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Officials pose for a group photo during the launch of ‘Chidi’, a ground-breaking AI learning companion built in partnership with Anthropic and the Government of Rwanda. Courtesy
Featured
ALX unveils ‘Chidi’, a first-of-its-kind AI mentor for young learners
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
AFC–M23 officials during the pass-out ceremony of 7,437 new fighters on Sunday, September 14. Courtesy.
Africa
DR Congo: AFC/M23 slams Burundi’s bid to join peace talks
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
A view of Goma airport runway, which was significantly damaged during the battle that saw the AFC/M23 capture the airport earlier this year. Photos by James Munyaneza
Africa
Goma airport can only be reopened by AFC/M23, say rebels
Monday, November 17, 2025
Burundian troops remain in DR Congo, where they were first deployed with the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) in November 2022. Courtesy
Africa
How Burundian troops in South Kivu sparked a distinct humanitarian crisis amid DR Congo’s wider war
Saturday, November 15, 2025
MPs who are members of the Network of Rwandan Parliamentarians on Population and Development (RPRPD) and the Rwanda Women Parliamentary Forum (FFRP) during the outreach.
Featured
MPs urge youth to shape their future amid teen pregnancy crackdown
Friday, November 14, 2025
The Minister of Interior, Vincent Biruta conveys a message of congratulations to Angolan President João Lourenço, on behalf of President Paul Kagame, on Tuesday, November 11. Courtesy
Politics
Biruta delivers Kagame's message to Angolan president
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Congolese government and the AFCM23 movement delegations were expected to meet in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday, November 11.
Africa
Kinshasa skips signing of Doha peace deal
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Simandou Iron Ore Project, one of the largest ongoing mining developments in the world. Internet
International
What to know about Guinea’s mega iron ore project Kagame is visiting
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
(-L-R) Benson Ndung'u Chief Executive Officer and Senior Partner, KPMG East Africa, Ignatius Sehoole, CEO KPMG One Africa, Joelene Pierce, CEO KPMG South Africa and Tola Adeyemi, CEO KPMG West Africa. According to the KPMG 2025 Africa CEO Outlook, 79 per cent of African Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) are optimistic about their organisations’ growth in the year ahead, up from 64 per cent in 2024. Courtesy
Featured
African business leaders optimistic, prioritising AI upskilling for growth
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Rwandan and Congolese government officials sign the initial text of the Regional Economic Initiative Framework in Washington as US Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos (second left) and other US officials look on. Courtesy of Massad Boulos
Africa
Rwanda-DR Congo economic deal ‘good reason for optimism’
Monday, November 10, 2025
Delegates pose for a photo during the second EAPCCO–China ministerial dialogue held in Kigali on Wednesday, November 5.
Security
East African police forces, China eye deeper ties
Thursday, November 06, 2025
The government is seeking at least $300 million country’s internet coverage gap. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Technology
Rwanda needs Rwf430bn to scale internet coverage, says ICT minister
Wednesday, November 05, 2025
Workers pack fresh avocados for export at the NAEB packhouse in Kigali. File photo
Economy
Rwanda may soon export avocados to China
Tuesday, November 04, 2025
Representatives of the Congolese government and the AFCM23 movement sign the declaration of principles in Doha on July 19. File
Africa
DR Congo crisis: Uncertainty looms over Doha peace talks
Tuesday, November 04, 2025
Government officials gather for a group photo during the closing session of the retreat at Gako Military Academy on November 2.
Rwanda
Local leaders recommit to citizen-centered service delivery
Sunday, November 02, 2025
Philippa Kibugu Decuir, founder of BCIEA, speaks during the Breast Cancer Awareness campaign at Green Hills Academy in Kigali on Saturday, November 1. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Featured
I&M Bank joins Ulinzi Walk to champion breast cancer awareness
Sunday, November 02, 2025
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Rwanda
How RGB assesses Rwanda’s governance landscape
Saturday, November 01, 2025
Doris Uwicyeza Picard, RBG Chief Executive Officer, speaks at the launch of 12th edition of Rwanda Governance Scorecard on Friday, October 31. Courtesy of RGB
Security
Security tops governance index as citizen participation improves
Friday, October 31, 2025

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