CIUR

Confucius Institute at University of Rwanda

[CIUR @CiurCe]

Join the Confucius Institute Summer Chinese Training Camp! https://t.co/wEgpPAyqOv

[Ministry of Education | Rwanda @Rwanda_Edu]

Today, Minister @JoNsengimana congratulated students from the University of Rwanda – College of Science and Technology @urcst for their outstanding performance at the @Huawei ICT Competition Global Finals, where Team Rwanda won First Prize in the Network Track and Second Prize in both the Cloud and Computing Tracks.

[Chinese Embassy in Rwanda @ChinaEmbinRW]

Happy Duanwu Festival (Dragon Boat Festival)! In 2009, Dragon Boat Festival was inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Featured by customs such as zongzi-eating and dragon boat race, this festival symbolizes patriotism and well-being.

[UR-CE Rwanda @UR_CoE]

Day 3 of #RESD2026:
How can schools become spaces that actively support learners’ mental wellbeing?
At #RESD2026 Symposium 3, researchers highlighted the potential of culturally adapted whole-school mindfulness interventions to strengthen the wellbeing & resilience of children

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

Educationalists, development partners, policymakers, and other key stakeholders have convened for the three-day International Conference on Re-shaping Education for Sustainable Development (#RESD2026).

In her opening remarks, DVC Françoise Kayitare Tengera called for concerted action to ensure that innovation, inclusion, and resilience are embedded within education systems to effectively respond to contemporary challenges.

Tengera further encouraged participants to leverage the conference as an opportunity to share evidence-based insights, strengthen partnerships, and translate research into policies and practices that enhance education outcomes in Rwanda, across Africa, and beyond.

[Africa China Review @africachinarev]

China in my own eyes: The beauty and wonders of Chongqing City 

Read more : https://t.co/oaxtGaIFCl @hexiaona8 @DrClaudienSimbi @PDChina @AmbWuPeng @ChinaEmbinRW @MFA_China @visitchinatowns @salahzhang @ChineseZimbabwe @zhang_heqing

[UR-CE Rwanda @UR_CoE]

The 4th Int'l Conference on Re-shaping Education for Sustainable Dev't has officially opened at UR Gikondo Campus, Kigali (15–17 June 2026).
Opening the conference on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, UR DVC for Finance Mrs. Kayitare Tengera Françoise welcomed participants

[RKWF -Rwanda kungfu Wushu Federation @RKWF_federation]

#Kwibuka32 Some of the images that marked the 32nd commemoration games of the 1994 Tutsi Genocide organized by the Rwandan Kung-Fu Wushu Association.@Rwanda_Sports @RwandaOlympic @ChinaEmbinRW @nmukazayire

[UKWELITIMES @UKWELITIMES]

🚨AMAKURU: Ku cyumweru i Kigali habereye irushanwa ryiswe “Chinese Bridge” rigamije guteza imbere ubumenyi bw’ururimi rw’Igishinwa, ryateguwe ku bufatanye bwa Ambasade y’u Bushinwa mu Rwanda na Confucius Institute yo muri Kaminuza y’u Rwanda.

Ambasaderi Gao Wenqi yashishikarije abanyeshuri b’Abanyarwanda kwiga Igishinwa, gukoresha amahirwe yo kujya kwiga mu Bushinwa no kuzagaruka bagafasha mu iterambere ry’Igihugu.
@Uni_Rwanda @ChinaEmbinRW

✍🏻 @manishimweja

[ChinAfrica magazine @chinafrica1]

Nkurunziza Tharcisse, the winner of Rwandan final of the 2026 Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students, poses for photos with Gao Wenqi, Chinese ambassador to Rwanda, in Kigali, Rwanda, May 24, 2026.
The contest, hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Rwanda and organized by the Confucius Institute at the University of Rwanda (UR), gathered students from UR and several secondary school students studying the Chinese language.
#chinesebridgecompetition #chineselanguagelearning
#rwanda

[Chinese Embassy in Rwanda @ChinaEmbinRW]

Today, Amb. Gao attended the launching ceremony of Panda Pack Sports Packages together with Hon. Claudette Irere, Minister of State for Education, local authorities and students in GS Camp Kanombe. Thanks to the love and generosity of China Foundation for Rural Development and Alibaba Philanthropy Foundation, 850 packs of sports equipment, including volleyballs and footballs, are distributed among 114 schools in suburban Kigali. Wish the younger generation a bright future and every success on and off the fields.

[Chinese Embassy in Rwanda @ChinaEmbinRW]

Today, the “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competition, co-organized by the Embassy and Confucius Institute of University of Rwanda, was held in Kigali. In his remarks, Amb. GAO Wenqi encouraged Rwandan students to learn Chinese language, embrace opportunities to study in China, and bring expertise back to Rwanda, contributing to NST2 and high-quality development of China-Rwanda comprehensive strategic partnership.

[Chinese Embassy in Rwanda @ChinaEmbinRW]

On the 55th anniversary of China-Rwanda diplomatic relations, the Embassy held a Media & Think Tank Symposium on April 28.

Ambassador Gao reviewed the fruitful outcomes of 🇨🇳&🇷🇼 cooperation and explored ways to unlock greater potential. Participants spoke highly of the partnership, and shared constructive ideas for deeper collaboration.

[cpsar_rwanda @cpsarwanda]

Last Saturday, on Huye Campus in KOICA Building-Resources Room, CPSAR in partnership with CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE and CHONGQING NORMAL UNIVERSITY had a seminar for training Mental Health Awareness Agents (MHAA) who will bring this awareness to Rwandan Society for 2026. @CiurCe

[cpsar_rwanda @cpsarwanda]

CPSAR Executive President Celestin MUGABO and his fellow leaders have met with Dr. ZENG GUANGYU, Director of the Confucius Institute at University of Rwanda-College of Education to discuss about future productive collaborations. @Uni_Rwanda @UR_CoE @SolidMindsRw @IsraelinRwanda

[CIUR @CiurCe]

The #2026ICLD #2026国际中文日 is shining bright in Kigali, Rwanda! CIUR proudly responded to the initiatives from @CLECOfficial with the inspiring theme “Chinese Lights Up Colorful Dreams”!
Together, we lit up the Dream Tree! 🌳✨

[Chinese Embassy in Rwanda @ChinaEmbinRW]

Notice on Launch of AI Case Innovation Competition and Study Visit for African Youth

The year 2026 marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and African countries as well as the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges. The traditional friendship between China and Africa enjoys a long history and has grown ever stronger over time. Against the backdrop of a new wave of technological revolution and industrial transformation, artificial intelligence is bringing fresh momentum to China-Africa friendship and https://t.co/8FZnYsFVHX further enhance China-Africa people-to-people exchanges and cooperation in scientific and technological innovation, actively promote cultivation and practical empowerment of young talent in the field of artificial intelligence, and build a bridge for mutual learning and common development among Chinese and African youth, the Secretariat of the Chinese Follow-up Committee of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation will organize an AI Case Innovation Competition and Study Visit for African Youth. Prize winners will have the opportunity to visit China for AI-related exchange and study activities. The event has been included in the list of Key Activities for 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges.

I. Activity OverviewUnder the theme of “AI for a Smarter Future, China and Africa Advancing Together on a New Journey”, this activity is open to youth from African countries for a broad solicitation of AI application cases, which may focus on areas including public well-being, scientific and technological progress, industrial application, cultural exchanges and talent development, with the aim of selecting AI application practices that demonstrate innovation, exemplary value, and potential for broader replication. Selected entries will be compiled into a case collection. Award winners will receive certificates and prizes, and outstanding representatives will be invited to China for study visits and exchange activities. The key areas for case submission are as follows:
Public Well-being: Innovative AI application practices that improve the efficiency of public services, optimize social governance, and enhance public well-being.Scientific and Technological Progress: AI-enabled achievements in scientific research, results transfer and application, and practical implementation, contributing to technological advancement and development of an ecosystem for innovation.Industrial Application: Practical exploration of AI in empowering digital transformation of traditional industries, fostering emerging business models, and promoting the development of digital economy.Cultural Exchanges: The application and integration of AI in promoting mutual learning among civilizations, innovation in cultural communication, and cross-cultural exchanges.Talent Development: Exploration of AI-enabled education, with a focus on improving digital literacy, supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, and strengthening skills training, so as to foster comprehensive qualities and practical capabilities suited to future industrial development.Other Areas: AI application and innovation practices that are forward-looking, comprehensive, or with a focus on cross-sector integration.

II. EligibilityThis competition is open to youth from African countries, including university students, young researchers from research institutions, young representatives from start-ups and innovation teams, young professionals in artificial intelligence and related fields, as well as other young people engaged in AI application practice or demonstrating innovation potential and practical experience.

III. TimelineCase Submission: From now until May 29Evaluation: May 30 to June 12Study Visit: Arrangement to be further notifiedRegistration Link:https://t.co/dmuXpzP9uC

[Center for Language Education and Cooperation @CLECOfficial]

Great news for Chinese language learners worldwide! The official online store for the New #HSK Course Series is now open.

As a result, the New HSK Course Series volumes 1–3 are available globally, with the online store accessible on both PC & mobile platforms to provide learners with convenient access to official textbooks.

Get your official New HSK materials easily and start your Chinese language learning journey with confidence!

Buy your course books now at https://t.co/EInNS0oe3T... (PC) or https://t.co/EInNS0oe3T... (mobile)!

#NewHSK #ChineseLearning #HSKExam #LearnChinese

[Center for Language Education and Cooperation @CLECOfficial]

Great news for global Chinese language enthusiasts!

The Chinese Language Education Center has been officially launched on the international version of the Smart Education of China platform. With four main sections — Learn Chinese, Teacher Development, Resource & Services, and Community & Partners — this online center is designed to be user-friendly, efficient for learners, and easy for teachers to navigate.

Start your journey now by clicking the link: https://t.co/NLhEjCxRd2

#ChineseLearning #ChineseEducation #GlobalChinese #LearnChineseOnline

[Chinese Embassy in Rwanda @ChinaEmbinRW]

4) During the event, Amb. GAO Wenqi watched students conduct biochemistry experiments. Confucius Institute showcased Chinese calligraphy, the Chinese Medical Team provided health consultation services for girls, Huawei presented "Digital Truck".