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For the Christmas message to the Catholic community, Pope Francis urged for prayer of peace in Israel and Palestine.

Pope Francis prays for peace in Israel, Palestine

Monday, December 25, 2023

Cardinal Antoine Kambanda leads the mass on Christmas at Saint Michel Catholic Church. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Religious leaders give messages of peace, hope on Christmas

Monday, December 25, 2023

Winnie Mutesi and her husband Muhumuza with their baby "Ivah Iriza Muhumuza" born on Christmas at Hopital La Croix du Sud in Kigali, on Monday, December 25. According to statistics at least 40 babies were born on Christmas day, in four major hospitals in Kigali, by midday. Photo by Christianne Murengerantwari

Over 40 babies born on Christmas in Kigali

Monday, December 25, 2023

Cardinal Antoine Kambanda leads the Christmas mass at St Michel on Christmas on December 25. Courtesy

PHOTOS: Cardinal Kambanda urges ‘present’ parenting

Monday, December 25, 2023

Leaders Breakfast Fellowship aims to reflect on their service guided by godly values.

First Lady urges leaders to use their abilities for greater impact

Friday, December 01, 2023

Prominent American preacher Rick Warren addresses clerics during the All Africa Baptist Fellowship (AABF) gathering in Kigali on Wednesday, November 29. Courtesy

Rick Warren to African pastors: It is your time to lead the global church

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Renowned American evangelist, Pastor Rick Warren, is set to lead the All-Africa Healthy Church Conference in Kigali on Thursday, November 30. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Pastor Rick Warren set to lead All-Africa Healthy Church Conference in Kigali

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

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Pastor Rick Warren announces return to Rwanda

Monday, November 20, 2023

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Over 75% of ADEPR pastors have primary school education - RGB

Thursday, November 02, 2023

Bishop Innocent Rugagi (left) and Apostle Yongwe. Photo: File.

Faith or exploitation? Shedding light on controversial ‘money for miracles’ trend

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Joseph Harerimana, a preacher known as Apostle Yongwe, was arrested for allegedly deceiving followers by making false promises of securing visas and job promotions. FILE

RIB warns against ‘beliefs that put people in danger’

Thursday, October 05, 2023

Pope Francis during a past function. The Catholic church leader has said the church is open to the possibility of blessing same-sex couples. VATICAN MEDIA | AFP

Pope Francis suggests Catholic Church could bless same-sex couples

Wednesday, October 04, 2023

The Bible Society of Rwanda (BSR), in partnership with Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB) launched 27 newly published “Braille Bibles, on Monday, September 11. Courtesy

“Braille Bible” launched to enhance accessibility for the visually impaired

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

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Ugandan church breaks ‘Guinness World Records of longest applause’

Saturday, September 09, 2023

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Rwamagana: 22-year-old woman dies "during prayer"

Friday, August 25, 2023

The Bible Society of Rwanda says the price of the holy book has increased by 200 per cent after the number of sponsors stopped their donations. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Prices of Bibles skyrocket in Rwanda

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Thousands of Catholic Church believers during a mass to celebrate Assumption Day, also known as the Feast of the Assumption at Kibeho. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Does it always rain on Assumption Day?

Thursday, August 17, 2023

Some of over 50,000 believers during the celebration of the Assumption Day at Kibeho in Nyaruguru District on Tuesday, August 15. Delivering his message to thousands of pilgrims from various nations, Mgr Celestin Hakizimana, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Gikongoro, urged them to emulate the Virgin Mary, whom he said experienced temptations and severe sufferings but remained faithful to God. Courtesy

PHOTOS: Bishop Hakizimana urges redemption as Rwandans mark Assumption Day

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Thousands of Catholic Church believers during a mass to celebrate Assumption Day, also known as the Feast of the Assumption at Kibeho. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Why Assumption Day carries special meaning for Rwandan believers

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Clerics lead a mass to celebrate Assumption Day, at Kibeho. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Assumption Day: Cleric talks significance, urges Catholics to rekindle faith, forgiveness and love

Monday, August 14, 2023