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 Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Emmanuel Ntirenganya
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
Ecofleet Solutions, a state-owned company, is set to begin operations aimed at improving public transportation in Kigali starting next month. Courtesy
Infrastructure
State-owned company to begin bus services in Kigali next month
Fatuma Ndangiza, an EALA MP from Rwanda
Health
Rwandan MP leads bid for universal healthcare in East Africa
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Economy
Rwanda Coffee sets new record, fetching $88 per kilo at auction
Delegates follow a panel dicussion during the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Annual Meeting 2025 in Kigali. Craish BAHIZI
Business
How standards can open global markets for African SMEs
Officials poses for a photo as Mahwi Grain Millers listed its second tranche bond on the Rwanda Stock Exchange (RSE)  on October 8. Courtesy
Business
Mahwi Grain Millers lists second tranche bond on bourse
Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Mark Cyubahiro Bagabe speaking at a session titled Cultivating Change Youth, Tech and the Future of Agriculture on Tuesday, October 7. Photos by Craish Bahizi.
Agriculture
Rwanda turns to machine learning and satellites to boost precision agriculture
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva poses for a group photo with senior delegates at the 2025 International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO)
Annual Meeting, taking place n Kigali from October 6 to 10. Photos: Craish Bahizi.
Business
Optimism for Rwandan business growth as govt slashes standardisation fees

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