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 Shallon Mwiza
Shallon Mwiza
The New Times
Technology
From scam to success: How Rwandans are navigating online work
Participants pose for a group photo at the launch that was  held on July 10 at the NISR Training Centre and Data Science Campus in Nyarugenge
Science
New data science scheme seeks to empower Rwanda’s policymakers
Israel Nuru Mupenzi, the President of Peace and Love Proclaimers (PLP), a youth-led organisation based in Kigali.
Rwanda
Vox pop: What does Liberation mean to young Rwandans
Rwamagana Solar Power Station , an 8.5MW solar power plan. Rwanda is exploring the potential of generating up to 200 megawatts (MW) of electricity from solar energy.
Energy
Rwanda mulls generating 200MW from solar energy
Dr. Diane Karusisi, the CEO of BK. speaks during a corporate breakfast meeting with high-level corporate clients at the BK Arena. On June 27
Featured
FEATURED: BK engages lead corporates in strategic dialogue to shape future of business development
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Featured
FEATURED: Virunga beer powers Toxic Xperience in Rubavu, Rwanda’s premier music festival
Rwanda is seeing a surge in the uptake of mobile loans, driven by rapid growth in mobile money usage. Photo by Kellya Keza
Technology
Mobile loan uptake soars as digital financing picks up pace
In order to meet Kigali’s increasing water demand, a $25 million [around Rwf26 billion] upgrade is planned for the city’s aging Nzove water treatment plant. COURTESY
Infrastructure
WASAC plans major Nzove upgrade as Kigali water demand surges
Kevin Kade and Element join the star-studded lineup set to perform at Rwanda Convention USA 2025, bringing Rwandan music to the Irving Convention Center stage in Texas this July. COURTESY.
Music
Rwanda Convention USA adds Kevin Kade, Element to star-studded lineup
Worshippers in prayer at New Life Bible Church in Kigali
Religion
Beyond the pulpit: How Rwandan churches are making faith click with the youth
Rwandan-Scottish actor Ncuti Gatwa, who earned a nod for Best Actor in a Science Fiction or Fantasy Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie for his performance in “Doctor Who.” 
Cinema
Ncuti Gatwa’s final Doctor Who season scores Critics' Choice nomination
Finance minister Yusuf Murangwa.
Economy
From startups to taxpayers: Rwandans weigh in on nation's largest budget yet
A health worker conducts a Covid-19 test in 2021 in Kigali. File
Health
Protecting yourself from Influenza A: Expert tips amid Rwanda's flu season
Chriss Eazy pictured with his late mother, who was a frequent presence in his life and work, including on his YouTube channel. COURTESY.
Showbiz
Rwandan musician Chriss Eazy mourns the loss of his mother
Junior Rumaga will take the stage at a special pre-Liberation Day concert celebrating the legacy of veteran singer Mariya Yohana. File
Music
Rumaga on performing with Mariya Yohana: ‘Three generations united for liberation through music’
1-55 AM’s Kenny Mugarura (top left), alongside Kenny Sol, Rosskana and Element. COURTESY.
Music
Kenny Mugarura breaks silence on 1:55 AM label exits
Rwanda’s Angell Mutoni, French beatboxer Mirsa to headline Hip Hop Asili 2025. COURTESY
Music
Angell Mutoni to make Tanzania debut at Hip Hop Asili Festival in Bagamoyo
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Religion
Faith, family, and the power of love: Navigating mixed-faith families in Rwanda

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