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Members of Parliament follow the presentation of the Budget Framework Paper at the parliament on Monday, May 11. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Budget: Lawmakers call for action on compensation delays, road repairs

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Launched on May 8, the suite debuts with three products: Zamo Sport, Duhuze RSVP, and Dusinye eSign.

Izyo Group, Top Link Digital launch Rwanda-built apps for sports management, event planning, e-signatures

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

RRA has introduced a new digital verification feature in the e-tax motor vehicle module aimed at improving transparency and compliance in vehicle ownership transfers. COURTESY

New tracking code system introduced for vehicle ownership transfer

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Workers pack fresh for exports at NAEB warehouse. Rwanda’s exports to China nearly doubled in value to $160.8 million (over Rwf270 billion) in 2025, up from $83.7 million recorded the previous year. File

Exports to China surge 92% as demand rises

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

The officials said that up to 150 livestock insurance claims fail every month because veterinary reports lack sufficient scientific evidence or clear diagnoses required by insurers. Photos by Emmanuel Nkangura

Why some livestock farmers fail to get insurance payouts

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa presenting the figures to Parliament on Monday, May 11. Photos by Craish Bahizi.

Govt highlights spending priorities for 2026-27

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva and other officials tour the ongoing construction of the Nyabarongo II hydropower plant on November 21, 2025. Craish BAHIZI

Priority projects driving proposed 2026/27 budget increase

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Officials and staff observe a moment of silence in honour of the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi at Rwanda Medical Supply headquarters at Kacyiru on Friday, May 8. All photos by Kelliya Keza

Tribute to fallen staff, recommitment to peace as RMS Ltd commemorates Genocide

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

The 2026 edition of the Africa CEO Forum will be held on May 14 and 15 at the Kigali Convention Centre. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

What to know about the Africa CEO Forum

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Graduates from the second cohort of the Young Impact Associates (YIA) Programme during the graduation ceremony at Mövenpick Hotel Kigali on Friday, May 8. Photos by Craish BAHIZI

Young Impact Associates graduates to drive evidence-based development

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Rwandan community in Washington State during a Walk to Remember during the 32nd commemoration event in Seattle on Saturday, May 9. Courtesy

Rwandans in Washington mark Kwibuka 32 as King County acknowledges Genocide against the Tutsi

Monday, May 11, 2026

Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa presenting the figures to Parliament on Monday, May 11. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Govt projects spending Rwf7.8 trillion in 2026/27

Monday, May 11, 2026

Rwanda and Botswana deal is expected to unlock regional market opportunities for Rwandan businesses and deepen industrial collaboration.

Botswana trade deal opens agroprocessing, manufacturing opportunities

Monday, May 11, 2026

President Paul Kagame arrives in Nairobi for the inaugural Africa Forward Summit on Monday, May 11. Photos by Village Urugwiro

Kagame arrives in Kenya for Africa-France summit

Monday, May 11, 2026

Children and their parents during an event at Autisme Rwanda in Kagugu. Courtesy

Autisme Rwanda selected among first FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund grantees

Monday, May 11, 2026

Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva was received by Kyofatogabye Kabuye, Minister of State for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs upon his arrival in Kampala on Monday, May 11. Courtesy

PM Nsengiyumva in Kampala ahead of Museveni's inauguration

Monday, May 11, 2026

Rwanda’s Ambassador to Mali, Festus Bizimana, (Left) and Malian Minister of State for Reconciliation, Peace and National Cohesion, Gen Ismaël Wagué, light candles during the commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Bamako, Mali, on Sunday, May 10. Courtesy

Rwandans in Mali honour Genocide victims with call to fight denial

Monday, May 11, 2026

Nigeria's Ahmed Bola Tinubu is one of the presidents expected in Kigali for the Africa CEO Forum this week.

Six presidents expected in Kigali for Africa CEO Forum

Monday, May 11, 2026

The event brought together representatives from MINUBUMWE, Rwanda Defence Force, Rwanda Golf Union, survivors, golfers, and staff and management of Kigali Golf Resort & Villas.

RUGC/Kigali Golf Resort & Villas uses sport to honour Genocide victims, promote unity

Monday, May 11, 2026

According to the CPI report, the biggest price increases were recorded in transport, health, housing, and energy-related costs. Photo by Kellya Keza

Transport, healthcare drive 13% hike in prices in April

Monday, May 11, 2026