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 Vincent Sugira
Vincent Sugira
An IT specialist writing code on his computer. In Rwanda, coding has long been viewed as a promising career path, but the rise of generative AI tools capable of writing code has sparked local and global debates about the future of the profession
Technology
“Rwanda’s coders have a future” despite rise of AI – experts
Rwandans are set to experience their first-ever observation wheel as Kigali prepares to welcome the Kigali Sky Wheel by the end of 2025
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Kigali to welcome first-ever observation wheel by end of 2025
Officials launch the new FinScope 2024 Refugees Financial Inclusion Thematic Report on Friday, June 20. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi
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New report: 99 percent refugees in Rwanda are financially included 
Officials and youth from universities across the country pose for a photo at the inauguration of the Capital Market Youth Forum 2025  in Kigali on June 20. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Featured
Young investors urged to eye Rwanda’s capital market, increase saving habits
Officials and new members pose for agroup photo. The newly sworn-in engineers and technologists will now have access to vast opportunities from the IER and its partners.
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FEATURED: Over 100 engineers, technologists sworn in to uphold professional standards
Players at the 10th edition of the Muema Challenge, a premier golf tournament that blends sport with business networking across Africa. All photos by Craish Bahizi
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Muema Challenge marks 10th anniversary, draws over 100 participants
Officials follow a panel discussion at the two-day symposium, held from June 10 to 11. All photos by Craish Bahizi
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UR-Sweden partnership yields 60 research, innovation projects aimed at addressing Rwanda's devt needs
The project was initiated by Bridges to Prosperity in partnership with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants (DAR), a multinational engineering firm operating in Rwanda, along with its sister companies TYLin and Introba.
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FEATURED: We have linked people to services and usual business: Dar al Handassah to Cyeza Sector residents
Rwanda government signs an MoU with Cotti Coffee
Economy
Rwanda inks deal with Cotti Coffee to boost production, expand to Chinese market
Canal+ Rwanda has launched its summer campaign dubbed the ‘ROYAL’ or ‘Umukiriya ni Umwami’ in Kinyarwanda. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED: Canal+ Rwanda launches ‘ROYAL’ summer promotion with new programmes, discounted packages
BPN’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) graduation ceremony held on May 30 at Kigali Marriott Hotel. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED: BPN celebrates entrepreneurs, encourages seeking solid business fundamentals
Ronald Niwenshuti
Economy
How can Africa contribute to global tax reforms, align tax rules with local realities?
Students from Kigali Christian School hold posters advocating for safer streets for pedestrians and cyclists during a walk organized by HPR
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FEATURED: How Healthy People Rwanda is addressing road safety problems
Al Ahli’s captain, BAL president Amadou Gallo Fall, and MBB’s captain at the inaugural of the 2025 BAL Nile Conference at BK Arena.
Basketball
BAL 5 IN PHOTOS: APR, Al Ahli SC lead the way as Nile Conference takes shape
Ambassador of Rwanda to Ethiopia, Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Charles Karamba speaks at the 3rd edition of the Africa Business Link Forum on Thursday, May 15.
Business
Ambassador Karamba highlights investment opportunities for Ethiopian business leaders
Global Afrobeats superstar David ‘Davido’ Adeleke speaks at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, on Tuesday, May 13. Courtesy
International
Africa CEO Forum: Davido calls for investment in Africa’s entertainment facilities
Heads of state and other delegates during the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan on Monday, May 12. Courtesy
Economy
African private sector urged to rise to the occasion amid declining aid
Andrew Mold, Director of the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Regional Office for Eastern Africa.
Economy
What decline in global development assistance means for Africa

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