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DJ Toxxyk Set to Appear in Court Over Fatal Hit-and-Run
Disc jockey Arnaud Shema, popularly known as DJ Toxxyk, is expected to appear before the Nyarugenge Primary Court for a bail hearing. The case relates to a hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of a police officer who was on duty. The National Public Prosecution Authority confirmed that it received the case file on December…
City of Kigali Explains Adjusted Land Tax Rates
The City of Kigali has explained the recent adjustment of land tax rates payable per square metre. The city council approved the new rates in February 2025. The explanation follows concerns from residents who reported sharp increases in land tax. In many areas, the rate rose to a maximum of Rwf80 per square metre. Previously,…
Six Major Technology Events Coming to Kigali in 2026
Kigali is preparing for a busy 2026 as several major technology events come to Rwanda’s capital. As a result, the city will attract global innovators, investors and policymakers. In recent years, Kigali hosted successful events such as Mobile World Congress Africa and the Inclusive FinTech Forum. Consequently, these events strengthened Rwanda’s ambition to position the…
Rwanda Parliament Passes New Road Traffic Law
Rwanda’s Chamber of Deputies has passed a new road traffic law, replacing legislation that had been in force for 38 years. Lawmakers say the updated framework reflects modern transport realities and aims to reduce road accidents and fatalities. Parliament approved the law on January 5, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. Seventy-seven deputies voted in favour after…
Rwanda Extends Gorilla Trekking Discounts Until End of 2026
The Rwanda Development Board has extended promotional gorilla trekking permit rates for Rwandans and African visitors until December 31, 2026. The offer applies to visits at Volcanoes National Park. RDB announced the decision in a public notice released on January 5, 2026. The agency said the move aims to strengthen domestic and regional tourism. However,…
Over 1,000 Burundian Soldiers Reported Missing
More than 1,000 Burundian soldiers deployed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have been reported missing following intense fighting in early December 2025. The clashes took place in the Ruzizi Valley, according to human rights groups and local sources. The soldiers operated in several parts of South Kivu province. These areas included Luvungi, Sange, Luberizi…
Rwanda’s Aviation Fuel Storage Reaches 12 Million Litres
Rwanda has aviation fuel storage facilities with a total capacity of 12 million litres. The announcement comes from the Rwanda Energy Group (REG) as part of a broader update on national petroleum reserves. Overall, Rwanda can store up to 118 million litres of petroleum products. These reserves include both government-owned and privately owned facilities across…
Samsung Electronics to Double Gemini AI Devices to 800 Million by 2026
Samsung Electronics has announced plans to double the number of its devices powered by Gemini AI, increasing the total from 400 million to 800 million by 2026. The announcement was made by Samsung Electronics Chief Executive Officer Roh Tae Moon in an interview with Reuters. He said the company aims to integrate artificial intelligence into…
Alcohol-Related Deaths in Europe
Research from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that over 800,000 Europeans die each year due to excessive alcohol consumption. Europe has the highest rates of heavy drinking compared to other continents. Causes of Alcohol-Related Deaths Excessive alcohol use contributes to a growing number of deaths annually. In 2019, more than 145,000 Europeans died from…
890 School Leaders Removed After Failing Performance Evaluation in Rwanda
A total of 890 school leaders in Rwanda have been removed from their management positions after failing a nationwide performance evaluation, and have been reassigned to teaching roles, education authorities have confirmed. The assessment covered 5,277 leaders from public and government-aided primary and secondary schools, including head teachers, deputy head teachers in charge of academics,…