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Brig Gen Ezechiel Gakwerere of the genocidal militia FDLR and some members captured by M23 at the handover event in Rubavu District on Saturday, March 1,2025. Photo Germain Nsanzimana

Faced with an impossible choice, Rwandan interests must take precedence

Monday, March 09, 2026

A section of Bumbogo residential area in Gasabo District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Why updating Rwanda’s land price reference list cannot wait

Friday, March 06, 2026

A fuel pump SP petrol station at Gishushu in Kigali. Due to Iran-US war fuel prices have increased by about 10 percent, while other imported goods have risen between 10 and 20 percent. Sam Ngendahimana

Fuel shock is a wake-up call for Rwanda’s economic resilience

Thursday, March 05, 2026

US President Donald Trump, President Paul Kagame and DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi sign the Washington Accord in Washington D.C. on December 4, 2025. Courtesy

Balanced diplomacy, not sanction will bring peace in DR Congo

Wednesday, March 04, 2026

Students interact during a group work in Kigali. Craish BAHIZI

Digital work holds promise for Rwanda’s young population

Tuesday, March 03, 2026

A residential house destroyed by bombing in Minembwe. The AFCM23 has vowed to defend civilians in eastern DR Congo, accusing DR Congo of launching a deliberate campaign of “terror” against populated areas.

Someone has to step up to protect civilians in eastern DR Congo

Monday, March 02, 2026

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