement. His presence brought energy, inspiration, and visibility to the initiative, reinforcing the youth-led commitment to grassroots change.

Revive YOUTH RWANDA remains a steadfast pillar of community empowerment, reminding the nation that meaningful change begins at the local level with the people.

14/04/2025

: Families that once laughed, now only remembered”: GAERG documents over 15,000 Families wiped out in Genocide Against the Tutsi

More than 15,000 Rwandan families were completely wiped out during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, according to the Rwandan Graduates Genocide Survivors Organization (GAERG).

The organization has identified 15,593 families, comprising 68,871 individuals, who left behind no descendants.

In Rwanda, such a family is defined by the total erasure of both people and property, parents, children, and relatives killed, with homes destroyed and history nearly lost.

GAERG has been leading a national effort to document these families, not merely as statistics, but as human stories deserving dignity, remembrance, and honor.

Through its projects, GAERG restores the identity of those who were nearly forgotten.

These initiatives serve as a powerful reminder that remembering is not just a duty but also a call to protect humanity as Rwanda commemorates 31 years since the Genocide against the Tutsi.

07/04/2025

: President Kagame’s bold message Marks the start of

On Monday, April 7, 2025, Rwanda and the global community began the 31st commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, known as .

President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame led the solemn ceremonies at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where they laid a wreath and lit the Flame of Remembrance in honor of over 250,000 victims laid to rest at the site.

In a powerful address, President Kagame reaffirmed Rwanda’s unwavering stance on national sovereignty, responding to threats of sanctions with the bold statement, “Go to hell.”

He dismissed allegations against Rwanda, stating, “If these allegations were true, Rwanda would be as rich as you are.”

The President called on Rwandans to stand firm and self-reliant: “To Rwandans, I beg you, don’t owe your life to anybody else.”

He emphasized that the genocide would never happen again, not because perpetrators won’t try, but because “there are people who will stand up and fight.”

continues through April 13, with nationwide and international remembrance activities honoring the more than one million lives lost during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.

02/04/2025

: Bruce Melodie Eyes Historic Grammy Win"

Rwanda's leading recording artist, Bruce Melodie, has set his sights on making history as the first Rwandan and one of the few Africans to win a Grammy Award shortly.

"If you don't see a Grammy in my future, you are not looking hard enough," he boldly declared in a recent Instagram post.

Melodie made this declaration in the months leading up to his upcoming world tour, scheduled to kick off in 2025.

22/03/2025

is cleaner and more beautiful than France: Nigerian national team coach hails Rwanda

After the Super Eagles defeated Rwanda 2-0 last Friday, coach Eric Chelle praised Rwanda's cleanliness and beauty.

19/03/2025

From Rwf16.626 billion in 2023 to Rwf18.785 billion in 2024, Rwanda's GDP increased by 8.9%.

15/03/2025