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Emmanuel Ntirenganya
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The Director General of the National Identification Agency (NIDA), Josephine Mukesha, speaks during the launch of registration for Rwanda’s first digital ID at Expo Grounds Gikondo. Photo by Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Technology
Rwanda launches digital ID registration
Friday, August 08, 2025
Rwanda Energy Group's technician during the the grid extension in Gasabo. EUCL has been incurring heavy losses mainly attributed to expensive power purchase agreements signed with independent power producers
Energy
MPs demand urgent reforms to curb losses in energy sector
Wednesday, August 06, 2025
Teenagers follow some advice on how to use contraceptives during a campaign to raise awareness on AIDS. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Health
What next after MPs pass health services bill?
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
The MPs said WASAC continues to suffer water losses due to ‘non-revenue water' which is produced but cannot be billed due to issues like leakages.
Infrastructure
MPs alarmed by losses incurred by WASAC
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Patients wait for medical services at Kamanyana Health Post in Burera District. File
Health
Parliament revives push for mandatory medical liability insurance
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Members of Parliament passed the new healthcare services bill on Monday, August 4.
Health
Rwanda Parliament passes bill allowing surrogacy, contraceptives for 15-year-olds
Monday, August 04, 2025
A neonatal health professional attends to a new-born baby at Kirehe District Hospital. In a bid to give more people opportunity to have children, Rwanda has expanded access to surrogacy. Photo by Ministry of Health.
Health
Rwanda expands surrogacy access: Who is eligible now?
Monday, August 04, 2025
BNR is exploring the development of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) – a digital version of the Rwandan franc (e-Franc-Rwandais).  
Technology
What to know as Rwanda explores digital currency
Sunday, August 03, 2025
Some Members of Parliament and government officials during a plenary sitting of the Chamber of Deputies, on July 29, 2025, which passed the law approving the ratification of the peace agreement between DR Congo and Rwanda, signed in Washington on 27 June 27 (courtesy).
Africa
Rwanda Parliament dismisses 'unfounded allegations' by Congo house speaker
Friday, August 01, 2025
A view of Rwanda's Central Bank Headquarters in Nyarugenge District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Economy
Central bank invites innovators to try Rwanda’s upcoming digital currency
Friday, August 01, 2025
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Environment
How will Rwanda’s new emission tests affect old vehicles?
Friday, August 01, 2025
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) on Thursday, July 31, announced it has moved to the proof of concept stage for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), a digital version of its official currency.
Technology
Central bank digital currency enters proof-of-concept stage
Thursday, July 31, 2025
A backhoe loader carries soil at a mining site in Rwamagana. Fuel-powered machines used in construction and farming will soon be subject to carbon emissions testing starting August 18, according to REMA. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Environment
Fuel-powered construction, farming machinery to undergo emission testing
Thursday, July 31, 2025
A worker on duty at Kabuye Sugar Plant Factory. The government is exploring ways to boost domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports, according to the Ministry of Trade and Industry. File photo.
Economy
Rwanda steps up efforts to boost local sugar production, cut imports
Thursday, July 31, 2025
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Environment
Govt approves emission testing fees for non-electric vehicles
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
The Orbis Flying Eye Hospital landed in Kigali on July 18. The government has partnered with Orbis International to strengthen specialized eye care services in Rwanda.
Health
In a first, training is a key focus as mobile eye unit arrives in Kigali
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
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Technology
Regulator summons MTN over service disruptions
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Rwanda imported 70,000 tonnes of frozen fish in 2024, spending over $92 million. File
Economy
How Rwanda plans to cut Rwf130bn fish import bill
Tuesday, July 29, 2025

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