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 Shallon Mwiza
Shallon Mwiza
Philbert Gakwenzire, Chairperson of Ibuka, speaks during a commemoration event in Kigali in 2024. File
Kwibuka
Ibuka at 30: Decades of resilience, rebuilding
RRA will license and monitor all professionals who assist businesses and individuals in preparing and filing tax returns. File
Law
Expert weighs in on RRA’s new tax advisory regulations
A group of Kigali residents hikes a mountain in Rulindo District. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Health
Why hiking is becoming a thing in Rwanda
McBride Peter Nkhalamba, Director of Governance and Specialised Reporting at the African Peer Review Mechanism, delivers his remarks during the launch of the African Credit Rating Agency on October 3
Economy
African credit rating agency could correct global bias, experts say
A view of Kigali Central Business District in Nyarugenge. Rwanda has emerged as one of the standout performers in the 2025 edition of the Absa Africa Financial Markets Index (AFMI). Dan Gatsinzi
Finance
Rwanda climbs in latest Absa Financial Markets Index
MTN Rwanda Chief Executive Officer Monzer Ali interacts with participants at the Global Mobile Congess atv Kigali Convention Centre on Wednesday, October 22. Courtesy
Featured
MTN unveils ‘Ms. Baza’ AI assistant to bridge Rwanda’s digital divide
President Paul Kagame and senior delegates pose for a group photo at the opening of the Summit in Kigali on October 21. Courtesy
Technology
Mobile tech contributes $220bn to Africa's GDP - report
The conference brought together over 4,000 participants from across the globe, including government officials, tech experts, and industry leaders,
Technology
New initiative targets African languages for next-gen AI
Israel Mbonyi on Wednesday, released his new song , one of the song on the album made its debut at a launch show held on Sunday, October 5, at the Intare Conference Arena in Rusororo.
Music
Israel Mbonyi’s new album ‘Hobe’ releases songs weekly
By reframing connectivity as a basic economic right rather than a luxury, Africa’s telecom industry is betting on inclusion as its most powerful form of innovation.
Technology
Telcos push for tax cuts to make smartphones affordable, boost digital inclusion
Officers demonstrate firefighting techniques during a drill aimed at practicing proper evacuation procedures and improving response coordination. Courtesy
Featured
I&M Bank conducts annual fire drill to strengthen workplace safety
Some of the 9,526 students during the graduation ceremony at the University of Rwanda Huye Campus on Friday, October 17. All photos by Kellya Keza
PHOTOS: More than 9,500 graduate at University of Rwanda’s 11th ceremony
Panelists engage in a discussion during the official launch of the Financial Sector Development Strategy on Thursday, October 16. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi.
Economy
Listing more state-owned companies could boost capital market, experts say
Raila Odinga passed away on Wednesday, October 15. Courtesy
Kenyans in Rwanda reflect on ‘father figure’ Raila Odinga
Representatives of the pioneering entities pose for a group photo with senior officials at the event on Wednesday, October 8. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Rwanda
The New Times awarded Gold Gender Equality Certification by standards body
Minister of Environment, Bernadette Arakwiye delivers her remarks during the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Annual Meeting 2025 in Kigali. Craish BAHIZI
Environment
Rwanda unveils biodiversity strategy as ISO launches first global standard to ‘end war against nature’
Delegates at the 2025 International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) Annual Meeting, taking place from October 6 to 10. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Featured
Kigali: Global experts convene as Rwanda hosts ISO annual meeting
Made in Rwanda products will be showcased at the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) Annual Meeting and General Assembly in Kigali from October 6 to 10, 2025.
Rwanda
Made in Rwanda takes center stage as Rwanda hosts ISO 2025

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