Israel has lifted temporary Ebola-related entry restrictions on Kenya and Rwanda, easing measures that had previously affected travel from several East African countries.

President Paul Kagame has urged global investors and financial institutions to view Africa as a “strategic opportunity, not a risk,” saying investment in the continent should be treated as a driver of economic growth rather than a challenge to avoid.

President Paul Kagame on Monday called for urgent reforms to strengthen air connectivity across Africa, saying the continent must move beyond decades of discussion and take concrete action to advance integration, trade and free movement.

Alphonse Senyoni, a former senior officer in the Rwandan Armed Forces (Ex-FAR), has revealed what transpired on the night of April 7, 1994, following the assassination of President Juvénal Habyarimana, including a plan to appoint Col. Théoneste Bagosora as President briefly emerged before being abandoned.

Kenya’s Kephar Lumbasi Namutala and Ivyne Jeruto claimed victory in the men’s and women’s categories respectively at the Kigali International Peace Marathon held on Sunday, June 14, 2026. However, Rwandan athletes dominated the women’s Half-Marathon, sweeping all three medals on home soil.

Rwanda’s hospitality sector has recorded significant growth over the past years, reflecting broader gains in the country’s tourism industry and economic transformation efforts.

Rwanda has offered to fund the transfer, preservation and digitisation of the archives of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR), arguing before the United Nations Security Council that the historical records of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi should be preserved in the country whose history they document.

The President of the African School of Governance (ASG), Francis Gatare has said that no African country is currently large or strong enough to compete on its own in the global economy, underscoring the need for a new generation of leaders committed to Pan-African cooperation, public service and values-based leadership.

Rwanda recorded a lower rate of suspected digital fraud in 2025 compared to global and regional averages, even as fraud tactics continue to evolve toward more sophisticated, identity-driven scams, according to new research by TransUnion.

RwandAir has been named Best Cabin Service in Africa at the 2026 APEX Awards, marking the first time the airline has received this recognition for its onboard customer experience.

Burundi’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has abruptly recalled its newly appointed ambassador to France, Spès-Caritas Njebarikanuye, less than 24 hours after she formally presented her credentials to the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF).

The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) recently raised its key policy rate from 7.25% to 8.25% as part of ongoing efforts to contain rising inflation, which has remained above the central bank’s target range of 2%–8% and reached 13% in April 2026.

Nyandungu Eco-Park is set to introduce a zipline attraction that will allow visitors to glide above the park and enjoy aerial views of its landscapes and wildlife, as management continues efforts to expand recreational activities and boost tourism.

Rwanda's daily diesel consumption nearly doubled at the height of recent fuel price shocks as buyers from neighbouring countries crossed into the country to purchase subsidised fuel, according to government officials.

Passengers travelling from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan will not be allowed to board flights to the United Arab Emirates, RwandAir has announced, citing public health restrictions linked to Ebola concerns.

Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva has said that discussions on the minimum wage should not be the primary focus, arguing instead that raising productivity is the sustainable path to higher incomes, as employers are more likely to increase wages when output improves.

Rwanda has reassured the public that it is maintaining robust measures to prevent Ebola from entering the country, as health authorities continue to monitor outbreaks affecting parts of East and Central Africa.

Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva has said that without government support, the price of diesel would currently stand at Rwf 3,581 per litre, instead of the regulated Rwf 2,927 announced by the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA).

Rwanda is set to host the 14th IPSF African Pharmaceutical Symposium (AfPS 2026) from July 17 to 27, 2026, with the main symposium running July 20–24 in Kigali, bringing together over 400 pharmacy students, young professionals, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders from more than 30 African countries.

The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has temporarily closed four hospitality establishments after inspections revealed serious non-compliance with applicable tourism and hospitality requirements.