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Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are now open. See below for more opportunities available to Rwandans. COURTESY.

Looking for scholarships? Here are opportunities Rwandans can apply for

Friday, March 13, 2026

Creatives kick off a Friday broadcast at Royal FM during a past edition of the Ahanad Takeover series. The event returns this Friday with performances at Maison Noire. COURTESY.

Your weekend in Kigali: Events you shouldn’t miss

Friday, March 06, 2026

Fashion meets music_ Shots from Rapstar’s AHAZAZA lookbook. COURTESY

RoMeo Rapstar debuts 'Ahazaza' collection with local streetwear brand

Thursday, March 05, 2026

Tuesday, March 3, at MWC Barcelona, GSMA announced an MoU with Africa’s G6 operators Airtel, Axian, Ethio Telecom, MTN, Orange and Vodacom to pilot ultra-affordable 4G smartphones priced at US$30 to US$40 in six markets, and it shared an update on the GSMA-led AI Language Models Initiative. COURTESY.

Six African nations chosen for GSMA low-cost smartphone pilot

Wednesday, March 04, 2026

Performers light up the Kinyarwanda concert series upcountry; Kigali audiences can catch it this Friday. COURTESY

This weekend in Kigali: Mardi Gras, Kinyarwanda Concert & Co

Friday, February 27, 2026

The 2026 Tour du Rwanda opens Saturday at KCC Roundabout, drawing cyclists and spectators to what doubles as one of Kigali's biggest street festivals of the year. Photo: COURTESY.

Your Kigali weekend, curated: Top events & things to do

Friday, February 20, 2026

Farmers observe hybrid maize varieties during a field demonstration aimed at promoting improved seed use and cultivation practices. COURTESY.

Rwanda bets on hybrid seed to close its maize yield gap

Friday, February 20, 2026

Kigali residents enjoy an outing at a past show. PHOTO BY Olivier Mugwiza.

What’s happening in Kigali this weekend

Friday, January 23, 2026

This weekend in Kigali: the monthly Car Free Day with sports and fitness or catch France Mpundu live this Friday at CCFR. COURTESY.

Your weekend plans in Kigali, sorted

Friday, January 16, 2026

Resilience in the face of setbacks helps artistes identify and pursue alternative ways to monetize their work. COURTESY.

The quiet economics of staying in music

Friday, January 16, 2026

From politics and wildlife to space and satire, AI left its mark across every corner of 2025. Illustrated by GPT-5 nano.

Seven ways AI changed everything in 2025

Monday, January 12, 2026

A modern interior paired with smart technology allows blinds to open automatically at sunrise, while climate controls adjust the temperature for comfort throughout the day. PHOTOS BY DAN GATSINZI.

What does the future of smart living look like in Kigali?

Friday, January 09, 2026

Customers enjoy Radisson Blu Christmas Eve Dinner at Filini Restaurant. Courtesy

Festive flavours in Kigali: A foodie’s guide to Christmas dining and deals

Thursday, December 25, 2025

YouTuber and streamer iShowSpeed during a live broadcast. The global creator has confirmed Rwanda as one of the stops on his upcoming “Speed Does Africa” tour. COURTESY.

Global streamer iShowSpeed to visit Rwanda on Africa-wide tour

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Kigali streets come alive during the 2025 holiday season. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

10 must-visit festive spots in Kigali this holiday season

Friday, December 19, 2025

The author spent four days with park officials, witnessing firsthand how conservation is carried out in Rwanda’s largest national park and the country’s only home of the Big Five.

What 4 days in Akagera National Park taught me about wildlife conservation

Saturday, December 13, 2025

3-Step and Afrohouse light up Depot37 at Mundi Center as TWESE returns for the venue’s anniversary edition. COURTESY.

Your guide to Kigali’s best events this Christmas season

Friday, December 12, 2025

Uwineza’s current life moves between stages, rehearsal studios and the cultural programmes she curates. Photos by Willy Mucyo

When Rwanda’s creatives hit a wall, Uwineza builds them a door

Thursday, December 11, 2025