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Speed in the Virunga mountains

Speed in Rwanda: From an iconic gorilla trek to Amahoro Stadium, the global YouTuber continues his Rwanda tour

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Workers sort coffee beans for export at a washing station. Rwanda’s coffee sector recorded a landmark performance in 2025.

Belgium, US, China top buyers as Rwanda coffee revenues surge

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Rwanda takes the top spot in Africa’s business rankings for 2025. Courtesy

Rwanda takes top spot in Africa’s 2025 business rankings

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Rwanda recorded 2,555 new HIV infections in 2024, down from 2,922 cases in 2023. File

New HIV infections down 12% amid prevention efforts

Friday, January 09, 2026

The Trump Administration announces the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, putting REAL FOOD back at the center of health.

Why US reversed traditional food pyramid

Friday, January 09, 2026

A modern interior paired with smart technology allows blinds to open automatically at sunrise, while climate controls adjust the temperature for comfort throughout the day. PHOTOS BY DAN GATSINZI.

What does the future of smart living look like in Kigali?

Friday, January 09, 2026

Workers sort fresh chili for export at NAEB warehouse. The value of Rwanda’s exports fell sharply by 30.13 per cent year-on-year to $215 million in November 2025.

Export earnings declined by 30% in November

Friday, January 09, 2026

Dr. Jimmy Gasore, Minister of Infrastructure, in an interview with The New Times on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

How could new bill end issues in vehicle ownership transfers?

Friday, January 09, 2026

A pregnant woman undergoes check-up at Clinique la Medicale in Kigali. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

What do we need to attain full antenatal coverage in Rwanda?

Friday, January 09, 2026

Camp Zaïre: The 'Congolese' neighbourhood in Kigali that's changing with the times

Friday, January 09, 2026

A view of Kimihurura residential area in Gasabo District. The newly adjusted rates of land tax payable per square metre were approved by the City Council in February 2025. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

A closer look at how land taxes are set

Thursday, January 08, 2026

President Paul Kagame presides over at the Official inauguration of Anjia Cement Factory in Muhanga District on August 3, 2023. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

$3.2bn of investments created over 50,000 jobs - NISR

Thursday, January 08, 2026

Some of the electric buses operating in public transport at the Downtown Taxi Park in Kigali. File

More electric buses to be deployed on Kigali roads under new govt tender

Thursday, January 08, 2026

The United States has withdrawn from the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT). Internet

Trump pulls US out of UN court that tried Genocide perpetrators

Thursday, January 08, 2026

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AFC/M23 lays to rest 22 civilians killed in DR Congo drone attacks in Masisi

Thursday, January 08, 2026

The bill introduces a points-based system intended to penalise traffic violations, while rewarding responsible driving. Craish Bahizi

Mixed reactions from motorists over new road traffic bill

Thursday, January 08, 2026

President Donald Trump signed a memorandum directing these withdrawals on Wednesday, January 7. Courtesy

US withdraws from over 60 UN, non-UN organisations

Thursday, January 08, 2026

Eric Ngabonziza Karekezi, the newly appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Capital Market Authority (CMA)

Ex-banker to head Capital Market Authority

Thursday, January 08, 2026

Jean Bosco Ntibitura, Governor of the Western Province and Bishop Eduard Sinayobye laying foundation of stone for the centre building 2

Catholic Church to build reconciliation centre in honour of Father Ubald

Thursday, January 08, 2026

RPF-Inkotanyi Chairman President Kagame speaks during the party’s 17th National Congress held at its headquarters in Rusororo, Gasabo District, on December 19. Photo by Village Urugwiro

RPF to appoint Council of Elders in new reforms

Thursday, January 08, 2026