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President Paul Kagame, the Commander-in-Chief of the Rwanda Defence Force, inspects the military parade at Amahoro Stadium during the presidential inauguration ceremony on August 11, 2024. Photo by Village Urugwiro

National Defence University takes shape with President as Chancellor

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Students, who presented their views on Friday, April 10, are actively engaged in schools and communities. Courtesy

Students outline key priorities for 2026/27 budget

Monday, April 13, 2026

An initiative of the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy, developed in collaboration with public and private institutions.

Key things to know about Rwanda’s first Kinyarwanda ICT dictionary

Monday, April 06, 2026

Officials and participants pose for a photo at the official launch of School ADR Clubs on Tuesday, March 31, held at ADR Centre in Nyarugenge District. Courtesy

Why justice sector is taking ADR to schools

Wednesday, April 01, 2026

A student during an electrical installation exercise at TVET Muhanga. As Rwanda pushes to expand TVET enrolment—recently recording a rise of more than 14 per cent, the pressure to align training with labour market outcomes is intensifying. Sam Ngendahimana

Why TVET graduates still struggle to find jobs

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Minister Joseph Nsengimana speaks at the State of Education Conference 2026 held on March 30 at Kigali Convention Centre. COURTESY

Where Rwanda’s education sector stands in 2026

Monday, March 30, 2026

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Ikinyarwanda goes digital: New ICT dictionary launched

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Daniel Adesiyan was awarded a trophy shaped like the map of Africa.

Student from Rwanda wins African Spelling Bee, eyes engineering career

Thursday, March 26, 2026

NESA has announced the official travel schedule for secondary school students returning home at the end of the second term. Craish Bahizi

Secondary school students begin holidays on Tuesday

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Spokesperson, Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga, pose for a photo with a delegation from Havard University.

PHOTOS: Visiting Harvard students briefed on RDF's transformation journey

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Joseph Nsengimana, the Minister of Education during the launch of a twinning project aimed at strengthening early childhood education and community support for learning in Rwanda. Courtesy

Why new project to strengthen early childhood education matters

Monday, March 16, 2026

State Minister Usta Kaitesi hands over the award to Arianah Atete Kagorora after earning the top prize in the 2024 East African Community (EAC) Essay Writing Competition.

Meet Atete Kagorora, 14-year-old essay writer who scooped EAC top prize

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are now open. See below for more opportunities available to Rwandans. COURTESY.

Looking for scholarships? Here are opportunities Rwandans can apply for

Friday, March 13, 2026

Mother Mary International School Complex in Kimironko Sector, Gasabo District. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Tension at Mother Mary International School over unpaid teachers’ salaries

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Students enrolled in the Electrical Technology program at Mugombwa TSS, including refugees from Mugombwa Camp, assemble and wire electrical circuits during a hands-on practical training session.

How inclusive education is preparing refugee students for jobs

Thursday, March 12, 2026

State Minister for Eduaction Claudette Irere speaks at the launch of the stakeholders’ sensitisation forum on the EAC Common Higher Education Area in Kigali on Monday, March 9. Courtesy

Meaningful EAC integration requires strong higher education, says minister

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Director General of the Higher Education Council (HEC), Edward Kadozi, speaks to The New Times in Kigali on August 6, 2025. FILE

What should universities know about the new HEC orders?

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Rwanda joined 56 nations in marking Commonwealth Day, celebrated annually on 9th March.

Inside Commonwealth opportunities for Rwandan youth

Monday, March 09, 2026

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students during a practical exercise. File

Teacher shortage, digital divide hampering TVET sector – study

Thursday, March 05, 2026

First Lady Jeannette Kagame attends Green Hills Academy’s annual Rwanda Festival, “IKIVI,” joining guests in celebrating the culture. PHOTOS BY DAN GATSINZI

PHOTOS: First Lady attends Green Hills Academy cultural festival

Friday, February 27, 2026