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- [The Mounting Perils of Plastic](https://en.umurengezi.com/the-mounting-perils-of-plastic/) - There is now an estimated 30 million tonnes of plastic waste in seas and oceans and 109 million tonnes in rivers. What are the risks associated with plastic production and usage, and how can firms reduce their exposures? Haul in a fish from the remotest seas, and odds are high you will find plastic in its stomach. The tiny fibers could have come from washing- machine wastewater, personal care items flushed down toilets,
- [Kazispace: A platform Jobseekers and Employers can finally trust](https://en.umurengezi.com/kazispace-a-platform-jobseekers-and-employers-can-finally-trust/) - Youth unemployment is a challenge affecting Rwanda, Africa, and the whole world in general. That is why Kazispace, in partnership with the non-profit organization Melody of New Hope (MNH Ministry), is committed to finding a solution to this problem. As a first step, a platform was created to showcase the skills of anyone seeking employment
- [DRC wants a war - Analysis](https://en.umurengezi.com/drc-wants-a-war-analysis/) - Tensions continue to escalate between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) despite the call for both countries to handle the situation amicably. Few days after DRC expelled the neighbouring country’s envoy, Rwanda has reported that Congolese Army’s fighter jet Sukhoi-25 violated its airspace and briefly touched down at Rubavu Airport in Western Province.
- [President Kagame, Ndayishimiye, Suluhu, Ruto and Lukonde discuss security problems in eastern DRC](https://en.umurengezi.com/president-kagame-ndayishimiye-suluhu-ruto-and-lukonde-discuss-security-problems-in-eastern-drc/) - President Paul Kagame has attended an East African Community (EAC) High Level Consultative meeting on the situation in Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), chaired by his counterpart of Burundi, Evariste Ndayishimiye who also serves as the current EAC Chairperson. The meeting which took place on the sidelines of the 27th United
- [China’s foreign trade of goods up 10.4 % in first 7 months](https://en.umurengezi.com/chinas-foreign-trade-of-goods-up-10-4-in-first-7-months/) - China’s foreign trade of goods jumped 10.4 percent year on year to 23.6 trillion yuan (about 3.5 trillion U.S. dollars) during the first seven months of the year, official data showed Sunday. Exports rose 14.7 percent year on year to 13.37 trillion yuan, while imports increased 5.3 percent from a year ago to 10.23 trillion
- [Rwandan’s GDP uptick, strong market fundamentals offer hope](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwandans-gdp-uptick-strong-market-fundamentals-offer-hope/) - The financial effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to impact the Rwandan credit market, with the newly-released TransUnion Q3 2021 Rwanda Market Analytics Report showing a major decline in the number of new consumer and business accounts being opened and a steady increase in the number of non-performing loans. However, there is light at the
- [Bank of Kigali gets Rwf 30 billion credit to finance SMEs](https://en.umurengezi.com/bank-of-kigali-gets-rwf-30-billion-credit-to-finance-smes/) - European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted Euro 30 million (over Rwf 30 billion) credit to Bank of Kigali expected to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and provide long term loans to private sector. The deal was signed yesterday at Kigali Convention Centre on the sidelines of theAfrica CEO Forum bringing together business leaders and
- [Border market worth $3 million handed to Rubavu district](https://en.umurengezi.com/border-market-worth-3-million-handed-to-rubavu-district/) - A cross border market worth $ 3 million that has been constructed for two years was yesterday handed to Rubavu district officials. The market located at "Petite Barrière" will be used by traders from Rubavu and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Patience Umutesi, The CEO of East Africa Trademark which funded the construction of
- [Kagame launches over US$100 million green investment facility](https://en.umurengezi.com/kagame-launches-over-us100-million-green-investment-facility/) - President Paul Kagame has launched Ireme Invest, Rwanda’s green investment facility, which raised US$104 million in its first capitalization. The facility will invest in private sector led green growth in Rwanda through sustainable finance. The facility was launched on Monday 7th November 2022 in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt on the sidelines of the 27th United
- [Tshisekedi sticks to his intentions to wage an all-out war on Rwanda](https://en.umurengezi.com/tshisekedi-sticks-to-his-intentions-to-wage-an-all-out-war-on-rwanda/) - The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Félix Tshisekedi has figuratively revealed that it is time to wage a war on Rwanda after elucidating that diplomatic process is no longer a promising option to restore peace in the eastern part of his country. Tshisekedi made the revelation in the evening of Thursday 3rd
- [Former smugglers acquire computer, community policing skills](https://en.umurengezi.com/former-smugglers-acquire-computer-community-policing-skills/) - Last year, Rwanda National Police (RNP) helped hundreds of women and young people in Rubavu District, to form fishing, hog farming and poultry cooperatives. These were the people, who were at the time engaged in various unlawful cross-border activities such as smuggling and illegal fishing. During its month-long community development activities dubbed the ’Police Month’
- [DRC admits that its fighter jet violated Rwanda’s airspace](https://en.umurengezi.com/drc-admits-that-its-fighter-jet-violated-rwandas-airspace/) - The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has admitted that its military jet violated Rwanda’s airspace but explained that the incident happened by accident. On Monday 7th November 2022, the Government of Rwanda released a statement indicating that a fighter jet Sukhoi-25 belonging to Congolese Army (FARDC) violated its airspace and briefly landed at Rubavu Airport
- [DR Congo reports one suspected Ebola case: WHO](https://en.umurengezi.com/dr-congo-reports-one-suspected-ebola-case-who/) - BRAZZAVILLE, Aug. 21 (Xinhua) — Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are investigating a case suspected of Ebola virus disease, in the country’s northeastern province of North Kivu, as DRC’s latest Ebola epidemic was declared over in early July, said the World Health Organization (WHO) regional office for Africa via a
- [Rwandan breast cancer survivors highlight importance of early detection](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwandan-breast-cancer-survivors-highlight-importance-of-early-detection/) - As the world marks this year’s breast cancer awareness month, 47-year-old Rwandan mother Francine Uwumukiza recalls the nightmares she went through when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Despite regular exercises and eating a balanced diet and green vegetables, the mother of three never thought it could happen to her. "It was not something I
- [AstraZeneca , Rwanda partner to improve healthcare for hypertension](https://en.umurengezi.com/astrazeneca-rwanda-partner-to-improve-healthcare-for-hypertension/) - The Ministry of Health, the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) and AstraZeneca have officially celebrated the expansion of the Healthy Heart Africa (HHA) programme to Rwanda. The launch took place on Tuesday 26th July 2022 at the Nyarugenge District Hospital in Kigali, in an event that saw the public receive free screening for hypertension and diabetes.
- [Rwanda reduces price of COVID-19 rapid test](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-reduces-price-of-covid-19-rapid-test/) - Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has reduced the cost of COVID-19 rapid test from Rwf10, 000 to 5,000. “Rwanda Biomedical Center informs the public that effective 9th August 2021, the price of a rapid diagnostic test for COVID-19 in private clinics shall not exceed Rwf5, 000. The list of accredited private clinics that can conduct COVID-19
- [Rwanda organizes first ever cycling race in celebration of ’Patriotism Day’](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-organizes-first-ever-cycling-race-in-celebration-of-patriotism-day/) - Rwanda Cycling Federation (FERWACY), in collaboration with Kirehe District have organized a race called ’Gisaka Race’ as part of the celebration of Patriotism Day. ’Gisaka Race’ that will see riders making laps in Kirehe District is scheduled on October 1, 2022. It will attract the participation of 18 teams including Ferwacy members and continental teams
- [Rwanda readies for Basketball Africa League Season 2 Playoffs and Finals to be held in Kigali](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-readies-for-basketball-africa-league-season-2-playoffs-and-finals-to-be-held-in-kigali/) - The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and The Basketball Africa League (BAL), on Tuesday 19th April 2022, held a joint media event on the sidelines of the Nile Conference of BAL Season 2, taking place in Cairo, Egypt. This comes ahead of Rwanda’s preparations to host the playoffs and finals of the NBA affiliated Africa league
- [The Ben to stage a concert in Sweden](https://en.umurengezi.com/the-ben-to-stage-a-concert-in-sweden/) - Rwandan artiste Benjamin Mugisha renowned by stage name as The Ben has revealed that he is set to stage a concert in Sweden. The artiste has via his social media accounts informed fans that the concert will take place on 30th July 2022. The Ben has promised a thrilling concert to his fans and urged
- [Tayc in Rwanda for concert at Kigali Arena](https://en.umurengezi.com/tayc-in-rwanda-for-concert-at-kigali-arena/) - Singer Julien Franck Bouadjie renowned for stage name as Tayc has arrived in Rwanda where he is expected to stage a concert on 30th July 2022 at Kigali Arena. The artiste accompanied by members of his management team was welcomed by organizers of the concert at Kigali International Airport around 11 p.m. before heading to
- [4G Internet access reaches 95% countrywide](https://en.umurengezi.com/4g-internet-access-reaches-95-countrywide/) - 4G network coverage has been rolled out across all districts of the country and access stands at 95% of the population, according to Korea Telecom Rwanda Networks (KTRN). The 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) internet provider which is licensed as a wholesaler to expand the internet countrywide announced the coverage during an event to celebrate
- [eLearnAfrica offers Rwandan civil servants a bursary for Coventry University online MBA](https://en.umurengezi.com/elearnafrica-offers-rwandan-civil-servants-a-bursary-for-coventry-university-online-mba/) - eLearnAfrica, the premier online education provider in Africa, has partnered with Coventry University, one of UK’s top higher education institutions, to provide an entire MBA programme online. Completion of the programme takes two years of part-time study and will provide graduates with a world-class MBA from a globally recognized university. As part of the Coventry
- [Rwanda organizes first ever cycling race in celebration of ’Patriotism Day’](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-organizes-first-ever-cycling-race-in-celebration-of-patriotism-day-2/) - Rwanda Cycling Federation (FERWACY), in collaboration with Kirehe District have organized a race called ’Gisaka Race’ as part of the celebration of Patriotism Day. ’Gisaka Race’ that will see riders making laps in Kirehe District is scheduled on October 1, 2022. It will attract the participation of 18 teams including Ferwacy members and continental teams
- [Rwanda launches Medusa, the first climate observatory instrument of its kind in Africa](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-launches-medusa-the-first-climate-observatory-instrument-of-its-kind-in-africa/) - The University of Rwanda has launched Rwanda Climate Observatory equipped with Medusa, a highly professional instrument used in climate and meteorological observations which is the first of its kind in Africa. Medusa can trace and measure 50 greenhouse gases. The launch of the Observatory operating in the University of Rwanda’s College of Science and Technology
- [Fresh call to streamline climate change response](https://en.umurengezi.com/fresh-call-to-streamline-climate-change-response/) - Civil Society Organizations have been urged to take the lead in designing and thoroughly implementing measures aimed at mitigating climate change effects and ensure more resilient communities. The call was made on Thursday 21st October following the presentation of research findings on the role of Civil Society Organizations (CSOS) in the implementation of National Determined
- [‘It’s astonishing’: endangered bat not seen in 40 years found in Rwanda](https://en.umurengezi.com/its-astonishing-endangered-bat-not-seen-in-40-years-found-in-rwanda/) - Hill’s horseshoe bat, which conservationists feared was extinct, discovered clinging to life in Nyungwe rainforest. A critically endangered species of bats not sighted in 40 years has been found in Rwanda, with the “incredible” discovery delighting conservationists who had feared it was already extinct. But the Hill’s horseshoe bat was in fact still clinging to
- [Kigali’s Urban Wetland Eco-Tourism Park, an environmental protection lesson to the African cities](https://en.umurengezi.com/kigalis-urban-wetland-eco-tourism-park-an-environmental-protection-lesson-to-the-african-cities/) - Wetlands are among the world’s most threatened habitats, with only 13% of the original habitats left. Africa’s wetlands are threatened by habitat destruction and degradation, invasive alien species, pollution, over harvesting and climate change. However, African wetlands provide staple foods such as rice, fish and other materials for up to 15% of the world’s population.
- [Rwanda in high gear with Tubeho Neza to reduce firewood use](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-in-high-gear-with-tubeho-neza-to-reduce-firewood-use/) - Over 2.8 billion people across the world still use traditional cooking fuels including charcoal and firewood which contribute to carbon emissions, and result in devastating effects to the environment and climate change. Rwanda is among countries with segments of the population using traditional cooking fuels. Figures from the Ministry of Environment indicate that 79.9% of
- [LT Global Ltd completes affordable residential houses in Nyarutarama](https://en.umurengezi.com/lt-global-ltd-completes-affordable-residential-houses-in-nyarutarama/) - LT Global Ltd has completed the construction of eight new affordable residential houses for Rwandans in need of graduating from renting to living in their own houses meeting modern and international housing standards. The eye-catching houses are located in Kibiraro I Village, Nyarutarama cell, Remera Sector of Gasabo District in Kigali City. Every house has
- [More Kangondo families move to Busanza estate as heavy rains loom](https://en.umurengezi.com/more-kangondo-families-move-to-busanza-estate-as-heavy-rains-loom/) - Some 12 families comprising 84 people from Kangondo and Kibiraro villages have relocated to Busanza model village in Kicukiro District after City authorities set a deadline for over 600 families to relocate before the upcoming rainy season. The families, which moved in on Tuesday, September 13, are the third group to relocate to the newly
- [Over 75% of Kangondo, Kibiraro residents relocated to Busanza](https://en.umurengezi.com/over-75-of-kangondo-kibiraro-residents-relocated-to-busanza/) - A total of 960 households, comprising 4,173 people, have been relocated from the high risk Kangondo 1, Kangondo 2 and Kibiraro villages in Remera Sector to the new estate in Busanza, Kicukiro District. This was confirmed by officials from Kigali City on Friday, September 16. The number represents 76 per cent of all the residents
- [’No teachers allowed to return to school before receiving third dose of COVID-19’](https://en.umurengezi.com/no-teachers-allowed-to-return-to-school-before-receiving-third-dose-of-covid-19/) - The Minister of Education, Dr. Valentine Uwamariya has said that all teachers must have received the third dose (booster) of COVI-19 vaccine before returning to school in the second school term. Primary and secondary schools are expected to open respectively on 10th and 13th January 2021. The second term is opening few weeks after Rwanda
- [Teachers hailed for contribution to national development](https://en.umurengezi.com/teachers-hailed-for-contribution-to-national-development/) - Prime Minister, Dr. Edouard Ngirente has relayed the message from President Paul Kagame to teachers highlighting that the country recognizes their contribution to national development. Premier Ngirente delivered the message at the celebration of World Teachers’ Day marked on Wednesday 2nd November 2022. In Rwanda, the event was held at BK Arena at national level
- [Over Rwf573 billion to be injected in education: Projects expected this year](https://en.umurengezi.com/over-rwf573-billion-to-be-injected-in-education-projects-expected-this-year/) - The education sector is one of the areas undergoing many changes that the beneficiaries are applauding. Parents are happy about the equalization of school fees in public and charter schools, teachers are also smiling over the increase in salary. In bid to continue supporting the education sector, the Rwandan government is going to invest a
- [Over 39,000 students to repeat school year after failing national examinations](https://en.umurengezi.com/over-39000-students-to-repeat-school-year-after-failing-national-examinations/) - The Ministry of Education has revealed that 39,655 students who failed to secure a pass mark in 2021/2022 National Examinations are set to repeat the school year. The details emerged on Tuesday 27th September 2022 as the ministry announced results for primary school and ordinary level national examinations for the year 2021/2022. The Minister of
- [Rwanda inducts over 150 teachers recruited from Zimbabwe](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-inducts-over-150-teachers-recruited-from-zimbabwe/) - The Government of Rwanda has received the first batch of 154 Zimbabwean teachers expected to contribute to the country’s efforts to promote quality education. The educators who arrived in Kigali in the evening of Wednesday 19th October 2022 include 135 to be deployed in Teachers Training Colleges (TTCs). Others will be deployed to Technical and
- [Rwanda generates Rwf6 billion from agricultural exports in one week](https://en.umurengezi.com/rwanda-generates-rwf6-billion-from-agricultural-exports-in-one-week/) - The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) has revealed that Rwanda generated US$5,970,950 (approximately Rwf6 billion) from agricultural exports last week. Exported products include fruits and vegetables, flowers, coffee and tea among others. Figures from NAEB show that the country exported 299.56 tons of coffee worth US$2,000,650. The price of Rwanda’s coffee at the international
- [Youth agripreneurs to converge in Kigali](https://en.umurengezi.com/youth-agripreneurs-to-converge-in-kigali/) - More than 300 global and African thought leaders and youth agripreneurs will come together for The MasterCard Foundation’s second Young Africa Works Summit on February 16 to 17 in Kigali, Rwanda.The event will spark new thinking on how Africa’s growing youth population can transform the agricultural sector. Fifty young people will also attend to share
- [Governments-led efforts can tackle Africa’s food insecurity: Report](https://en.umurengezi.com/governments-led-efforts-can-tackle-africas-food-insecurity-report/) - African governments need to lead and coordinate domestic and external efforts to urgently and holistically tackle food insecurity on the continent, according to a new report launched in Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, Tuesday. The 2022 Africa Agriculture Status Report by the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) was released at the ongoing Africa Green
- [We need transformation in how our food systems are organized – Kagame](https://en.umurengezi.com/we-need-transformation-in-how-our-food-systems-are-organized-kagame/) - President Paul Kagame has called for concerted efforts to transform food systems on the African continent to ensure equitable food sufficiency. Kagame made the call on Wednesday 8th September 2021 at the African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF 2021) held in Kenya from 7th to 10th September 2021. The summit brought together leaders from around Africa
- [It is time to mend relations with Rwanda - Ndayishimiye](https://en.umurengezi.com/it-is-time-to-mend-relations-with-rwanda-ndayishimiye/) - The President of Burundi, Evariste Ndayishimiye has said that the time has come to mend political tensions that ruined relations with Rwanda since 2015. Ndayishimiye made the revelation on Thursday 1st July 2021 as Burundi celebrated the 59th Independence Day. The ceremony was also attended by Rwanda’s Prime Minister, Dr. Edouard Ngirente representing President Paul
- [AuraSoft to launch RIHA Mobile Wallet system](https://en.umurengezi.com/aurasoft-to-launch-riha-mobile-wallet-system/) - The remittance industry has evolved in recent years, with mobile operators and fin-tech companies providing attractive alternatives to the traditional models by offering more convenient and cheaper methods of sending remittances via mobile phones. Aurasoft a young and dynamic Rwandan multi-skilled software service provider has announced it will launch a new remittance system called “RIHA
- [RDB sign cooperation agreement to promote regional tourism](https://en.umurengezi.com/rdb-sign-cooperation-agreement-to-promote-regional-tourism/) - The Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA), Rwanda Development Board (RDB), Rwanda Chamber of Tourism (RCT) and the East African Tourism Platform (EATP) have signed partnership agreement that will see the development of business and leisure travel in the East African Community. The framework will enhance cooperation between the above parties and improve the region’s
- [Why you should visit Rwanda now](https://en.umurengezi.com/why-you-should-visit-rwanda-now/) - Like many countries around the world, tourism to Rwanda has taken a massive hit during Covid. However, Rwanda is taking positive steps to move forward and ensure tourism returns, but in a safe and thoughtful way. The country has put in place a strong Covid-testing program to ensure the future of its national parks and
- [Mount K’njaro wins Africa ‘s leading tourist attraction award](https://en.umurengezi.com/mount-knjaro-wins-africa-s-leading-tourist-attraction-award/) - Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, and the highest freestanding mountain in the world, has been declared Africa’s leading tourist attraction in 2016 during the World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Zanzibar.A statement issued by the Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB), yesterday said the red carpet event attended by hundreds of
- [RDB unveils new tourism experience, Paramotoring](https://en.umurengezi.com/rdb-unveils-new-tourism-experience-paramotoring/) - Rwanda Development Board (RDB) in partnership with the Rwanda Flying Club and the Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority, has unveiled paramotoring, a new tourism product that is intended to boost the sector. Paramotoring, is a form of ultralight aviation where the pilot wears a motor on his back providing him with enough thrust to take off
- [Kigali Radisson Blu Hotel win 4 global awards as best hotel in Rwanda](https://en.umurengezi.com/kigali-radisson-blu-hotel-win-4-global-awards-as-best-hotel-in-rwanda/) - Radisson Blu Hotel and Kigali Convention Centre, scooped four awards in Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2018 in a gala ceremony held on Thursday, November 1, this year at Palazzo Versace Dubai. Kigali Radisson Blu Hotel and Convention Centre were recognized as Best Conference Venue Hotel, Best MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events) Hotel, Best
- [World Cup 2022: England arrive in Qatar ready for 'pinnacle of world football'](https://en.umurengezi.com/world-cup-2022-england-arrive-in-qatar-ready-for-pinnacle-of-world-football/) - Gareth Southgate's 26-man squad left Birmingham earlier in the day and will spend the next few days at their training camp near Doha before their opening game of the tournament. England face Iran in Group B on Monday, 21 November (13:00 GMT) before games against the United States and Wales. "Excitement is building among everyone," said
- [Lost dog walks into police station in England](https://en.umurengezi.com/lost-dog-walks-into-police-station-in-england/) - A dog who wandered away while out for a walk in England was reunited with her owner after the canine walked through the front door of a police station. Leicestershire Police posted a video to Facebook showing the border collie, named Rosie, calmly walking into the Loughborough Police Station through the automatic doors. "Our staff fetched some
- [Texas homeowner says 'hooker' ghosts have taken over rental property](https://en.umurengezi.com/texas-homeowner-says-hooker-ghosts-have-taken-over-rental-property/) - A Texas woman made a spooky discovery about her rental home in Gainesville after several renters claimed it was haunted. Linda Hill, owner of Hill House Manor, told "Jesse Watters Primetime" Monday she was taking a shower when she heard someone say "looking good." "I thought it was my husband. I mean, he and I were the
- [Funeral is called off at the last minute when the 'dead man' turns up alive and well in Kenya](https://en.umurengezi.com/funeral-is-called-off-at-the-last-minute-when-the-dead-man-turns-up-alive-and-well-in-kenya/) - A funeral in Kenya had to be called off after the supposedly dead man turned up alive and well. A grave for Wilson Oluoch had already been prepared in his home village near Awendo in Migori county, western Kenya. He had gone missing three weeks previously and, when a decomposed male body was found in
- [Let's Visit Lavigerie Missionary Center, a center with modern Accommodation](https://en.umurengezi.com/lets-visit-lavigerie-missionary-center-a-center-with-modern-accommodation/) - Founded by the Missionaries of Africa, the Lavigerie Missionary Center was launched on December 16, 2021. It is a pastoral center that welcomes people wishing to enter into communion with God through training sessions, research sessions, conferences and other pastoral activities. It opened its branch in Rwanda, precisely in Kiyovu, near the Polyclinic La Médicale,
- [“Deforestation over cash crop, a threat on Environment and next generations.” - Experts Alert](https://en.umurengezi.com/deforestation-over-cash-crop-a-threat-on-environment-and-next-generations-experts-alert/) - Farmers in Gakenke District have increasingly turned to pineapple farming on the district's steep mountain slopes, attracted by the crop's profitability and rising demand. However, environmental experts are raising alarms over the potential long-term consequences of this agricultural practice, which may negatively impact both the environment and future generations. The district's hilly terrain, characterized by
- [Musanze step in Gvt’ reforestation plan to tackle climate change ](https://en.umurengezi.com/musanze-step-in-gvt-reforestation-plan-to-tackle-climate-change/) - Deforestation in Rwanda became a pressing issue in last years as population increased, consequences were around and the issue accelerated by old trees which were not productive. It is in that line Government of Rwanda set a vision 2030 plan in Afforestation and reforestation where 30% of surface will be covered by forests and Musanze
- [Road accidents, littering among heavy threats to the biodiversity in Nyungwe National Park](https://en.umurengezi.com/road-accidents-littering-among-heavy-threats-to-the-biodiversity-in-nyungwe-national-park/) - The management of Nyungwe National Park, would like to address the ongoing threats to the conservation of the ecosystem within the park. Accidents on the Kitabi-Gisakura road and illegal dumping of garbage are among the primary concerns. Nyungwe National Park, spanning 101,900 hectares, boasts a diverse range of wildlife including 85 mammal species, 13 types of primates, over 322
- [E-wastes: Environmental and Health Poison, Rwanda Mitigation on Top](https://en.umurengezi.com/e-wastes-environmental-and-health-poison-rwanda-mitigation-on-top/) - Electronic wastes, or e-waste, has become a global environmental problem, and Rwanda is not an exception. The development of digital industry and ICT, the country has significant increasing of e-waste being discarded. In Rwanda, the handling of e-waste is under the RURA (Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority), which has put in place stringent laws on the
- [Climate Fund Managers Make History with Unprecedented Debt-for-Climate Conversion to Safeguard Galapagos Islands](https://en.umurengezi.com/climate-fund-managers-make-history-with-unprecedented-debt-for-climate-conversion-to-safeguard-galapagos-islands/) - THE HAGUE, Netherlands, May 10, 2023/ — Climate Fund Managers (CFM) (www.ClimateFundManagers.com), the leading climate-centric investment firm co-owned by Sanlam Infraworks, part of the Sanlam Group of South Africa and FMO, the Dutch development bank, today announced the financial close of a new debt-for-climate conversion. The landmark transaction, which CFM facilitated via its marine ecosystem
- [Climate Change Impacts: Governments Must Invest in Mental Health Infrastructure](https://en.umurengezi.com/climate-change-impacts-governments-must-invest-in-mental-health-infrastructure/) - Nairobi, Kenya May 10 2023: African governments need to urgently invest in mental health infrastructure so that they can tackle the rising but hidden cases of climate-related stress among farmers and livestock keepers. Speakers at a meeting organized by the African Coalition of Communities Responsive to Climate Change (ACCRCC) and the Kenya Red Cross Society noted
- [VOA Journalist arrested in the Eastern DRC](https://en.umurengezi.com/voa-journalist-arrested-in-the-eastern-drc/) - Jimmy Shukrani Bakomera, a Journalist working for the Voice of America in the Kirundi and Kinyarwanda department was arrested in eastern Congo. Jimmy Shukrani Bakomera is accused of close collaboration with M23. Jimmy Shukrani Bakomera was arrested in Karuba, in Masisi Territory on Thursday 16 February 2023. Congolese intelligence agencies say that this journalist works
- [African expert urges for innovative measures to contain noncommunicable diseases](https://en.umurengezi.com/african-expert-urges-for-innovative-measures-to-contain-noncommunicable-diseases/) - NAIROBI, Sept. 1 (Xinhua) — The rising burden of noncommunicable diseases in Africa is a wakeup call for governments, funders and industry to design bold strategies that prioritize early diagnosis and access to quality therapeutics for patients in order to stem fatalities, an expert said Thursday. Emmanuel Mensah, the West Africa Regional Lead for
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