Celebrating God’s Blessings: Fr. Prof. Dushimimana Marks 25 Years of Priesthood
Saturday, August 24, 2024, Father Prof. Fidèle Dushimimana, Vice Chancellor of ICK, celebrated his Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee. The Mass, led by retired Bishop Smaragde Mbonyintege at Minor Seminary St Léon, was attended by dignitaries, including the Mayor of Muhanga District. Retired Bishop Smaragde Mbonyintege shared fond memories from Father Prof. Dushimimana’s formative years. He said […]
Enhancing Rwandan Higher Education: Insights from a Five-Day Seminar
On August 23, 2024, 19 professionals from universities and higher learning institutions across Rwanda completed a five-day seminar focused on Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Systems in the country’s higher education sector. The event, part of the National Multiplication Training (NMT) 2023/2024, was held at Saint André Hotel in Muhanga District. The seminar, themed “Internal Quality […]
Rwanda: Universities Committed to Strengthening Quality Assurance
On August 20, 2024, a group of 19 professionals from various universities and higher learning institutions across Rwanda commenced a five-day seminar focused on Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Systems in Rwanda’s higher education sector. This event, known as the National Multiplication Training (NMT) 2023/2024, follows an earlier session held in Kigali in November 2023. The […]
Pope Francis Appoints Father Ntagungira as the New Bishop of Butare
On August 12, 2024, Pope Francis appointed Father Bosco Ntagungira as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Butare. The announcement was made at noon, Kigali time, by the Vatican, marking the succession of Bishop Philippe Rukamba, who previously led the diocese. The official statement reads, “His Holiness Pope Francis has accepted the retirement request […]
Untreated Eye Conditions Increase Visual Impairment
Failure to treat eye conditions on time is a major concern, as it significantly contributes to the growing number of people with visual impairments. According to a 2023 report by the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 2.2 billion people globally have near or distance vision impairment. Of these, at least 1 billion cases could […]
Eye Cornea Transplant: Understanding Medical Advancements in Ophthalmology
Accidents, diseases, and other conditions can result in the loss of a body part. Often, when someone loses a limb or an organ, they receive a prosthetic or an implant. While the entire eye cannot be replaced, certain parts can be substituted thanks to advancements in medical technology. One such part is the cornea. You […]
Muhanga: Ahazaza Independent School Excels in Annual DELF Exams
Ahazaza Independent School in Nyamabuye sector has once again demonstrated academic excellence in the annual Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française (DELF) exams held in May 2024. Under the guidance of the school management, the pupils showcased exceptional proficiency in the French language, achieving impressive results that highlight their dedication and hard work. The results this […]
ICK News Celebrates Second Anniversary with a Call for Excellence in Journalism
On July 26, ICK News celebrated its second anniversary, highlighting the achievements of the past two years and emphasizing the importance of producing exemplary stories. The celebration served as a reminder to the journalists of ICK News that their work should set a standard for others, reflecting the high-quality journalism taught at their university. During […]
ICK Celebrates Accomplishments and Looks to the Future
Muhanga, July 26, 2024 The Institut Catholique de Kabgayi (ICK) celebrated its accomplishments over the past two years, including the two-year anniversary of the ICK News online magazine. The event, hosted at the Lucerna Hotel in Muhanga, convened key figures in Rwandan journalism, including notable individuals such as Peacemaker Mbungiramihigo from the Rwanda Governance Board […]
Saving for a Secure Future: A Key to Quality Aging
Mr. Mugabo Gilbert, the Vice Mayor of Muhanga District in charge of Social Affairs, has once again emphasized the importance of saving for the future to ensure a comfortable old age. His remarks were made on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, during a discussion on the well-being of the elderly. The discussion was organized by the […]