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 Charles Nyandwi
Charles Nyandwi
Senior Officers observe a moment of silence to pay tribute to the victims of the Genocide during a commemoration event in Mozambique. Courtesy
Kwibuka
Mozambique: Rwandan Security Forces mark Kwibuka32
PL party chairperson Donatille Mukabalisa said the courage and sacrifice of the liberation forces should inspire today’s youth to play an active role in building and protecting the country.
Kwibuka
Kwibuka32: PL party urges youth to learn from forces that stopped Genocide
Mourners observe a moment of silence during the 31st commemoration of the Genocide against the Tutsi at African Union Headquarters in Ethiopia, on April 7. 2025. File
Kwibuka
Kwibuka32: AU to unveil Human Rights Virtual Memorial 
Rwanda’s daily demand for petroleum products rose sharply to 3.1 million litres in the beginning of April. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Energy
Why Rwanda's fuel demand surged by nearly 40 percent in April
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Infrastructure
Fuel price hike set to affect road construction costs - officials
Liberia-flagged tanker Shenlong Suezmax, carrying crude oil from Saudi Arabia, that arrived clearing the Strait of Hormuz, is seen at the Mumbai Port in Mumbai, India, Thursday, March 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)
International
Middle East war: AU urges social protection, flexible monetary policies
A view Nyabugogo taxi park in Kigali. Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) has announced revised public transport fares for intercity and interdistrict routes, with the new tariffs set to take effect on Monday, April 6. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Rwanda
Here are new transport fares from Kigali to provinces
Richard Niwenshuti has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Cooperation Initiative (RCI), while CP Theos Badege, a former spokesperson for the Rwanda National Police, has been appointed Deputy Commissioner General of the Rwanda Correctional Service. Courtesy.
Rwanda
RCI gets new chief executive as CP Badege joins RCS
PAC Chairperson Valens Muhakwa (1st Right), highlights persistent weaknesses despite improvements brought by the 2022 law. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Law
Lawmakers demand swift overhaul of procurement rules
Senators follow Minister Ndabemeye's presentation on Wednesday, April 1. courtesy
Agriculture
Senators question move to allow Rwanda Medical Supply to import veterinary drugs
The Minister of Agriculture told the senators that the government plans to increase the number of cattle artificially inseminated more than sixfold from 120,000 to 741,274 annually by the 2027-2028 financial year. Photo Sam Ngendahimana
Agriculture
New plants, drones to power cattle breeding expansion
Serge Kamuhinda, CEO of Volkswagen Mobility Solutions Rwanda  and BPR Rwanda Plc Managing Director Patience Mutesi, during the signing ceremony on Tuesday, March 31. Courtesy
Featured
Women drivers' car ownership unlocked in new BPR-Volkswagen deal
A poultry farmer Nyirabagwiza feeds her chickens. The Minister told Senators that the government will address rising animal feed prices by expanding distribution outlets, increasing storage capacity, boosting maize and soybean production and strengthening feed quality regulation. File
Agriculture
Agric minister talks efforts to curb rising animal feed prices
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva  has been given six months to present solutions to persistent challenges affecting feeder roads, particularly poor water management. File
Infrastructure
Parliament summons Prime Minister over feeder roads
Workers on duty at Legend Cables at Kigali Special Economic Zone. Rwanda’s Producer Price Index (PPI) increased by 13.9 per cent in February 2026 compared to the same month last year. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Economy
Producer prices rise 13.9% in February
A landslide occurred in Karongi District following heavy rainfall. The district is among the areas expected to experience significant rainfall in April in Rwanda. Courtesy
Rwanda
Heavy rains, strong winds forecast in April
Delegates at the 4th EAC Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Conference on Monday, March 30
Technology
Regional collaboration critical for Africa’s AI future — experts
Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT and Innovation, with UNESCO Regional Director for Eastern Africa Louise Haxthausen during the 4th East African Community Science, Technology and Innovation Conference in Kigali. Courtesy
Science
Why East Africa must own its AI future, not import it

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