Rwanda eyes national park status for selected Lake Kivu islands
By The Inspirer. Rwanda is conducting a feasibility study to determine whether selected islands in Lake Kivu can be designated
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Rwandans visiting national parks rise 8.1% to over 59,000 in 2025
By The Inspirer. The number of Rwandans visiting national parks increased by 8.1% in 2025, reaching more than 59,000 visitors,
Rwanda to name 22 baby gorillas as tourism revenue rises to $685 million
By Elias Hakizimana. Rwanda is set to name 22 baby gorillas during the 21st Kwita Izina ceremony on September 4,
KETHA partners with LMR, Choice Hotels Africa and resorts to create global career opportunities for hospitality and tourism students
By The Inspirer. Kigali, Rwanda — July 31, 2026: Kigali Excellent Tourism and Hospitality Academy (KETHA) has entered into a
Kivu Beach Expo and Festival draws thousands, boosts tourism and local business
By Elias Hakizimana. The second edition of the Kivu Beach Expo and Festival concluded on Saturday, July 4, 2026 after
Rwanda sets September 4 for 21st Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony
By The Inspirer. Rwanda has announced that the 21st edition of the annual Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony will take
KETHA graduates 290 students, highlights strong industry partnerships driving hospitality jobs
By Elias Hakizimana. The Kigali Excellent and Hospitality Academy (KETHA) has graduated 290 students during its 7th graduation ceremony, with
Tourism revenues in Rwanda exceed Rwf 997 billion in 2025
By Prince Boris Cyubahiro. Rwanda’s tourism sector generated over Rwf 997 billion (about $685 million) in 2025, up from Rwf
Rare leucistic vervet monkey spotted in Virunga National Park
By The Inspirer. A rare leucistic vervet monkey was recently captured on film in Lulimbi, in the central sector of
Akagera National Park adds 43 elephants to its census in 2025
By The Inspirer. Akagera National Park has reported the addition of 43 elephants to its official population records in 2025,