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Major General Emmanuel Bayingana delivers a presentation on stopping the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and building the unity of Rwandans in a sustainable way, during an event to commemorate the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi held at Parliament buildings in Kigali, on May 3, 2024 (Courtesy).

Maj Gen Bayingana on RPF/A bravery in stopping 1994 Genocide, hope for brighter future

Saturday, May 04, 2024

Members of Unity Club-Intwararumuri lay wreaths to pay tribute to over 50,000 victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi laid to rest at Murambi Genocide Memorial in Nyamagabe District, on Friday, May 3. Courtesy

‘Never again’ should be a promise not a plea, says Rwandan minister

Saturday, May 04, 2024

A view of the Busanza Automated Driving Test Centre located in Busanza, Kicukiro district. The centre will give individuals a more streamlined and convenient experience when undertaking driving license examinations. Courtesy photo

Rwanda National Police introduce Busanza Automated Driving Test Centre

Saturday, May 04, 2024

(L-R) Francis Gatare RDB CEO, James Oduor, CEO of CIMERWA, Stephen Ruzibiza, PSF Chief Executive Officer, Emiliene Benurugo, CSR and Public Relations Manager at SKOL. Courtesy

Rwandan business executives upbeat about upcoming Africa CEO Forum

Saturday, May 04, 2024

The Minister of Infrastructure, Jimmy Gasore, speaks during the signing ceremony as Kipchumba Murkomen, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport takes notes. Courtesy

Rwanda, Kenya agree to extend railway network

Saturday, May 04, 2024

Passengers pose for photos at a train station in Kampala, Uganda, May 2, 2024. (Photo by Nicholas Kajoba/Xinhua)

Uganda resumes passenger train services in Kampala after renovation

Saturday, May 04, 2024

People pull a car submerged in flood water along Thika Road in Nairobi, capital of Kenya, on May 1, 2024. (Photo by Joy Nabukewa/Xinhua)

Kenya faces devastating losses as heavy rains trigger widespread flooding

Friday, May 03, 2024

The City of Kigali will host the 13th Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2025) which will be held in Rwanda, from July 14 to 17, 2025.

IAS 2025: Rwanda to host major global AIDS conference

Friday, May 03, 2024

Jourmalists during a story coverage at Rwanda Investigation Bureau headquarters in Kigali on may 17 2019. File

World Press Freedom Day: What are the gaps in environmental reporting?

Friday, May 03, 2024

Heavy rains have led to the collapse of several houses across the country, according to a report from the Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA). 49 people have also lost lives in the last two months. File

49 people lose lives as Rwanda records 300 disaster cases in two months

Friday, May 03, 2024

Traffic police officers invigilate a driving test exam in Kigali. Following a cabinet meeting on Thursday, April 25, Rwandans could soon do driving tests using automatic transmission vehicles. File

Police sheds light on automatic driving test rollout, urges drivers to mind traffic rules

Friday, May 03, 2024

A young man getting free surgery at Kibogora Hospital in Nyamasheke District. At Kibogora Hospital in Nyamasheke District and Kinazi Hospital in Ruhango District, approximately 500 patients were treated each day, relieving many people within the rural communities of healthcare costs. Photo: Courtesy of RDF

PHOTOS: Rwandan military medics give free treatment to over 32,000 patients in rural areas

Friday, May 03, 2024

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RwandAir plans expansion to three new African routes

Friday, May 03, 2024

Groupe Scolaire Gihundwe's current look. The school witnessed genocidal killings on May 3, 1994 against the Tutsi who had sought refuge there. Photo by IGIHE.

May 3, 1994: Students, children take part in Genocide

Friday, May 03, 2024

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FEATURED: Rayon Sports women football club secures SKOL sponsorship for next season

Friday, May 03, 2024

Minister of Environment, Jeanne d'Arc Mujawamariya disposes plastic waste in a dustbin during the launch of a project to manage single use plastics in 2022. File photo

Govt calls on legal experts to support global treaties on plastic waste

Friday, May 03, 2024

A single currency was to be adopted by 2024. Members resolved to extend the timeline by 10 more years to 2031.

Is the proposed East African single currency a pipe dream?

Friday, May 03, 2024

A view of a $4 million factory capable of producing 40 tons of feed for chickens, cows, pigs, and 4 tons of extruded fish daily. Photos by Emmauel Nkangura

Huye farmers struggle with high cost of feed for pigs and poultry

Friday, May 03, 2024

Workers sorting waste at Nduba landfill in Nduba Sector, Gasabo District. File

A closer look at practices, challenges of waste management

Friday, May 03, 2024

Anastasia Murekeyimana, a Genocide survivor, and Gervain Ntagungira. The two were part of a six-month reconciliation and reintegration programme.

Kwibuka: A Genocide survivor and perpetrator’s story of reconciliation

Friday, May 03, 2024