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 Shallon Mwiza
Shallon Mwiza
Officers demonstrate firefighting techniques during a drill aimed at practicing proper evacuation procedures and improving response coordination. Courtesy
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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
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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
Bellazuri Cosmetics, a fast-growing African beauty brand, launched the activities in Rwanda at The Retreat in Kiyovu on Friday, October 3. All photos by Craish Bahizi.
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African skincare brand Bellazuri debuts in Rwanda
L-R: Ogechi Adeola, Olivier Uwishema, Prof Leon Mutesa, and the late Paul Farmer.
Education
Rwanda-affiliated scientists ranked among world’s top 2%
Rwanda Development Board CEO, Jean Guy Afrika, poses with an LA Clippers representative while holding Los Angeles Clippers jerseys branded with the “Visit Rwanda” logo during the official partnership announcement.
How Visit Rwanda deals have promoted local tourism
The U.S. Embassy in Kigali has announced that scheduled services for American citizens and visa applicants will continue during the ongoing lapse in appropriation. Courtesy
International
US Embassy Kigali puts services on hold amid US govt shutdown
Participants pose for a group at the workshop to present the results of the survey
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FEATURED: Tanga Community champions inclusive access to sexual, reproductive health services
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) announced new Visit Rwanda partnerships with two US sports teams on Monday, September 29.
Tourism
Why Visit Rwanda is targeting the US sports market
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Football
NFL: Introducing Visit Rwanda's next stop
David Lappartient UCI President and Amina Lanaya, the Director General of the UCI Road World Championships follow the race on Wednesday, September 24. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Cycling
Kigali set benchmark so high, future hosts must catch up – UCI’s Lanaya
Residents during a reforestation exercise in Mageragere Sector. Courtesy
Environment
A look at new efforts to expand Rwanda’s forest cover, restore landscapes
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Choose Kigali; where art and cuisine meet

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