Reporting from the Hobe News archive
Rwanda's economy grew by 8.1% in the third quarter of 2024, following increases of 9.8% in the second quarter and 9.7% in the first quarter. This brings the average growth rate for the first three quarters of 2024 to…
The government of Rwanda and American comedian and television host Steve Harvey's company BILT LLC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote tourism and investment in Rwanda. The agreement was signed on…
Uganda's national cricket team claimed victory in the ILT20 Continent Cup, which concluded after a week-long tournament in Kigali, Rwanda. This competition was part of the International Cricket Council's (ICC) monthly…
Rwanda National Police and the Ethiopian Federal Police signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) seeking to explore ways to strengthen police cooperation in promoting peace, stability, and security. The MoU was…
On Sunday, December 15, 957 public servants from various institutions graduated from the Public Servant Induction Programme. The programme is designed to promote collaboration, professionalism, ethics, and strategic…
After dedicating seven years of her life to medical school, May—a determined young doctor in Myanmar—was on the verge of realizing her lifelong ambition. Her journey was one of commitment and sacrifice, culminating in…
Rwandans residing in Manchester, United Kingdom, gathered over the weekend for a vibrant end-of-year celebration, honoring their culture and unity. Organized by the Rwandese Community of Greater Manchester in…
On Friday, December 13, 2024, Rwanda concluded the FIA General Assembly with a grand ceremony marking the organization’s 120th anniversary. The event, held in Kigali, brought together global motorsport leaders,…
On Friday, 13 December 2024, Ambassador James Ngango, Rwanda’s envoy to Slovenia, presented his Letters of Credence to President Nataša Pirc Musar in Ljubljana. According to the Rwanda Embassy in Switzerland accredited…
South Korea’s parliament has voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol following his controversial attempt to impose martial law earlier this month. The decision triggered a constitutional crisis, with violent clashes…
On Friday, December 13, 2024, in Zurich, Switzerland, FIFA conducted the draw for the European qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. A total of 49…
Prime Minister, Dr. Edouard Ngirente, on Friday, December 13, commissioned 635 officers, who completed the 13th intake of the Police Cadet Course at the Police Training School (PTS) Gishari in Rwamagana District. The…
Top performers in various motorsport disciplines gathered at BK Arena for the FIA annual awards ceremony to celebrate their exceptional achievements. The event recognized winners from premier competitions such as…
Brian Kagame, the youngest son of Rwandan President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame, has successfully completed his military training at the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United…
Defence attachés accredited to Rwanda were hosted on 13 December 2024 to a security briefing at the MINADEF/RDF Headquarters in Kimihurura. They received updates on Rwanda’s internal and external security situation, as…
Today, Rwanda proudly joins the global community in celebrating Teacher’s Day, under the theme: “A Valued Teacher is an Empowered Educator.” This occasion serves as a reminder of the essential role educators play in…
Rwanda has become the first African country to sign the “United Against Online Abuse” (UAOA) Charter, an initiative led by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) to address online abuse and hate speech in…
On Thursday, 12 December 2024, the Government of Rwanda, in partnership with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), received another group of 149 refugees and asylum seekers from Libya. They were evacuated from Libya under a…
Renowned American comedian, actor, and television host Steve Harvey made a return to Kigali, less than a month after his last visit. Harvey attended the unveiling of Rwanda’s first locally-made Cross Car, an event…
On Thursday evening, President Paul Kagame, alongside FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, unveiled a Rwanda-made "Cross Car" designed and built by students from IPRC Kigali. The event took place at the Kigali…
Donald Trump has been named Time Magazine’s Person of the Year for the second time, following his historic political comeback in the 2024 presidential election. He previously received the honor in 2016 after his first…
President Paul Kagame, on Thursday, December 12, received a delegation from the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation, led by Dr. Senait Fisseha. According to the Office of the President, they discussed the foundation’s…
Authorities in Syria announced on Thursday that an American citizen, previously imprisoned during Bashar al-Assad’s rule, was discovered near Damascus and handed over to the rebel group now controlling the capital. The…
For travelers conscious of their environmental impact, air travel presents a significant dilemma. Flights contribute around 3% of global carbon dioxide emissions annually, with U.S. aviation accounting for 10% of…