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 Aurore Teta Ufitiwabo
Aurore Teta Ufitiwabo
RURA has announced a reduction in the price of gasoline to Rwf1,629 per litre while the price for diesel remains unchanged at Rwf1,652 per litre. Craish Bahizi
Energy
RURA announces slight reduction in price of gasoline
Students have lunch at school through school feeding programme in Kicukiro District. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Rwanda
Over Rwf 20 million raised for school feeding scheme
The revised family and persons law published on July 30 stipulates that one or both spouses can apply for separation without necessarily dissolving the marriage. ALEX GREEN/PEXELS
Law
Separation without divorce? Yes, new law gives married couples cooling-off period
Wenceslas Twagirayezu, the 56-year-old genocide convict was sentenced on July 31 by the Court of Appeal in Kigali to 20 years in prison.
Crime
Genocide survivors welcome court's decision to overturn acquittal of Wenceslas Twagirayezu
Wenceslas Twagirayezu, a 56 was found guilty of participation in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and sentenced  to 20 years in prison.
Crime
Court of appeal sentences Wenceslas Twagirayezu to 20 years for Genocide
Some of the inmates at Nyarugenge Prison. During the 2023-2024 period, over 12,000 cases were resolved through mediation and plea-bargaining. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Law
Rwanda saved over Rwf7bn through alternative dispute resolution in 2023
Genocide convict Tito Barahira has died at the age of 72 in France. Internet
Crime
Genocide convict Tito Barahira passes away in France
Driving test car at Rwanda national police. Presidential Order approved the use of automatic transmission vehicles on July 25. File
Rwanda
Driving tests: What’s next after Rwanda okays use of automatic cars?
Court spokesperson Harrison Mutabazi told The New Times that while most judges and judicial officers head for a month-long recess in August, a select few will remain on duty to handle urgent matters. These urgent matters, he noted, typically include pre-trial detentions and other pressing applications.
Law
What happens to ongoing cases when judges go on vacation?
Gaspard Twagirayezu, the Minister of Education distributes exam papers during the official launch of the examination at GS Remera Protestant in Kicukiro District on Tuesday, July 23. Emmanuel Dushimimana
Education
PHOTOS: Over 235,000 candidates begin secondary school national examinations
The exams are scheduled to start Tuesday, July 23 and end on August 2, with the official launch happening at GS Remera Protestant in Kicukiro District. File
Education
Ordinary, Advanced Level national exams commence on Tuesday
Frank Habineza, the chairman of the Green Party, has commended Rwandans for their support in the just concluded July 14-16 elections.
Elections
Green Party’s Habineza: We shall continue to strive for Rwanda’s betterment
Frank Habineza, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Green Party of Rwanda casts his vote at GS Kimironko II polling site on July 15. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Elections
‘As long as elections are free, fair, I will accept results’, says Habineza
Presidential candidate of the Green Party, Frank Habineza(C), and his party members address the media during a press conference held in Kigali on July 11. Photo Courtesy
Elections
Green Party gaining widespread support - Habineza
Presidential candidate for the Green Party, Frank Habineza addresses the media during a press conference in Kigali.
Elections
Habineza says plans to enhance Rwanda Day if elected
Democratic Green Party of Rwanda's flag bearer Frank Habineza  during the party’s campaign rally in Byumba Sector, Gicumbi District on July 10
Elections
Green Party pledges to build milk processing factory in Gicumbi
Frank Habineza, the chairman of the Democratic Green Party of Rwanda and party members dance during a campaign event in Muhanga District on Tuesday, July 9. Courtesy
Elections
Frank Habineza campaigns in Muhanga, promises changes in mining sector
Frank Habineza, the Democratic Green Party of Rwanda flag bearer greets residents of Gahanga during a campaign rally in  Kicukiro district on June 8. Courtesy
Elections
PHOTOS: Green Party campaigns in Bugesera, Kicukiro; promises improved roads, small factories

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