Rwanda records drop in poverty levels

By Eugène Kwibuka/NewTimes

More Rwandans registered a significant improvement in their living conditions despite a marginal drop in poverty levels over the last three years, according National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).

Poverty levels dropped by one percentage point from 39.1 per cent in the 2013/14 fiscal year to 38.2 per cent in 2016/17, the statistics body said in its fifth Integrated Household Living Conditions Survey (EICV5), launched on Thursday.

The Director General of NISR, Yusuf Murangwa, said that the slow drop in poverty was due to sustained drought that hit the country in 2016, roiling agricultural output. More

PUBLIC HOLIDAY: Closed Today August 15, 2018

The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda   has the honour to inform the public that on Wednesday August 15th,the Embassy will remain closed for business in observance of a public holiday and will reopen on Thursday 16^thAugust, 2018. For more information: Embassy closed

PUBLIC HOLIDAY: Closed Today August 3, 2018

The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda   has the honour to inform the public that on Friday 3^rdAugust,the Embassy will remain closed for business in observance of a public holiday and will reopen on Monday 6^thAugust, 2018.

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Amatora y’abagize Inteko Nshingamategeko y’u Rwanda muri Nordics/ Rwanda    Parliamentary Elections 2018

Ambasade iributsa Abanyarwanda batuye Sweden, Norway, Finland na Iceland ko hazaba amatora y’abagize Inteko Nshingamategeko y’u Rwanda –Umutwe w’abadepite ku itariki ya 2 y’u kwezi kwa Cyenda 2018. Itangazo ririmo ubusobanuro murarisanga hano: Rwanda Parliamentary elections 2018

Xi arrives as Rwanda, China seek stronger ties

The NewTimes: President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan of China arrived in Rwanda yesterday evening at 8:30 p.m to begin a two-day state visit.

The visiting president was received by his Rwandan counterpart, President Paul Kagame, and First Lady Jeannette Kagame accompanied by top government officials. More

The Deadline for applying to any of the job vacancies below is June 10, 2018. All applications should be sent to: ambastockholm@minaffet.gov.rw 

Executive Assistant profile, Skills and Qualifications:

 Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently on projects and administration, applying appropriate administrative expertise and decision-making
• carrying out specific projects and research in politics and  business
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment while working under tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written language skillsin English and Swedish. Good knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or French.
• Excellent skills in preparation of speeches, lectures, presentations and periodic reports
• Excellent computer skills, including but not limited to, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS Power Point
• Problem-Solving Skills and ability to make recommendations that effectively resolve problems by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, and regulation both in Rwanda and Sweden.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent Presentation Skills, communication skills and professional use of social media
• Flexibility and reliability
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality
• Polite and friendly attitude towards colleagues and Embassy’s visitors

Qualifications

1. At least Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations or in International/Public Business or in Political Sciences.
2. Minimum proven three (3)  years experience in an Embassy or other public institution, assisting at or working closely with the leadership of the institution

Administrative Assistant and IT officer:profile, Skills and Qualifications:

 Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently on projects and administration
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and the ability to prioritize work
• Ability to execute multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment and to work under tight deadlines
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Proficient in verbal and written skillsin English and Swedish. Good knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or French
•  Ability to handle the newsletter/circular notes  of the Embassy  in English and Kinyarwanda (research, editing, graphic and  sending out)
• Ability to create and manage a digital filling system and data base of Embassy’s contacts and other relevant information
• Excellent computer skills, including but not limited to, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS Power Point.
• Ability to professionally provide IT support and maintenance (software and hardware) at all levels at the Embassy
• Flexibility and reliability
•  Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality
• Polite and friendly attitude towards colleagues and Embassy’s visitors

Qualifications

1. At least Bachelor’s Degree in International Business Management or Public Administration or in political Sciences or in ICT
2. Minimum proven two (2)  years working experience in  project management,  in IT services  or other related experience
3. Driver’s licence would be an advantage

Office Administrator: profile, Skills and Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and practical thinking
• Ability to work independently on different assignments with problem solving attitude and the ability to multi-task and respect deadlines
• Good language skills (verbal and written) in English and Swedish. Good knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or French
• Good computer skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS Power Point.
• Flexibility and reliability
• Ability to drive the embassy’s cars in accordance with Embassy policies and procedures
• Ability to ensure safe driving and compliance with general traffic regulations;
• Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance such as refueling, oil changing, and other minor task and cleanliness
• Ability  to deal peacefully and calmly with unforeseen circumstances or delays and use advanced driving techniques to better improve time management and safety
• To undertake all duties related to Embassy’s logistics and maintain updated inventory of Embassy assets
• Management of the Embassy store: maintaining detailed records and  ensure timely purchasing of needed material
• Polite and friendly attitude towards colleagues and Embassy’s visitors

Qualifications

1. At least Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management,  International, Public  or office Administration
2. At least proven two (2)  years’ experience as office administrator, office assistant or equivalent/relevant position
3. Driver’s licence

Genocide Commemoration in Sweden

April 7th (Ceremony in Kinyarwanda)

Time: 14:30

Venue: Immanuelskyrkan, Kungstensgatan 17, Stockholm

April 10th (Ceremony in English)

Time: 14:30

Venue: Citykonferensen, Malmskillnadsgatan 46, Stockholm

Video: Development in Rwanda

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Statement from the Government Spokesperson

Statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and East African Community

Kigali, 22 November, 2017: Rwanda, like the rest of the world, was horrified by the images of the tragedy currently unfolding in Libya, where African men, women and children who were on the road to exile, have been held and turned into slaves. Given Rwanda’s political philosophy and our own history, we cannot remain silent when human beings are being mistreated and auctioned off like cattle.

The Government and people of Rwanda stand in solidarity with our African brothers and sisters still held in captivity. Rwanda may not be able to welcome everyone but our door is wide open. We are ready to work closely with the African Union, the private sector, as well as other friends and partners to ensure that we can provide minimum comfort to those in need.

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Communiqué du Ministère des Affaires Etrangères, de la Coopération et de la Communauté de l’Afrique de l’Est

Kigali, le 22 Novembre, 2017  Le Rwanda, comme le monde entier, a vu avec horreur les images du drame qui se joue en ce moment en Lybie, où des hommes, des femmes et des enfants qui ont décidé de prendre le chemin de l’exil se retrouvent réduits en esclavage. Considérant la philosophie politique du Rwanda actuel et notre histoire, nous ne pouvons pas rester silencieux alors que des êtres humains se font maltraiter et vendre comme du bétail.

Le Gouvernement et le peuple Rwandais tiennent aujourd’hui à exprimer un message de solidarité envers nos frères et sœurs africains encore retenus captifs. Le Rwanda n’a pas la prétention de pouvoir accueillir tout le monde, mais la porte est grande ouverte. Nous sommes prêts à collaborer étroitement avec l’Union Africaine, le secteur privé et les autres partenaires amis du Rwanda, pour pouvoir assurer des conditions d’accueil et de confort minimum à ceux qui en auront besoin.

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From Jan 1, 2018, Visa on arrival in Rwanda for ALL Nationalities

Effective January 1, 2018, ravellers from across the world will receive a 30-day visa upon arrival at a Rwandan point (airport of boarder crossing) of entry. No prior application for a visa will be required.

Previously, only African passport holders and a few other countries could receive visas at Rwanda entry points without prior application.

Find details here

Swedish Institute Study Scholarships (SISS)

Do you have ambition, leadership experience and a strong professional background? You could study for a master’s degree in Sweden on a fully-funded Swedish Institute scholarship.

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After officiating the swearing-in ceremony of the new Cabinet, President Kagame called on ministers to do things differently.

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The Embassy is closed Friday 1 September on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

President Paul Kagame has said that the African tourism sector can accelerate its pace of growth by increasing regional and continental collaboration which would ease movement of citizens.

President Kagame with top officials at the Annual World Tourism Conference in Kigali yesterday. Left-right; US Ambassador to Rwanda Erica Barks-Ruggles, Florizelle Liser, the CEO of Corporate Council for Africa; Dr Mukhisa Kituyi, the UNCTAD secretary-general; and Clare Akamanzi, the CEO of Rwanda Development Board. Village Urugwiro.

Source: The New Times

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On Monday the 21st August 2017 a delegation from one of Sweden’s best Universities visited the University of Rwanda to discuss possible areas of future collaboration. The Swedish team was led by Prof. Leif Kirsebom, a specialist in cell and molecular biology and others in the delegation included Kay Svensson, the university deputy director, Monica Martensson, Cecilia Oman and Helena Eklund.

Source: University of Rwanda website.

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Minister Mushikiwabo addresses the congregation at Kagame’s inauguration at Amahoro Stadium.

Rwanda is a country that has come from far and wants to go very far, Foreign Affairs and Cooperation minister Louise Mushikiwabo said, reaffirming the country’s vision for socio-economic transformation.

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Source: The New Times

Kigali, August 18

Today is a day of celebration and a day to thank each of you. Today is a day of renewal and gratitude. I would therefore like to begin by thanking those who have joined us here.

The presence of so many brothers and sisters from around Africa honours our nation deeply and gives us strength. We thank you. Africa has been with Rwanda when we needed you most.

Source: The New Times

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National Employment Programme gets Rwf6.2 billion Swedish support

Source: The New Times

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Rwanda will this Month host the first ever Africa Health Forum organized by the World Health Organization African Region. The forum themed: Putting people first: The Road to Universal Health Coverage in Africa will take place from 27 to 28 June at the Kigali Convention Centre.

Source: The New Times

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University of Rwanda Concept note for research Development 2018-2023. Click on the link for Details

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Job Vacancy Announcement–Driver. Click on the link for Details

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The Rwandan envoy to Denmark, with residence in Sweden, Christine Nkulikiyinka, on Friday presented her Letters of Credence to Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark in a colourful ceremony at Amalienborg Palace in the Danish capital Copenhagen.

Read more: The New Times

Kanda hano: ITANGAZO INDANGAMIRWA 

STOCKHOLM: Hundreds of Rwandans, government officials, the business community, civil society and friends of Rwanda observed the 23^rd commemoration of the genocide against the Tutsi at ceremonies held in various cities across Nordic countries on Friday and Saturday.

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Source:  The New Times

Rwandan Community in the Nordic Countries

Programme of the 23rd Commemoration of the Genocide against the Tusti, RWANDA

• Sweden

Friday, 7th April: At City Conference, Ingenjörshuset Malmskillnadsgatan 46, 111 84 Stockholm

Saturday, 8th April: At Immanuelskyrkan, Kungstensgatan 17, Stockholm, T-Rådmansgatan

• Norvege

Saturday, 8th April 2017 at Enerhauggatan4, Oslo

• Danmark

Saturday, 8th April 2017 at Telefonvej 8, Soborg

• Finland

Saturday, 8th April 2017 at Matarankatu 6 A 1, 40100, Jyväskylä

President Paul Kagame on Monday held talks with Pope Francis, at the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City.

Source: The New Times

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The Rwandan Ambassador to Iceland with residence in Sweden, Christine Nkulikiyinka on Wednesday presented her letters of credence to the President of Iceland, Mr. Guðni Thorlacius Jóhannesson.

Source: The New Times

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President Paul Kagame has called for deeper intra-Africa trade and closer cooperation in the face of global uncertainty due to growing nationalistic trends witnessed in some global economic giants.

Source: The New Times

Regional lawmakers intend to conclude debate and pass the EAC Gender Equality and Development Bill, 2016, today as the “best present women can get on International Women’s Day.”

Source: The New Times

The Rwandan ambassador to Finland, with residence in Sweden, Christine Nkulikiyinka on Tuesday presented her letters of credence to H.E. President Sauli Niinistö of Finland.

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Source: The New Times

The Corruption Perception Index, released yesterday in Kigali, placed Rwanda alongside Mauritius as third least corrupt country in sub-Saharan Africa.

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The Rwandan Ambassador to Norway, with residence in Sweden, Christine Nkulikiyinka, yesterday presented her letters of credence to King Harald V of Norway.

Ambassador Nkulikiyinka with King Harald V of Norway after presenting her credentials. Photo by NTB

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President Paul Kagame has emphasised Rwanda’s readiness to discuss and engage in business with investors from all across the world as the country seeks to be a business hub.

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President Paul Kagame is today afternoon scheduled to speak at the opening ceremony of the Eighth Vibrant Gujarat Summit, a global business forum in India.

The President will also hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Modi as well as meet with the Minister for Gujarat State, Pradipsinh Jadeja.

The bi-annual Vibrant Gujarat Summit which opens today is an investment promotion platform aiming towards inclusive and sustainable development.

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The Rwandan lawmakers are in Sweden at the invitation of the Swedish parliament. The visit follows missions to Rwanda by two Swedish parliamentary committees and several trade delegations on different occasions since the beginning of the year.

Speaker of Parliament Mukabalisa Donatille and delegation received by Speaker of Swedish parliament Urban Ahlin at the Swedish Parliament.

Source: The new Times

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The 2017 World Bank Doing Business Report has ranked Rwanda 2nd in Africa after Mauritius.

And globally, Rwanda has improved six places ranking 56th out of 190 countries.

Source: The New Times.

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Kigali, 18 October 2016

It is with sadness that the Government of Rwanda has learned of the passing of Kigeli V Ndahindurwa, the former King of Rwanda.

The former king was deported to Tanganyika by the Belgian colonial government on 2 October 1961. He later lived in Uganda, then Kenya, before settling in 1992 in the United States, where he passed away on 16 October 2016.

The Government of Rwanda has not yet been informed by the family regarding the final resting place and funeral arrangements. When they make their preferences known, the Government stands ready to provide any necessary support.

The city of Kigali has been rolling out smart busses that offer Wi-Fi and a cashless payment system.

CNN’s Eleni Giokos went there to test them out. More

President Paul Kagame has officially opened a new facility that draws energy from methane trapped deep underwater Lake Kivu, straddling the borders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, offers a landscape of extraordinary beauty, framed by towering volcanoes and lush green slopes rich with tea, coffee and banana plantations. More

STOCKHOLM — A Swedish court convicted a 61-year-old man on Monday of taking part in the 1994 genocide in Rwanda and sentenced him to life in prison. The case was noteworthy for being part of a transnational effort to hold people accountable for crimes against humanity, no matter where those crimes occurred. More

President Paul Kagame yesterday inaugurated the Kivu-Watt Gas Power Plant located in the Western Province’s Karongi District, describing it as a sign of what is possible for efforts to address energy challenges in the country. The new 26-MW power plant, fired by methane gas from Lake Kivu, was built by American energy firm ContourGlobal, which the Rwandan government gave a 25-year concession to produce 100 megawatts from Lake Kivu. More

Rwanda Cultural Fashion night was held on Saturday at Goethe Institute in Kigali with visiting designers giving it a regional touch. It was a truly night fashion and style lovers in Rwanda came together to witness the creations of those that have made fashion and design their passion. The evening was organized by the founder of Rwanda Cultural Fashion show Celestin Ntawirema with the support of Goethe Institute and others. Guest designers from Kenya and Tanzania joined their Rwandan counterparts to showcase their creations. More

Three lion cubs were born in a wildlife park in Rwanda, boosting efforts to restore the country’s lion population, which was wiped out following the country’s 1994 genocide. African Parks, a Johannesburg-based group that manages Akagera National Park in Rwanda, said the mother is 11-year-old Shema, one of seven lions transported from South Africa to Rwanda last year. Their father, Ntwari, is five years old, one of two males in the group from South Africa. More

Rwanda’s ambitions to become a global conference hub got a huge boost on Wednesday when President Paul Kagame opened the 26th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) on Africa. This year’s conference is the biggest event ever to be held in Kigali, with more than 1,500 high ranking politicians, business executives and academics descending on the capital for three days of talks. More

All eyes on Rwanda. From within the continent to Europe, Asia and further in the Americas, the global focus is on Kigali as the World Economic Forum for Africa opens, today, convening about 1,500 delegates for deliberations on a range of the continent’s economic aspects, including analysing opportunities and risks with a bias for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. More