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The National Bank of Rwanda’s five-month proof of concept (PoC) for the proposed e-Franc Rwandais suggests that a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) is technically feasible. Sam Ngendahimana

A digital franc holds promise, but users will determine success

Friday, February 27, 2026

Patients at Butaro Health Centre in Burera District. File

Why we must all back the new reforms in Mutuelle de Sante

Thursday, February 26, 2026

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Expanded Mutuelle benefits mean little without public uptake

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Rwanda decided to develop the Rwanda e-GP system called UMUCYO, a web-based e-Procurement system. Courtesy

A new dawn for local innovators in public tenders

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

According to Meteo Rwanda above-average rainfall and strong winds are expected in late February

As the skies open up, let caution be our weapon

Monday, February 23, 2026

A section of Remera residential area near Amahoro Stadium, which the City of Kigali has earmarked for redevelopment. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

City authorities must get balance between public interest and private land ownership right

Friday, February 20, 2026

More than 120,000 hectares of state-owned land are lying idle countrywide. Courtesy

Reallocating idle state-owned land is timely, but caution must be exercised

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Rwanda has positioned itself as a continental leader in innovation, from digital public services to smart governance. Kellya Keza

Unlocking Rwanda’s AI Future is a collective responsibility

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The rapid spread of short-term digital loans is not a side story in financial inclusion but a central pillar of economic resilience.

Mobile loans are a key pillar for small business continuity, expansion

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Heads of State and Government pose for a photo at the African Union summit on Saturday, February 14. Courtesy

African leaders must walk the talk on maternal health

Monday, February 16, 2026

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Mushikiwabo’s stellar record makes her a perfect fit for La Francophonie

Friday, February 13, 2026

Panelists engage in a discussion at the presentation of the latest edition of the Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)

Despite the good ranking, war on graft is an ongoing endeavor

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Doctors conduct epilepsy surgery operation at CHUK Hopital in Kigali on Monday, February 9.

First epilepsy surgery commendable but not enough

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Kigali’s skyline tells two stories at once. One is of rapid growth, cranes dotting the horizon and new estates reshaping the city. Dan Gatsinzi

Unlocking Kigali’s idle land through partnerships and vertical living

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Local artiste Bruce Melodie shares his views during a panel discussion session at Umushyikirano as Scovia Mutesi looks on, on Friday, February 6. Olivier Mugwiza

Monetising digital content needed as soon as yesterday

Sunday, February 08, 2026

Panelists engage in a discussion during the 20th edition of Umushyikirano at Kigali Convention Centre on Thursday, Februaruy 5. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Let Umushyikirano serve as a checkpoint, not the starting line

Friday, February 06, 2026

According to the National Disaster Management Institute, the massive flooding in Mozambique affected at least 600,000 people and destroyed or damaged at least 30,000 homes. Internet

The World must stand together against climate shocks

Wednesday, February 04, 2026

Residents during the launch of Rwanda Social Security Board's “Iremere Ejo Heza” campaign on November 25, 2025. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi.

EjoHeza reforms make retirement saving realistic for informal workers

Tuesday, February 03, 2026