All You Need to Know About the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV
From November 25 to December 10 each year, the world unites to observe the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV)—a global campaign to raise awareness, inspire action, and eliminate violence against women and girls. Initiated in 1991 by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership (CWGL) at its first Women’s Global Leadership Institute, this […]
Muhanga: Residents Complain About Frequent Power Outages
Power outages may be considered a common issue due to various technical reasons, but many residents of Muhanga City are frustrated by the frequent and abrupt interruptions, which disrupt their daily lives. In recent days, it has become rare for a day to pass without a power outage in Muhanga. For example, on Saturday, November […]
Workers Demand Open Discussions on Pension Reforms
Workers’ unions in Rwanda have urged the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) to convene a consultative meeting regarding the decision to increase pension contributions. The unions seek to ensure workers are thoroughly informed about these reforms and how they will be implemented. This request was made in a letter addressed to the Director General of […]
RDF Sergeant on Trial for Killing Five Citizen in Bar Incident
Sergeant Minani Gervais, a soldier in the Rwanda Defense Force (RDF), is facing charges of premeditated murder for fatally shooting five civilians. Prosecutors have called for a life sentence due to the gravity of his actions. The prosecution made this request on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, during a public trial held at the crime scene […]
Eye Screening Initiative Reaches Western Rwanda Schools
For the past three years, the Kabgayi Eye Unit and the See You Foundation have been collaborating to assist children under 18 with eye problems in seven districts of Rwanda’s Western Province. This project focuses on identifying and treating eye conditions early to prevent them from worsening and potentially causing blindness. On Tuesday, December 3, […]
Domitilla Mukantaganzwa Appointed As New Chief Justice
On December 3, 2024, President Paul Kagame appointed Domitilla Mukantaganzwa as the new Chief Justice of Rwanda, succeeding Dr. Faustin Nteziryayo, who had held the position since December 2019. This decision was made in accordance with Article 154 of the Constitution of the Republic of Rwanda. In addition to Mukantaganzwa’s appointment, Alphonse Hitiyaremye has been […]
HIV/AIDS: A Global and Rwandan Stats
Today, December 1, marks World AIDS Day. In line with this global observance, ICK News has analyzed data from various institutions worldwide to provide an in-depth overview of the state of HIV/AIDS in Rwanda and beyond. Global perspective on HIV/AIDS HIV remains a significant global public health challenge, having claimed an estimated 42.3 million lives […]
Muhanga: Citizens urged to participate in planning process
During the monthly community work held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, residents of Muhanga District were reminded of their vital role in participating in the planning processes that impact their lives. This message was delivered by Jean Paul Musabyimana, a representative of the Ministry of Local Government, during the event held in Remera Cell, Muhanga […]
ICK Fosters Unity and Resilience in Muhanga Schools
Today, Saturday, November 30, the Institut Catholique de Kabgayi (ICK) took a significant step toward fostering national unity by hosting a training workshop for representatives of Unity and Resilience Clubs from select secondary schools in Muhanga District. The initiative, organized in partnership with the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE), aimed to equip […]
RSSB Pension Reforms Raise Controversies
It has been 62 years since Rwanda last introduced pension reforms. The current mandatory pension scheme requires both employees and employers to contribute equally to the employee’s pension. Under this system, the total contribution rate is set at 6% of the employee’s basic salary, with the employer and employee each contributing 3%. Starting in January […]