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September 15, 2026, 10:56 am
All of Africa Today - September 15, 2026
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How Rwanda-Backed M23 Rebels Finance Their War in DR Congo
- [The New Humanitarian] Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo -- "They have methodically consolidated a de facto, deeply illegal, parallel administration."
Rwanda's Online VAT Regime Raises Compliance Questions Early
- [New Times] Ministerial Order nº 004/26/10/TC of 29/04/2026 relating to the value added tax on goods and services provided online (the "Order") took effect on April 29, 2026, and set a three-month deadline. Article 25 of the Order required that by July 29, 2026, suppliers register or appoint representatives, and that Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) put in place a designated portal and integrate its systems with financial institutions facilitating payment.
Sunday's Storms Damage 64 Houses, 10 Classrooms
- [New Times] Strong winds, heavy rain and hailstorms damaged at least 64 houses and 10 classroom roofs across the country on Sunday, September 13, according to the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA).
What to Know As New Laws On Farming, Fishing Come Into Force
- [New Times] Rwandans involved in farming, livestock keeping, fishing and related businesses can now face fines or imprisonment for violating a number of provisions under two new laws that have come into force.
Talent Lab International Opens Kigali Base, Betting On Rwanda's Own Talent Pipeline
- [New Times] Rwanda's growth strategy rests on its people. As investment flows into technology, financial services and hospitality, the question facing employers in Kigali is increasingly a practical one: how fast can an institution grow its own next generation of managers, rather than recruit them from outside?
Meet New Faces in Rwanda's 2026 African Championship Squad
- [New Times] Rwanda men's volleyball national team head coach Frédéric Guérin has travelled to Tunis, Tunisia, with his final 14-man squad for the 2026 African Men's Nations Volleyball Championship, scheduled for September 13-26.
Young Innovators Turn Technology Against Diabetic Amputations
- [New Times] The possibility of making an artificial limb for someone she loved was something Prisca Nikuze never wanted to face.
Rwanda's Creative Industry Must Be Safe for Women to Thrive
- [New Times] Rwanda's creative industry cannot be truly thriving while women working in it continue to navigate sexual harassment, discrimination, and unequal pay.
RRA in Talks With Brazilian Opposite Magnabosco
- [New Times] Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) are reportedly in talks with Brazilian opposite Bia Magnabosco as the club looks to strengthen its squad ahead of the 2026/27 Rwanda Volleyball League season.
Chief Justice - Bisesero Genocide Case Will Continue Despite French Ruling
- [New Times] Chief Justice Domitille Mukantaganzwa has criticised a decision by France's Court of Cassation to dismiss a case against French soldiers accused of failing to protect Tutsi civilians during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
Senators Push Private Sector to Lead Renewable Energy Adoption
- [New Times] Private energy companies should first demonstrate the viability of their renewable energy solutions within the private sector before seeking government infrastructure to test and scale them, Senator Penine Uwimbabazi has said.
New Traceability Drive Seeks to Protect Horticulture Exports
- [New Times] When five tonnes of chilli shipped to Italy in March were rejected and destroyed, horticulture exporter Robert Rukundo was left counting losses that went far beyond the value of the produce.
Inside the Juvenile Prison Where Education Offers a Second Chance
- [New Times] From a distance, the compound looks like any other prison. But that impression changes the moment you step inside the Nyagatare Juvenile Correctional Facility, where classrooms and workshops, rather than cells, are among the first things to greet you.
BK Pro League Enters Matchday Two With Early Statements At Stake
- [New Times] Friday, September 11
APR Ready for Decisive Les Aigles Du Congo Clash
- [New Times] Friday:
Kigali Braces for Action-Packed CAF Football Weekend
- [New Times] Kigali is set for a memorable football weekend as the city hosts three high-profile CAF interclub fixtures over two days, turning Amahoro Stadium into the focal point of continental football action.
House Approves Rwf137bn World Bank Loan for Business Financing
- [New Times] The Chamber of Deputies on Thursday, September 10, approved a draft law authorising the ratification of an $80 million loan (about Rwf136.8 billion) from the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA) to support businesses affected by financing constraints.
NESA Announces Results of A-Level National Exams
- [New Times] Results of the 2025/2026 Advanced Level national examinations will be announced on Friday, September 11 at 2pm, the National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) has announced.
Bukavu - 24 Killed, Dozens Injured After Fire Guts Schools, Homes
- [New Times] At least 24 people died after a fire destroyed several homes and spread to two schools in Bukavu city in eastern DR Congo on Thursday, the AFC/M23 rebel administration said.
Kagame Urges Greater African Participation in Space Economy
- [New Times] President Paul Kagame has spoken about the rapid evolution of the space economy driven by lower costs and new technologies, and how Africa intends to be a full participant.
Rwanda, Brazil Sign New Partnership in Higher Learning
- [New Times] Rwanda and Brazil have expanded their academic cooperation with a new MoU between the University of São Paulo (USP) and Rwanda's Ministry of Education.
MPs Demand Answers From Reg Over Power Outages
- [New Times] Rwanda Energy Group (REG) Chief Executive Officer Maximilien Byilingiro on Thursday, September 10, appeared before the Senate Committee on Economy and Finance, where senators raised concerns over frequent power interruptions and the quality of electricity supplied to consumers.
Over 32,000 Households Graduate From Extreme Poverty Through Ultra Poor Graduation Program
- [New Times] More than 32,000 extremely poor households have graduated from extreme poverty through the Kira Wigire Ultra-Poor Graduation (UPG) Programme Phase II, according to an independent endline evaluation contracted by World Vision Rwanda.
Rwanda, Tanzania Military Commanders Meet to Strengthen Border Security
- [New Times] Military commanders from Rwanda and Tanzania met in Nyagatare District on Wednesday, September 9, to discuss shared security concerns and strengthen cooperation along the two countries' common border.
Uganda - Tooro Kingdom Elders Pick Media Personality As Next Monarch Amid Disputes
- [New Times] Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma has been elected as the next King of the Tooro Kingdom, days after the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV.
Suicide Prevention Day - Expert Urges Listening, Support for People At Risk
- [New Times] As the world marks Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, experts say people who talk about suicide should be taken seriously, listened to without judgement, and helped to get the support they need.
Golf, Esports and Investment Headline Sportsbiz Africa Week in Kigali
- [New Times] From high-level investment discussions at the Kigali Convention Centre to professional golf at Kigali Golf Resort & Villas and continental esports at BK Arena, SportsBiz Africa Week will bring together policymakers, investors, athletes and gamers in Kigali from September 10 to 13.
Govt Seeks to Add 10,000ha of Coffee Land
- [New Times] The government plans to add 10,000 hectares to Rwanda's coffee-growing land over the next three years as it seeks to increase production, improve quality and strengthen the crop's contribution to the national economy.
Gabon Lawmaker Faces Trial Over Assault On Kigali Airport Staff
- [New Times] Gabonese MP Augustin Lobelle Yembi, who was arrested in Kigali following an alleged assault on an employee at Kigali International Airport, has been handed over to authorities in Gabon after diplomatic intervention between Kigali and Libreville, according to Gabonese officials.
