author

 Alice Umutesi
Alice Umutesi
Rwanda National Bank Governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye and Gerald Nyaoma, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya, sign the agreement on Wednesday, March 11. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Technology
What Rwanda-Kenya fintech deal means for companies
Jean Luc Habyarimana.
Africa
FDLR links to Habyarimana's son raise regional security concerns - report
(L-R)  James Mwangi, Managing Director and CEO of Equity Group Holdings, Mary Ellen Iskenderian, President and CEO of Women’s World Banking, Serigne Dioum, CEO of MNT Fintech Group during a panel discussion. Dan Gatsinzi
Finance
Digital finance offers path to wealth creation in Africa - experts
Lee Naik, CEO and Regional President of TransUnion Africa, speaks to The New Times during an interview on the sidelines of the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Kigali on Wednesday, March 11. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Finance
What will shape Rwanda’s next phase of financial inclusion?
Emma Lestideau speaks to The New Times during the interview her office in  Remera, in Kigali. Photo by Kellya Keza
Tourism
From Hilton trainer to mentor of Rwanda’s hospitality talent
Rwanda National Bank Governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye and Gerald Nyaoma, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya, sign the agreement on Wednesday, March 11, on the sidelines of the Inclusive FinTech 2026.  Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Finance
Rwanda, Kenya sign deal to make cross-border payments easier
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva delivers hus remarks at the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Kigali, on Wednesday, March 11. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Economy
PM Nsengiyumva: Africa must build independent financial systems
The East African Community (EAC) congratulates Amb. Stephen Patrick Mbundi on his appointment as Secretary General (2026–2031). Courtesy
Who is Stephen Mbundi, new EAC boss?
The New Times
EAC MPs to receive salaries from their home countries
Museveni (left) shakes hands with Ruto during the handover of the leadership role. Photo by EAC media.
Museveni takes over EAC chairmanship
The New Times
Economy
Bigger economies set to pay more into EAC budget
Some of the East African Community (EAC) Heads of State during a recent meeting in Arusha. Courtesy
Economy
EAC unveils customs bond system in Arusha
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva  arrives in Arusha, Tanzania, for  the 25th Ordinary Summit of the East African Community (EAC) Heads of State on Friday, March 6. Upon his arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, the Prime Minister was received by Tanzania’s Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Dennis Londo. Courtesy
International
PM Nsengiyumva arrives in Arusha ahead EAC Summit
Cross-border trucks transporting goods from Tanzania  to Rwanda. Due to Iran-US war fuel prices have increased by about 10 percent, while other imported goods have risen between 10 and 20 percent. Photo Craish Bahizi.
Economy
Govt moves to cushion local fuel market amid Iran conflict
Participants at the week-long meeting that will assess Rwanda’s readiness and progress towards the introduction of a safe, secure and sustainable 
nuclear power in the country. Photo: Courtesy
Energy
What IAEA’s review means for Rwanda’s nuclear ambitions
EAC Heads of States during previous Summit in Arusha-Tanzania. The East African Community (EAC) Heads of State are set to meet in Arusha, Tanzania on March 7 for the 25th Ordinary Summit.
Politics
EAC Heads of State meet on Saturday: What’s on the agenda?
Rwanda is hosting the Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review (INIR) Mission -Phase 1 .
Energy
IAEA experts in Rwanda to assess readiness for nuclear power
First Lady Jeannette Kagame attends Green Hills Academy’s annual Rwanda Festival, “IKIVI,” joining guests in celebrating the culture. PHOTOS BY DAN GATSINZI
Education
PHOTOS: First Lady attends Green Hills Academy cultural festival

Subscribe to The New Times E-Paper