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Aurore Teta Ufitiwabo

Aurore Teta Ufitiwabo

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The prosecution this week requested the Nyagatare Intermediate court to hand the former Governor of Eastern Province, Emmanuel Gasana a 10 year jail sentence and a fine of Rwf 144 million over allegations that include; soliciting and accepting illegal benefits in exchange for favors and abuse of office. The court will render a verdict on April 11.

Prosecution seeks 10-year sentence for former Governor Gasana

Friday, March 15, 2024

Emmanuel Ugirashebuja, the Minister of Justice addresses delegates at the African Law and Tech Network Summit 2024, at Norrsken House, Kigali, on Wednesday, March 13. PHOTOS BY CRAISH BAHIZI.

Justice minister calls for adoption of technology to enhance access to justice

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Jean-François Ricard, the Head of the French National Anti-Terrorism Prosecution Office and Aimable Havugiyaremye, the Prosecutor General of the National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA) pay tribute to victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi at Murambi Genocide Memorial in Nyamagabe on Tuesday, March 12. All photos by Craish Bahizi

Top French prosecutor calls for end to impunity as he honours Murambi genocide victims

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Minister of Environment, Jeanne d’Arc Mujawamariya delivers remarks during the the Commonwealth Day event at Nyandungu Urban Wetland Eco-tourism Park. Courtesy

Commonwealth Day 2024: Rwanda pledges continuous ecological resilience, youth involvement

Monday, March 11, 2024

Flags of the Commonwealth member states hoisted in Kigali during the CHOGM in June 2022. Rwandans are partaking in the annual observance of Commonwealth Day. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Rwanda joins global celebration of Commonwealth Day

Monday, March 11, 2024

Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente interacts with Sahr John Kpundeh, the Country Manager for the World Bank in Rwanda and Minister of Finance Uzziel Ndagijimana (R) after a meeting on Friday, March 8. Courtesy

Rwanda, World Bank strengthen bilateral cooperation for sustainable development

Saturday, March 09, 2024

Denis Kazungu, the ‘serial killer’ responsible for the deaths of 13 people has been handed a life sentence by the Nyarugenge Intermediate Court on Friday, March 8. File

‘Serial killer’ Kazungu sentenced to life in prison

Friday, March 08, 2024

Prime Minister Dr. Ngirente meets with Mafalda Duarte, Executive Director of the Green Climate Fund, in Kigali on Thursday, March 7. Courtesy

PM Ngirente meets with Green Climate Fund boss to enhance collaboration

Friday, March 08, 2024

Some of the young girls who benefit from Imbuto Foundation sponsorship during the celebration of the International Day of Girl Child in Musanze, on October 11, 2022. Photo Courtesy.

IWD: Rwanda to celebrate 30 years of women’s contribution to national transformation

Thursday, March 07, 2024

University of Rwanda students during a class at Gikondo Campus in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Higher education: What changes does draft law governing UR, RP bring?

Thursday, March 07, 2024

RIB arrested Theoneste Rwagasore, a lawyer who deals in land issues in Kigali, on suspicion of soliciting, accepting, or offering illegal benefits on Monday, March 4. File

Kigali lawyer arrested for alleged bribery

Monday, March 04, 2024

Gospel music singer Chryso Ndasingwa performing during the Crossover. Ndasingwa is set to release his debut album “Wahozeho” on May 5 at the BK Arena. PHOTO BY DAN GATSINZI

Gospel singer Chryso Ndasingwa’s debut album launch set for May

Monday, March 04, 2024

Prime Minister Dr. Ngirente delivers his remarks in the High Level Segment of Heads of State and Government of the 6th Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly taking place in Nairobi, Kenya

PM Ngirente calls for global action to reduce plastic production

Thursday, February 29, 2024

Huye Intermediate Court handed a seven-year jail sentence to two individuals in connection with an illegal mine that collapsed in Huye District in 2023. File

Two sentenced to 7 years in jail over Huye mine incident

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Joseph Harerimana, popularly known as Apostle Yongwe is a Kigali preacher accused of defrauding people by taking money from his congregation in exchange for miracles. The prosecution on Tuesday, requested the Gasabo Primary Court to sentence him to a three-year jail sentence and a fine of Rwf 5 million. Photo/Igihe

Prosecution seeks 3-year sentence for ‘Apostle Yongwe’ on fraud charges

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Some of the 103 refugees and asylum seekers from Libya at Kigali International Airport in August last year. Government, on February 26, announced the establishment of a special court to address cases and legal matters concerning refugees and asylum seekers. Photo Courtesy

Rwanda to establish special court for refugees, asylum seekers

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The participant pose for group photo during launched Women in Energy Africa (WEN-Africa) forum. Photos: Courtesy

Can new forum boost women’s input in Africa’s energy sector?

Thursday, February 22, 2024

Gasabo Intermediate Court re-open the hearing in the case involving businessman Jean Nsabimana, commonly known as ‘Dubai on February 16,

Why court ordered re-opening of hearing in case of businessman 'Dubai', former Gasabo district officials

Monday, February 19, 2024