Journalist│ Media Trainer │ Communication Specialist│ KT Press│ Gooner!
Is this you? As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.
Claim your profile
Articles by Williams Buningwire
Silent Diseases, Loud Lessons: How Free Health Screening Saves Lives
1 Claudine Mukagasana (not her real name), 34, woke before sunrise on a cold Sunday morning, wrapped in faith and routine as she prepared for church. The air was still, her spirit calm and ready for prayer. As she approached Rwamagana Catholic Church Parish, something unexpected slowed her steps. Before the sound of hymns reached her ears, she noticed a long, silent line of people stretching across the parish compound.
The Hands That Build the Nation: Weaving Rwanda’s Economic Future
1 Without private sector membership’s devotion, a nation has no economy, much less any chance to grow economically. The economy expands as they do. Conversely, it shrinks. Particularly, in Rwanda, that belief takes on real meaning, as the private sector is believed to stand at the forefront of building an economy defined not only by numbers, but by shared purpose, future and determination.
Survivors of Recent Lightening Strike Grateful for Gov’t Support
0 Survivors of the recent lightning strike which claimed lives of nine people in the Western and Northern province have applauded the government’s support and responsiveness. The incident occurred in Ngororero, Musanze, and Rutsiro districts on July 8. After the catastrophe, the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) extended condolence messages to the families of victims availed Rwf200,000 for every bereaved family and supported funeral arrangement.
FEATURED: Rwanda ICT Chamber Creates Platform to Boost EdTech Investment
1 The Rwanda ICT Chamber, an umbrella of ICT private based companies in Rwanda, has established an initiative dubbed “EdTech Players Night,” that will bring together EdTech players to discuss trends, leverage cutting-edge solutions, address gaps, and foster partnerships and investments. The EdTech players include tech entrepreneurs, educational institutions, teachers, students, parents, policymakers, and development partners.
EdTech Monday To Discuss Extending Libraries To Unserved Rural Students
1 There is a place of serenity, tranquillity, stillness, and an infinite supply of knowledge; that place is a library, which is stunning in all of its forms. However, such places(libraries) are few and some people, especially rural students, seeking to expand their knowledge on a couple of subjects do not have enough access to them.
EdTech Monday: April Episode To Discuss Furthering Public, Private Partnership
1 This Monday, the EdTech program will discuss how further public and private companies can partner to enhance sustainable initiatives. EdTech Monday is a collaboration between the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT and the Rwanda ICT Chamber. The program’s goal is to promote technology as a tool for boosting education and learning.
EdTech Monday Returns With Focus On Investment And Evaluation Of Digital Tools
0 The EdTech Monday program will be back on air today, Monday, March 2024, with discussions focused on how to invest in development and assessment of digital tools at all levels, in the education sector. As usual, it will be an hour-long program aired on KT radio, and will also be live streamed on Kigali Today’s YouTube channel at 6PM to 7PM. EdTech Monday is a joint program of the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT and the Rwanda ICT Chamber.
Japanese Embassy, Jordan Foundation Sign Grant to Educate Visually Impaired Children
1 The Japanese embassy in Rwanda and Jordan foundation have signed a grant worth $ 61,712 to construct a primary school and a dormitory for visually impaired children in Gasabo district, City of Kigali. Jordan Foundation is a local non-profit organization that serves children with visual impairments. The grant to construct their school was signed on 13 February, 2024.
EdTech: Learn Something New Every Day, Improve Your Teaching Methods
1 Teachers, whether novices or veterans, can always learn something new to match with the digital teaching, or self-learning. Technology is becoming irreplaceable. That is the message from KT radio’s EdTech Monday program held on 26, February 2024. EdTech Monday is a joint initiative of the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT and the Rwanda ICT Chamber. The show is about using technology to improve education and learning in Rwanda.
EdTech Monday Is Back With Focus On The Impact Of Equipping Teachers With Digital Skills
1 Today, EdTech Monday will return on KT Radio with an emphasis on how impactful teacher’s training can be on digital learning, and human resource development. It will be the first EdTech Monday edition since the start of 2024, and will be held on February 26. EdTech Monday is an initiative of the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT, in collaboration with the Rwanda ICT Chamber. The show focuses on using technology to improve education and learning in Rwanda.
Stand Out and Fight For What You Want to Be, Or Have ─ President Kagame To the Youth
1 President Paul Kagame says there would be no reason for young people to bring excuses because of “who they are, what they want to be, or what they want to have in their lives.” “You must not be apologetic, you must stand out, you must come out, you must fight for what you want to be and what you want to have. Don’t wait for anybody to come and give it to you as a gift because there will be nobody who will do that,” President Kagame said.
One Student Dead In A Dormitory Fire Incident
1 One student is reported dead, another injured after EAV Rushashi dormitory, an agro-veterinary school located in Gakenke District, caught fire on January 20. The incident occurred at around 3 AM due to short circuit, according to Gakenke district mayor Mukandayisenga Vestine speaking to Kigalitoday.com, our sister website. One student was reportedly killed by electricity shock while another was injured in the back while trying to escape.
Construction Sector, RURA and Rwanda Police - Who-is-Who On Rwanda Bribery Index
2 This year’s Rwanda Bribery Index, or RBI report indicates that the private sector-construction services, Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) and Rwanda Police are on top of the list among the top areas where bribery is still prevalent, despite ‘zero tolerance’ measures to combat corruption. Transparency International (T.I Rwanda) released the RBI report on December 7. RBI is an annual report that indicates the level of corruption in Rwanda, and its causes.
Kenya, Uganda to Partner with Rwanda to Remove EdTech Barriers
1 Technology, when wisely designed has potentials to accelerate, magnify, and spread the impact of good teaching practices. The Edtech Monday program has been pushing technology in education, and has so far brought together three East African countries to support the invention of education tech solutions. The countries are Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda, according to Grace Mbuyi, Communications Manager at Rwanda ICT Chamber.
Lt. General Charles Kayonga Appointed As Rwanda’s Ambassador to Turkey
1 The cabinet meeting this November 29 appointed Lt Gen.(Rtd )Charles Kayonga as Rwanda’s Ambassador to Turkey. He is replacing Fidelis Mironko who has served in the similar position since 2020. Previously, Kayonga served as Rwanda’s Ambassador to China for four years, and prior to this, he served as Chief of Defence Staff among other senior positions in Rwanda Defence Force(RDF).
EdTech Monday to Discuss AU’s 2024 Resolution On “Education For 21st Century”
1 The EdTech programme will return this Monday. It will be this year’s last episode, and the debate is expected to discuss one of the most fundamental 2024 resolutions─ “educate an African fit for the 21st century” as decided by the African Union (AU). According to the AU, the 2024 resolution on education will be focusing on building resilient education systems for increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning on the continent.
Unbridled Celebrations at UR 9th Graduation
1 Musanze district, a touristic hub in the Northern Province was a place to be today for the 9th graduation of the University of Rwanda, an institution with six colleges which has added 8,321 graduates from Bachelor through PhD to the labor market. They include 38 graduates Doctor of Philosophy (PhDs), an increase compared to last year with 25 graduates.
Digital Literacy Teachers Raise Concern of Language Barrier In Schools
2 In Rwanda, importance of digital literacy has grown significantly, but it remains a puzzle to digital literacy teachers that instruct lessons to some students who neither write nor speak basic English language. Following several cases of English illiterates who are mistakenly admitted to digital literacy schools, some schools have established compulsory “English entry exams.” For instance, before being admitted to WEDTC digital skills school, a student first sits for English entry examinations.
World Food Day 2023: Officials Explain Connection Between Water And Food
1 Agriculture is mostly dependent on rainfall. So, harvesting and conserving rainwater is critical to increasing agricultural production. Rainwater harvesting and conservation remains key, and was part of messages that dominated the world food day celebrations, held on 27 October 2023. It was also this year’s theme dubbed “Water is Life, Water is Food.
National Examination Markers To Get the Long Awaited Wages Next Week
It has been about two months now, since national examination markers finished the marking process. However, markers who are also teachers in secondary and primary schools say they have not received their wages and no explanation on the reason of delays. “I don’t know who and where to ask from. We are many who marked national exams with this similar problem,” one of the teachers told Kigali today. com, our sister website.
Tuberculosis On the Rise: Who Is At Risk?
Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) says that this year, the number of tuberculosis cases increased from 5,538 to 9,417 across the country. This means 3879 new tuberculosis cases were registered in 2022/2023 compared to 2021/22. Tuberculosis is a communicable contagious bacterial illness that mostly affects the lungs. It is a major source of morbidity and death, with the majority of these deaths preventable by early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Kenyan Elephant Activist Traverses Rwanda On Over 2000km Walk Across East Africa
Kenyan elephant research scientist and activist against poaching and trade in ivory, Dr. Jim Justus Nyamu, says that elephants are in major trouble and have disappeared in many African countries. The ecologist who is also the Executive Director for Elephant Neighbors Center (ENC) is expected to cover a total of 3000 kilometres, conducting the campaign dubbed “Ivory belongs to elephants” in four EAC member countries. They include Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and Democratic republic of Congo (RDC).
Heavy Rain Kills A Pupil On Her Way Home
At least one person has been killed, seven injured by lighting, school rooftops blown off, after a heavy rain poured across the in Southern Province of Rwanda. The deceased is a six-year-old female pupil identified as Vanessa Mutuyimana from Nyabubare primary school located in Kibirizi sector, Nyamagabe district. The tragedy occurred when the pupil was going back home from school with her colleagues, but was swept by strong running water and heavy rain.
Former Police Chief, Five Commissioners Retired
President Paul Kagame has sent to retirement six Commissioners of Police, as well as several other officers, according to the Rwanda National Police (RNP) communique today. Commissioner General Emmanuel Gasana, who presently serves as the Governor of Eastern Province, is among the retirees. Other three Commissioners of Police who were retired include Emmanuel Butera, Vianney Nshimiyimana, and Bruce Munyambo.
Teachers Suggest Parents To Add Laptops To the List Of Scholastic Materials
There are several benefits of using pen and paper, but teachers say parents should add laptops to the list of scholastic materials, for further digital learning, research and personalized lessons for students.
Cyclists In EAC Integration Awareness Leave Kigali
Thirty (30) cycling volunteers from the six East African community member countries are currently on a forty-five-day bike tour to promote greater public understanding of East African integration, promoting efforts to boost food security and advocating for mitigation of climate change effects. Today, they kicked-off a ride from Rwanda heading to Uganda, where the journey started and will conclude.
Sponsored: Bank of Kigali Launches A New Private Banking Centre
This September 15, Bank of Kigali (BK) Plc opened the second branch of private banking services which will cater for its clients individually, without lining up for financial services. The branch was opened in MTN Centre-Nyarutarama, following the first one already in operation at Kigali Heights. In this new setting, Clients will have relationship managers who will always be available to guide, update, and offer insightful financial advice.
Avoid Alcoholism, Drug Abuse Because They Are Deadly ─ Mrs. Kagame Tells Youth
First Lady Jeannette Kagame has urged young people to avoid alcohol consumption, drug abuse and other immoral practices, citing “deadly consequences.” Mrs. Kagame said that knowledge is the most potent weapon, therefore young people should guard it carefully and always work to make it even more sharp through exercise, reading, innovation, and leisure.
Rwanda Polytechnic Introduces Six New Vocational Training Courses
Following the establishment of bachelor’s degree program, or Bachelor of Technology (BTech) for technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges last year, former graduates now stand a chance to advance their education further. As the academic year starts this month, six more courses have been added to the existing two, in a bid to create a more diverse pool of graduates to contribute to national development.
National Exams: Best Students Share their Ambitions
Regis Kwizera, the overall best student in PLE It was excitement and joy, as Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) and ordinary level national exams winners for 2023, celebrated victory, setting new targets for the future. In PLE, Regis Kwizera who wants to be a medical doctor in the future emerged the overall winner, from EP Espoir de L’avenir located in Bugesera district, Eastern Province.
National Exam Results To Be Released Tomorrow
The Ministry of Education is set to release the eagerly anticipated results for the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) and Ordinary Level (O’ Level) 2022–2023 National Examinations. According to the notice posted on the ministry’s social media channels, the results will be made public on Tuesday, September 12, at 11am.
China-Rwanda Trade Records Highest Increase In 50 Years─ Ambassador Xuekun
Wang Xuekun, Chinese ambassador to Rwanda says the bilateral trade between his country and Rwanda has recorded the highest increase ever, of 31.2%, reaching $477 million since the establishment of the bilateral relations. Since the two nations’ bilateral ties were formed on November 12, 1971, they have increased their collaboration in a number of areas, particularly in the area of investment, where China is one of the major sources of foreign direct investment for Rwanda.
UR to Resume Distribution of Laptops After Two Years
The University of Rwanda (UR) has announced plan to resume distribution of student’s laptops late October this year. October schedules follows student’s recurrent inquiry on social media platforms about solving pending issues, especially halt of laptop distribution that has reportedly compromised learning at the university for over three years.
PHOTOS: President Kagame Attends Continental Climate Summit In Nairobi
President Kagame is in Nairobi, Kenya, where he is attending the maiden Africa Climate Summit, co-hosted by the African Union Commission and the Government of Kenya, along with other Heads of State and Government and climate change activists.
ICYMI: First Lady Jeannette Kagame Joins “We are Equal” Campaign For Mental Health For All
This weekend, First Lady Jeannette Kagame attended the campaign’s official launch, which promotes gender equality in healthcare, particularly mental health for all. Dubbed ‘We Are Equal Campaign’, launched by the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), urges swift action to improve gender equality and close the gender gap in Africa.
A Night To Remember As Arsenal Fans In Rwanda Watch Win Against Man Utd With Sol Campbell
It was a night to remember on Sunday as Arsenal legend Sol Campbell, joined Rwandan Arsenal fans to watch the game between Arsenal and Manchester United at Kigali Convention Centre (KCC). Campbell is in Rwanda, and was among the gorilla namers this week, in Musanze district, northern province. He was seen celebrating Arsenal’s win against Manchester United with Clare Akamanzi, Chief Executive Officer of Rwanda development Board (RDB).
Three Companies Among Continental Solar Energy Startup Challenge Winners Original
Three Rwandan companies have been awarded among winners of the SolarX Startup Challenge championed by International Solar Alliance (ISA), an alliance of over 100 signatory countries, most being sunshine countries, which lie either completely or partly between the tropic of Cancer and the tropic of Capricorn. They include Centennial Power Limited, OffGridBox Rwanda Limited and STES Group Limited. All were declared winners on September 2.
The Sooner We Take Action, The Sooner We Reverse Absolute Ecosystem Collapse-Mrs. Kagame
First Lady Jeannette Kagame says the sooner the world takes action, the sooner people can reverse the current trajectory towards a complete ecosystem collapse. Climate change, pollution, destruction of habitats, invasive alien species, overexploitation of the natural environment, are believed to be some of the factors that could cause biodiversity loss in the future.
Access To Electricity, A Universal Human Right - Reminds the International Solar Alliance
Access to electricity is a universal human right. It is established as an important factor for sustainable development and non-discriminatory for individuals, places or communities globally.
RDB Thankful for the Rwf 10Bn Invested In Tourism Revenue Sharing
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) says over Rwf10 billion has been invested in activities that targets promoting national park neighboring communities, including building schools, accomodation, and hospitals, among others. Michaella Rugwizangoga, Chief Tourism Officer made the observation at the 19th Gorilla naming ceremony. “It is remarkable achievement; Rwf10million have been invested in promoting community development in neighboring communities of the park,” Rugwizangoga said.
Life In Future: EDTech Monday on the Technology That Will Transform Way of Living
Some of the important tech advancements that are assumed to impact the world in the coming years include artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, augmented and virtual reality, blockchain, 5G networks, quantum computing, biotechnology, robots, the cloud, and cyber security.
President Kagame Receives 12 New Envoys
Twelve (12) new ambassadors and high commissioners on Tuesday afternoon, presented their credentials to President Paul Kagame and committed to strengthening bilateral ties between their nations and Rwanda, as well as supporting the nation’s development goals.
I&M Bank, Old Mutual Insurance Company Launch Duo Insurance Initiatives
I&M bank Rwanda, a financial institution that focuses on improvement of funds access and growth of small and medium enterprises have partnered with Old Mutual insurance company to launch two insurance products dubbed “Icyashara and Heza care.” Icyashara insurance is a comprehensive coverage solution that aims to protect MSMEs owners from business risks including fire outbreaks, and allied perils, burglary and theft, accidental damage to properties, accidental death, bodily injuries, public...
Spend Most of Time In Libraries, Not Night Clubs - HEC Boss to China Scholarship Winners
Dr. Rose Mukankomeje, Director General of Rwanda Higher Education Council (HEC) has urged this year’s China scholarship winners to “spend most of their time in libraries reading, not night clubs.” Starting next week, a total of 80 Rwandan students will be sent off to various Chinese universities to further their studies, after they won Chinese government scholarships. The selection for the beneficiaries was conducted by HEC and the Ministry of education.
Japan Embassy, Rilima Hospital Sign Funding Agreement To Replace 30 Year Old Orthopaedic Equipment
The Japanese embassy in Rwanda, and Rilima hospital have signed a funding agreement to replace 30 old year Orthopaedics equipment, in the new efforts to improve health service delivery in the Eastern Province. The funding agreement worth Rwf 72 Million was signed by Isao Fukushima, ambassador of Japan in Rwanda and Dr. Albert Nzayisenga, Director General of Specialised Orthopaedics Hospital (RSHOH) on August 22.
Giants Of Africa Festival: How Did Rwanda Benefit?
The Giants of Africa, or GOA has grown to be one of the major yearly athletic events in Africa that targets to promote sports, but most importantly unite youth through sports. This year, it has been hosted in Rwanda to celebrate 20th anniversary, creating unforgettable memories, skills development and establishing several beneficial infrastructures to the local communities.
FEASSSA 20th Edition Comes to Rwanda
The regional East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) games are back, and will be officially opened by Dr. Valentine Uwamariya, Minister of education, in Huye district, Southern Province on August 19. The competition 20th edition scheduled to take place between August 17-27 returns to Rwanda after 2018. About 3000 EAC representatives due to compete in the 20th edition of FEASSA are already in Huye, and those come from Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Zanzibar.
The ‘Giants of Africa’ Come to Rwanda for A Week Long Festival
Organizers are finalizing preparations for the Giants of Africa, or GOA festival is coming to Rwanda to celebrate the 20th anniversary from August 13 through 19th. The week-long festival will be filled with entertainment, performances, and special guests will inspire players. “Twenty years, since the Giants of Africa started, Rwanda is home to all of us. All because of good leadership, with vision in sports. We can’t wait for the future, in 10 years to come. It will be an amazing thing to see.
IROMAN 70.3: Heritier Ishimwe Becomes First Rwandan To Win Ironman Race
Heritier Ishimwe became the first Rwandan to win the Ironman 70.3 competition winning the triathlon in less than five hours. The competition kicked off in Rubavu District, western province for the second time the city serving as the host. On Saturday Ishimwe won the overall Ironman Rwanda race in individual category 1.9km swimming, 90km riding a bike and 21.1km running, powering to the finish line on his own as he was cheered on by residents of Rubavu and visitors.
Researchers On Mission To Find Solution Against Food Loss
Researchers are on a mission to recycle food loss and waste from homes, restaurants, and hotels into beneficial domestic input. The development was revealed during the three-day meeting held in Musanze district, Northern Province on Wednesday 3.
Show More
loading
Actions
Is this you?
As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.Get in touch with Williams
Contact Williams, search articles and posts on X, monitor coverage, and track replies from one place.
Learn more about Muck Rack