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 Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Emmanuel Ntirenganya
PAC has called on the government to ensure efficiency in public finance management, as it moves to procure diesel-powered generators  to test an irrigation project infrastructure in Kirehe.
Agriculture
PAC challenges cost of generator plan for powerless irrigation project
Regarding operating hours, the measures include that bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and liquor stores must close by 100 a.m. from Monday to Friday, and by 200 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
Tourism
RDB urges compliance with nightlife rules to curb chaos, protect minors
The ongoing construction of the upcoming Nkombo boat. A redesign of the $3 million (Rwf4.3 billion) Nkombo boat is among the key factors behind delays in the vessel’s delivery. File
Infrastructure
Redesign delays delivery of Rwf4.5bn Nkombo boat
The upgrade of the 25-kilometre Musanze–Cyanika road, is set to begin in the fiscal year 2025-26. File
Infrastructure
Aging Musanze-Cyanika road’s upgrade to start in next fiscal year – official
General Alexis Kamuhire presents his report on public finance management and use for the fiscal year 2024, to the parliament on Tuesday, May 6. Craish Bahizi
Economy
Accountability: Over 100 public entities and projects to appear before MPs over audit queries
The City of Kigali plans to construct 100 kilometres of paved neighbourhood roads by 2029. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Infrastructure
Kigali targets 100km of neighbourhood roads by 2029
The Governor of National Bank of Rwanda, Soraya Hakuziyaremye, speaks at the 47th annual ordinary meeting of Africa Re, on Friday, June 27, 2025, in Kigali (courtesy).
Economy
Rwanda eyes Africa Re partnership to double insurance coverage by 2035
The sewage suction truck on duty in Kigali. File
Infrastructure
Govt commits to fast-tracking Kigali sewerage system amid delays
WASAC Group CEO Omar Munyaneza speaks to journalists about the planned launch of prepaid smart water meter use pilot, shortly after responding to MPs' queries during PAC hearings, on June 26, 2025 (Emmanuel Ntirenganya)
Technology
Water utility to launch household ‘cash water’ system
Since July 2024, at least 222 illegally constructed houses have been demolished out of a total of 1,425 identified as non-compliant with building requirements.
Housing
Kigali: Over 1,400 illegally built houses face demolition
Thousands of believers join Bosebabireba while performing at Miracle Gospel Harvest Crusade in  Bugesera in 2023. RGB warned organising religious events without ensuring the safety and security of the congregation.
Religion
Religion: A look at teachings, practices prohibited in Rwanda
The New Times
Politics
Rwanda, Burundi Senate heads mull ways to improve both countries’ relations
Faith-based organisations that want to hold religious public gatherings must have insurance and security personnel in line with ensuring the safety and security of people. Emmanuel Dushimimana
Religion
Ten things to know about the new directive on holding religious public gatherings
US Food and Drug Administration
Health
WHO guidelines for 6-month HIV prevention drug to be released in Kigali
Faith-based organisations that want to hold religious public gatherings must have insurance and security personnel in line with ensuring the safety and security of people. Emmanuel Dushimimana
Religion
Faith-based organisations now required to have insurance and security for public gatherings – RGB
Rwanda is assessing the impact that the conflict between Israel and Iran may have on its economy, especially through energy supply disruption. Craish Bahizi
Energy
Israel-Iran conflict: Rwanda readying for potential impact on fuel supply
 Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente addresses Parliament on the government’s actions and achievements in enhancing the living standards of Rwandans on Thursday, June 19. Ngirente emphasized that the government will continue implementing socio-economic programmes to further reduce poverty and enhance citizens' welfare. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Rwanda
Ngirente: Govt to sustain social protection efforts to reduce poverty
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente  will deliver a presentation to lawmakers on the government’s actions and achievements. Courtesy
Economy
Ngirente to address nation on government's achievements in improving citizens' welfare

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