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The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr Vincent Biruta and UK Home Secretary James Cleverly address journalists during the signing of a new migration treaty in Kigali, December 5. PHOTO BY OLIVIER MUGWIZA
International
UK-Rwanda migration plan: What next after British parliament votes in favour of new treaty?
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr Vincent Biruta, and UK Home Secretary James Cleverly during the signing of a new migration treaty between the two countries in Kigali, December 5
Rwanda
UK lawmakers vote in favour of new migration treaty with Rwanda
The inaugural Gala Dinner is scheduled for Thursday, December 14 at 6 PM at the Park Inn Hotel, marking the commencement of KFN. COURTESY
Rwanda
New social initiative ‘Kigali Family Night’ seeks to help address domestic challenges
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr Vincent Biruta, and UK Home Secretary James Cleverly during the signing of a new migration treaty between the two countries in Kigali, December 5. Olivier Mugwiza.
International
British parliament to vote on new UK-Rwanda migration plan
The initial attempt in Africa to assess the efficacy of two combined vaccines against HIV has been terminated as researchers determined that the intervention was ineffective. COURTESY
Health
HIV vaccine trial in Africa halted due to ineffectiveness
Inmates in various correctional facilities in the country can now apply for parole after serving only a quarter of their jail terms. Craish Bahizi
Rwanda
Rwanda: Inmates eligible for parole after serving a quarter of their terms
The event was attended by people from various corporate institutions, the party featured various activities including food, trivia, and brief speeches. CHRISTIANNE MURENGERANTWARI
Featured
FEATURED: Radisson Blu, Kigali Convention Centre treat clients to fabulous end-of-year fete
Minister of Education Gaspard Twagirayezu and the university’s chancellor Bishop Vincent Harolimana cut a cake as INES-Ruhengeri celebrate the anniversary of  20 years on December 7. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Science
FEATURED: INES-Ruhengeri marks 20 years of empowering Rwanda through applied sciences
Julien Niyingabira, the Division Manager of the Rwanda Health Communication Centre. File
Health
Health ministry urged to clarify difference between advertisement and information
Officials at the launch of “MyRRA” a system that consolidates all its online services within a unified portal  at Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA), on Tuesday, December 5. Courtesy
Technology
RRA launches single portal for all online services
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente with officials during a tour of an exhibition during the opening of the mining week on Monday, December 4. Courtesy
Economy
Mining: Officials confident sector will fetch $1b by end of year
A view of Kunga Therapy Center in Kimironko sector, of Gasabo district. Kunga Therapy and seven other health facilities offering traditional, complementary, and alternative medicine have been closed down. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health
Kunga Therapy, 7 other health facilities closed
Residents undergo a mass screening exercise of Non-communicable Desease during the ongoing campaign on GBV on Saturday, December 2.
Health
Kigali: Campaign against GBV features testing for NCDs, HIV
Dr Sabin Nsanzimana, the Minister of Health delivers remarks at an event to mark World AIDs Day on Thursday, November 30. He said the disease is not yet finished. PHOTOS BY DAN GATSINZI
Health
World AIDS Day: MoH urges everyone to participate in the fight
Minister of Health Dr Sabin Nsanzimana (3rd right) poses for a photo with individuals and representatives of organisations who were acknowledged for their vital contribution to the fight against AIDS during the World AIDS Day event in Kigali on Thursday, November 30. During his address, Nsanzimana encouraged young individuals to undergo
testing and start treatment, emphasising that the illness is still prevalent. PHOTOS BY DAN GATSINZI
Health
HIV/AIDS: Rwanda braces for reduced foreign aid
President Paul Kagame leads the ceremony to break ground to kick-start the construction of the BioNTech vaccine manufacturing plant in Rwanda  on June 23, 2022. Photo by Willy Mucyo
Health
BioNTech Rwanda vaccine manufacturing plant to be launched next month
Officials give milk to the children during the event to RBC celebrate child health care week in Nyamashake on November 27. All Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Health
Stunting: Officials optimistic 2024 reduction targets can be met
Prominent American preacher Rick Warren addresses clerics during the All Africa Baptist Fellowship (AABF) gathering in Kigali on Wednesday, November 29. Courtesy
Religion
Rick Warren to African pastors: It is your time to lead the global church

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