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Heads of State during President Kagame's inauguration ceremony at Amahoro Stadium on Sunday, August 11. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Rwanda

Kagame swears in: Who are the leaders in Kigali?

Sunday, August 11, 2024
The New Times
Rwanda

Kagame sworn in as President for new five-year term

Sunday, August 11, 2024
Kagame’s arrival attracted a thunderous applause as he made an entrance. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Rwanda

Swearing-in: Pomp as Kagame, First Lady arrive at Amahoro Stadium

Sunday, August 11, 2024
The fourth edition of the Renewable Energy Week Conference and Exhibition, set to take place from September 9-12, 2024 at the Kigali Marriott Hotel.
Featured

FEATURED: Energy Private Developers (EPD) announces 4th edition of Renewable Energy Week conference

Sunday, August 11, 2024
The Presidential Inauguration will be held at 45,000-seat Amahoro Stadium where tens of thousands have gathered. Courtesy
Rwanda

Where to watch President Kagame’s inauguration ceremony

Sunday, August 11, 2024
Thousands of people gather at Amahoro Stadium during the inauguration of President Paul Kagame on Sunday, August 11. Photos by Steven Mugenzi
Rwanda

PHOTOS: Thousands at Amahoro Stadium for Kagame’s inauguration

Sunday, August 11, 2024
Consumer prices in Rwanda increased by 4.9% year-on-year in July. File
Economy

Consumer prices in Rwanda rise by 4.9% in July

Sunday, August 11, 2024
Celebrated Gakondo singer and coach of the Rwanda National Ballet (Urukerereza), Intore Massamba
Culture

Intore Massamba on cultural significance at presidential inauguration

Sunday, August 11, 2024
President Paul Kagame meets with his counterpart Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe in Kigali on Saturday, August 10. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Africa

Kagame, Mnangagwa reaffirm commitment to strengthening Rwanda-Zimbabwe ties

Sunday, August 11, 2024
President of Gabon, Brice Oligui Nguema interacts with Minister of Foreign Affairs Olivier Nduhungirehe on his arrival at Kigali International Airport on Saturday, August 10. Photo by Steven Mugenzi
Elections

22 Presidents expected in Kigali for Kagame’s swearing-in

Saturday, August 10, 2024
The City of Kigali issued a road use guide for commuters and guests ahead of the inauguration ceremony of President-elect Paul Kagame. Sam Ngendahimana
Elections

Presidential Inauguration: City of Kigali issues road use guide for guests, commuters

Saturday, August 10, 2024
Various exhibitors including BK’s partners were recognised for their contributions to the sector.
Featured

FEATURED: BK awarded at Rwanda National Agriculture Show

Saturday, August 10, 2024
A photo collage of a cross-section of Rwandans who spoke to The New Times ahead of tomorrow's swearing-in of President Paul Kagame.
Elections

VOX POP: Citizens weigh in on Sunday's Presidential swearing-in

Saturday, August 10, 2024
A woman with her newborn at Kacyiru Hospital. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Women

Seven key changes in Rwanda’s new maternity leave law

Saturday, August 10, 2024
Flag bearers lead a military parade during Kwibohora 30 ceremony on July 4. The swearing-in ceremony of the President of the Republic of Rwanda on Sunday, 11 August 2024. Olivier Mugwiza
Elections

City of Kigali, police urge road users 'to be patient' ahead of presidential swearing-in

Saturday, August 10, 2024
President Kagame meets with Lt Gen Huang Xucong, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of the Central Theater Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army at Village Urugwiro on Friday, August 9. Photos by Village Urugwiro
Security

PHOTOS: Kagame, China’s Lt Gen Huang discuss greater military cooperation

Saturday, August 10, 2024
Workers remove asbestos from the roof of one of the University of Rwanda buildings in Huye District. Courtesy

Why Rwanda is still grappling with asbestos removal

Saturday, August 10, 2024
The World Health Organization on Friday, August 9, issued a call for manufacturers of mpox vaccines to submit an expression of interest for Emergency Use Listing (EUL). Courtesy
Health

WHO seeks mpox vaccine manufacturers for emergency evaluation amid surging outbreak

Saturday, August 10, 2024
The 114 new ambulances mark the largest single acquisition in the country’s history. They were handed over to hospitals on Friday, August 9. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Health

PHOTOS: Five things to know as Rwanda acquires over 100 new ambulances

Saturday, August 10, 2024
The New Times
Featured

Rweru Sector celebrates new Rwf60m clean water supply project

Saturday, August 10, 2024