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Most patients living with hepatitis B and C in Rwanda are missing crucial liver cancer screenings. Courtesy

Missed liver cancer screenings put hepatitis patients at risk - study

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Researchers at the University of Florida, USA have developed a new mRNA cancer vaccine, a vaccine that uses genetic instructions to help the body recognise and attack cancer cells.

Health: A look at 10 research breakthroughs made in last two years

Sunday, March 15, 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

Jean-Guy Afrika, the Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), speaks during a panel discussion at the forum on March 11. Courtesy

Outdated risk narratives still haunt Africa’s investment appeal - experts

Sunday, March 15, 2026

The Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Rwanda, Benjamin Mutimura, speaks during a panel discussion at the Inclusive Fintech Forum (IFF) 2026 in Kigali

I&M Bank Rwanda chief executive urges viable models to fund women-led innovation

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Soraya Hakuziyaremye, Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, hands over an award to Hannington Namara, Managing Director of Equity Bank Rwanda Plc.

Equity Bank Rwanda awarded for advancing women’s financial inclusion at IFF 2026

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Among the trees planted were 4,000 fruit trees, 3,000 for crops, 3,000 for forests, and 2,000 for other uses.

Greening Kigali: Equity Bank, partners plant 12,000 trees in Gasabo

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Participants and officials pose for a group photo at the celebration of the International Women's Day. The event brought together REG management, staff, women, and girls.Photos by Kellya Keza

REG celebrates women's role in energy, recognises students for innovations

Saturday, March 14, 2026

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‘Rwanda will withdraw troops from Mozambique if sustainable funding is not secured’ says Nduhungirehe

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Inmates during a meeting with Rwanda Correctional Services at Nyarugenge Prison on Thursday, March 5.

Prison occupancy falls below capacity for first time in years

Saturday, March 14, 2026

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Rwanda’s economic outlook revised to stable

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Rwanda Investigation Bureau spokesperson Thierry Murangira speaks to journalists on Monday, March 11. Courtesy

RIB probes pyramid scheme impersonating OCP

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Participants at the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Kigali on March 11. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Young innovators say Africa’s fintech future lies in AI

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Muhanga Prison is among correctional facilities to be relocated from urban areas in Rwanda. File

Five prisons to relocate from urban areas

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Maj Gen Vincent Nyakarundi, the Army Chief of Staff of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF), briefs a joint contingent of RDF and Rwanda National Police officers who recently departed for Cabo Delgado, Mozambique, to relieve their colleagues currently deployed on the mission.

Rwanda responds to reports of possible halt to EU support for troops in Mozambique

Saturday, March 14, 2026

(L-R) The newly elected PSF officials: 1st Vice Chairperson Jean-Claude Uwizeyemungu, 2nd Vice Chairperson Diane Kamanzi, and Chairperson François Twagirumukiza.

Who are the new top PSF leaders?

Saturday, March 14, 2026

L-R: Elias Nambaje, a kidney transplant recipient and advocate for kidney health awareness; and Dr. Florence Sibomana, a senior programme officer on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) at PATH, an NGO promoting health equity.

How a kidney transplant saved Nambaje’s life

Saturday, March 14, 2026

A view of The Pinnacle Kigali Hotel

Rwandan hotel named among TIME’s greatest places of 2026

Friday, March 13, 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

Benjamin Mutimura, Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Rwanda, addresses participants who attended a VIP cocktail and gala dinner organised by the Kigali International Financial Centre and sponsored by I&M Bank Rwanda. Photos by Craish BAHIZI

I&M Bank drives fintech dialogue, funds high-level gala at IFF 2026

Friday, March 13, 2026