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 Vincent Sugira
Vincent Sugira
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Technology
Rwanda signs $7.5m deal with Gates Foundation to launch AI hub
Delegates arrive at Global AI Summit on Africa, the first high-level gathering dedicated to exploring the continent’s role in the global artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem. Dan Gatsinzi
Technology
Inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa opens in Kigali
Kevin Sebineza, Director General of National Research at MINECOFIN, and Fatmata Lovetta Sesay, UNDP Resident Representative in Rwanda, alongside other officials, during the kick off meeting for the 4th National Human Development Report (NHDR) 2025 process. COURTESY PHOTOS
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FEATURED: Rwanda, UNDP kick off review process for Rwanda’s 4th National Human Development Report
AI applications do not inherently understand human languages like English or Kinyarwanda.
Technology
How the Kinyarwanda AI tokenization tool works
According to C4IR, by 2030, AI is estimated to add $2.9 trillion to the African economy, emphasizing the opportunities and economic advantages of AI for Africa.
Technology
Over 1,000 global leaders to gather in Kigali for Global AI Summit
Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, has outlined the priorities for the next five years in line with the government's second phase of the National Strategy for Transformation (NST2).
Technology
ICT minister outlines priorities for the next five years
Ntare Louisenlund School (NLS) welcomed prospective parents and students for an immersive Discovery Day on Saturday, March 22. All photos by Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED - Discovery Day: Ntare Louisenlund gives prospective families glimpse into programmes, student life
Officials launch the Greenland Plaza, a premium residential complex featuring 84 units across 15 floors, in Kigali on Friday, March 21. All photos by Kellya Keza
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FEATURED: Homart Properties expands high-end real estate portfolio with Greenland Plaza
The Sober Friendly Circle, a safe and judgement-free space where individuals battling addiction can connect, share experiences, and receive support from professionals.
Health
How sobriety TikTok videos sparked judgement-free space for healing
Panel discussion
Rwanda
Youth urged to engage in national affairs, uphold unity
Akagera Motors has showcased its latest line-up of electric and hybrid vehicles, including Rwanda’s first and only full-size hybrid pickup. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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[FEATURED] Inside Akagera Motors’ prestigious car showroom: A look at Rwanda’s first full-size hybrid pickup and more
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UN Global Compact urges businesses to embed human rights, ESG strategies into operations
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AFRETEC workshop: A call for collaborative research, inclusive digital transformation among African universities
Faculty members, UR-CST leadership, IER administrators, industry professionals, and third-year mechanical and energy engineering students visited Safintra Rwanda Ltd on March 7. PHOTOS BY CRAISH BAHIZI
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FEATURED: Bridging theory and practice: IER field visit gives UR-CST students exposure to industrial technology
Finscope 2024 Gender and Financial Inclusion Thematic Report, was launched on March 7. PHOTOS BY DAN GATSINZI
Economy
Experts urge stronger collaboration to expand access to financial services
Minister of State for Health Dr Yvan Butera.
Education
Enrollment of medical students more than triples
Participants came from various universities, including the University of Rwanda (UR), Adventist University of Central Africa (AUCA), African Leadership University (ALU), Université Libre de Kigali (ULK), and Kepler.
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FEATURED: CodeXtreme hackathon ends with tight contest, winners take home $5,000
Officials pose for a group photo at the launch of a new saving account Intego in Muhanga.
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FEATURED: Bank of Africa - Rwanda, SONARWA Life launch savings product at new BOA Muhanga branch

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