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 Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Emma Uwera, a seed entrepreneur and plant breeder, works in her maize plantation in Rwamagana District on January 22. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Crime
Fake seeds dealers could face jail term under new bill
NIDA Director General Josephine Mukesha (R) gets photographed during digital ID enrolment at Rugando cell office in Kimihurura, Kigali on Feb 7
Technology
Digital ID: Nearly 1.5m enrolled, registration reaches Kigali
Potato farmers inspect their crops in Gataraga Sector, Musanze District. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana
Agriculture
New law to end ‘anyone can be a farmer’ approach, professionalise sector
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has warned the public against using banknotes for decorative and celebratory purposes. Courtesy
Crime
BNR flags money bouquets as illegal
A view of Nasho solar-powered irrigation scheme in Kirehe District. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, more than 74,000 hectares of land are currently irrigated, against a target of over 132,000 hectares by 2029. File
Politics
How Umushyikirano drives accountability and delivers impact
A view Vision City in Gasabo District. RSSB has announced the launch of a  fund that will begin with an initial capital of $30 million, with plans to gradually expand it to $100 million or more. File
Business
RSSB set to launch $30m SME fund this month
RSSB CEO, Regis Rugemanshuro delivers his remarks during the 30th Africa Social Security Association Governing Council. He underscored the importance of African-led solutions to strengthen social security systems. Courtesy
Featured
Featured: RSSB deepens focus on member benefits as Africa’s pension funds unite
Members of Twisungane Cooperative work in the potato plantation in Muko Sector in Musanze District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Economy
What proposed EjoHeza reforms mean for informal workers
RSSB CEO Regis Rugemanshuro speaks during an Ejo Heza awareness campaign in Musanze District in 2022. File
Law
EjoHeza saving scheme: What changes are proposed in new draft law?
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa speaks to members of parliamentary committee on Tuesday, January 27. Courtesy
Rwanda
MPs call for workers’ seats on RSSB board
Vehicles at Gishushu junction in Kigali. About 10,000 pending vehicle ownership transfers at the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) are facing complications ranging from missing documentation to hard-to-trace sellers. Sam
Law
RRA flags over 10,000 problematic vehicle ownership transfers 
Rwanda Revenue Authority  has warned vehicle owners of penalties if they fail to complete vehicle ownership transfer registration by the end of February 2026. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Infrastructure
RRA gives 30-day window to complete vehicle ownership transfers
Visitors during a guided tour of Kigali Silk Factory. File
Agriculture
Concerns grow over underused Kigali Silk Factory
Workers on duty at Asanti Garment factory in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Economy
Unemployment falls to 11.7% in Q4 2025
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International
US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization
Officials attend the launch of the bond listing of Africa Medical Supplier PLC, marking the start of trading for the company’s Rwf 5 billion corporate bond on August 27, 2025. Dan Gatsinzi
Economy
Govt liberalises central securities depository operations
Workers pack fresh green beans for exports at NAEB Warehouse at Gikondo. File
Why Kigali’s fresh produce market budget rose to $53.4m
Jean-Claude Shirimpumu, a Gicumbi District-based farmer and chairperson of the Rwanda Pig Farmers’ Association touring his farm. Photo by Michel Nkurunziza
Agriculture
Feed shortages, imports drive up costs for livestock farmers

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