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 Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva speaks at a dinner hosted to welcome participants to the Mobile World Congress 2025,  in Kigali on Tuesday on Monday, October 20. Courtesy
Technology
AI, next-gen tech must empower Africa, says PM Nsengiyumva
The Minister of Public Service and Labour, Christine Nkulikiyinka, speaks to journalists about the need for social security legislation reforms, on October 20, 2025, at parliamentary buildings (Emmanuel Ntirenganya)
Health
Pension, maternity leave, medical insurance laws set for review
Senators, Andre Twahirwa, Evode Uwizeyimana, Jean Pierre Dusingizemungu and Epiphanie Kanziza.
Rwanda
How does the Head of State appoint senators?
The Senate Committee on Social Affairs, meets  with the Minister of Public Service and Labour, Christine Nkulikiyinka, to assess efforts to improve the welfare of the elderly.  Courtesy
Rwanda
Senators push private medical insurers to cover pensioners
Thousands of cycling fans at the UCI Road World Championships in Kigali on September 28.  Rwanda aims to more than double MICE annual revenues. Courtesy
Tourism
Rwanda sets sights on doubling MICE earnings to $224m by 2028
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Rwanda
Senegal President roots for Rwandan cooperation in youth olympics
Electric buses at Downtown Bus station in Kigali.
Infrastructure
Kigali banks on new state company to increase commuters using public buses
Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, and Dr. Trevor Mundel, President of Global Health at the Gates Foundation, sign an agreement in Kigali on April 3, 2025. Courtesy.
Technology
Key projects as Rwanda’s AI hub funding rises to Rwf25bn
Yves Iradukunda, the Minister of State at the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, addresses senators on the use of artificial intelligence on October 16. Courtesy
Health
Rwanda tests AI-enabled ultrasound tools for community health workers
A child undergoes eye screening at Girubuzima Health Post in Burera District. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Health
Govt expands eye, dental care at second-generation health posts
Clement Musangabatware, a lawmaker has been elected to be  the President of the East African Parliamentary Network against Corruption (EAPNAC)
Rwanda
Rwandan lawmaker to head regional anti-corruption network
Rwanda NCD Alliance Executive Director, Alphonse Mbarushimana, riding an exercise bicycle for demonstration in line with be healthy be mobile theme at the Africa Health Tech Summit in Kigali, on October 13, 2025 (Emmanuel Ntirenganya).
Health
Can digital health turn the tide on Africa’s silent killers?
Frank Habineza and Alphonse Nkubana have been nominated for senatorial seats by the National Consultative Forum of Political Organizations (NFPO). Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Politics
Politicians Habineza, Nkubana nominated for Senate
(L-R) Senators:  Evode Uwizeyimana Evode, Andre Twahirwa, Clotilde Mukakarangwa. (L-R) Epiphanie, Alexis Mugisha, Jean Pierre Dusingizemungu
Rwanda
Six senators set to complete their terms next week
The European Union (EU) through Team Europe announced an €95 million (approximatelyRwf160bn) funding commitment to Rwanda. Courtesy
Health
BioNTech secures up to Rwf160bn for vaccine production in Rwanda
Workers sort coffee beans under processing for export at Kigali Special Economic Zone. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.
Business
Why online auction for Rwanda’s best coffee matters
All vehicles registered in Rwanda are required to have a steering wheel on the left-hand side.
Law
Which right-hand drive vehicles are allowed registration in Rwanda?
ACP Steven Rukumba, Commissioner for Testing and Licensing at Rwanda National Police, speaks during the senatorial session that was assessing government’s measures meant to address road accidents, on October 10, 2025 (Emmanuel Ntirenganya).
Rwanda
How new road traffic bill may change driver behaviour

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