Akagera National Park posts visitor, revenue growth in first quarter of 2026
Akagera National Park has recorded a strong start to 2026, welcoming more than 11,700 visitors in the first quarter, with Rwandan tourists making up the largest share of arrivals. The figures point to continued…
RURA sanctions CanalBox after widespread customer complaints over internet outage
RURA sanctions CanalBox over prolonged internet disruptions after customer complaints
The Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) has sanctioned internet service provider GVA Rwanda Ltd, commonly…
Africa faces fresh economic pressure as Middle East crisis drives up energy costs
Middle East crisis may cut Africa’s 2026 growth by 0.2%, AfDB warns
The ongoing crisis in the Middle East could reduce Africa’s economic growth by 0.2 percent…
Kenya to Invest in Uganda Refinery in Deepening Regional Energy Ties
President William Ruto has announced that the Kenyan government is set to invest in Uganda’s planned oil refinery project, marking a new phase in regional energy cooperation between the two East African neighbours. Speaking…
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe Breaks Two-Hour Barrier, Shatters Marathon World Record in London
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe Breaks Two-Hour Barrier, Shatters Marathon World Record in London
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe has stunned the athletics world in London after becoming the first man…
CAVB Expands Men’s Club Championship to 32 Teams Ahead of Kigali 2026
Rwanda Set to Host Biggest-Ever CAVB Men’s Club Championship
The African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB) has expanded the Men’s Club Championship to a 32-team format…
Business
RURA sanctions CanalBox over prolonged internet disruptions after customer complaints
The Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) has sanctioned internet service provider GVA Rwanda Ltd, commonly known as CanalBox, following days of widespread service disruptions that left many customers across Rwanda frustrated and unable to…
Greece Moves to Ban Social Media for Under-15, Signals Shift with Global Implications Including Africa
Greece has announced a sweeping plan to ban access to social media for children under…
Trump Issues Stark Warning on Iran
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has issued a stark warning, saying “a whole civilization will…
First Black Astronaut Candidate ‘Proud’ Victor Glover Will Make History
Victor Glover is set to become the first Black astronaut to take part in an…
Lifestyle
When Innovation Meets the Village: A Cancer Survivor’s Reflection on Bill Gates’ Rwanda Investment
Bill Gates’ recent reflections on investing in AI-driven healthcare solutions in Rwanda are both timely and encouraging. They signal a growing recognition that the future of global health lies not only in hospitals and…
Government of Kenya is set to release Ksh25,000 to beneficiaries nationwide
Kenya to Disburse Second NYOTA Youth Fund Tranche from April 20
Kenya will begin disbursing the second tranche of funds under the National Youth Opportunities Towards…