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Negotiators of the AFC/M23 movement and the DR Congo government are expected to meet in Geneva, Switzerland on Tuesday, April 14. Courtesy

What hope do peace talks in Geneva offer for DR Congo?

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

According to RIB Spokesperson Thierry Murangira, a total of 47 cases were recorded during this year’s Kwibuka week, down from 76 cases reported in the same period in 2025. Courtesy

Genocide ideology cases drop during Kwibuka week

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The Chamber of Deputies approved two financing packages provided by the International Development Association and Standard Chartered Bank to drive job creation. Photo courtesy of the Parliament of Rwanda.

Lower House approves Rwf500bn financing to drive job creation

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Officials said nearly all residents of the City of Kigali have registered for the Single Digital ID, which will be issued in June 2027. File

What to know as 98% of Kigalians register for Digital ID

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Vegetables on display at Nyabugogo Market. Traders across Kigali say prices of various food items and basic commodities have risen in recent weeks. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Rising fuel costs push up food prices across Kigali

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Jean Damascene Niyonzima, a former preacher, shares his testimony during an event at the Mutobo Demobilisation and Reintegration Centre. Courtesy

Former preacher lifts lid on FDLR’s use of religion to spread hate

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Smoke rises in Minembwe in South Kivu province after an attack by forces loyal to the Congolese government. Courtesy.

Fresh attacks reported in DR Congo hours before peace talks resume

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Amb. Fatuma Ndangiza successfully moved a motion seeking leave of the Assembly to introduce a new East African Community (EAC) Counter-Trafficking in Persons Bill. Photo by Emmanuel Ntirenganya

Rwandan lawmaker leads bid to step up regional anti-human trafficking fight

Monday, April 13, 2026

Some members of the Liberal Party (PL) who were killed for opposing the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Courtesy

Liberal Party pays tribute to cadres killed for opposing genocidal regime

Monday, April 13, 2026

Students, who presented their views on Friday, April 10, are actively engaged in schools and communities. Courtesy

Students outline key priorities for 2026/27 budget

Monday, April 13, 2026

Minister for National Unity and Civic Engagement Jean-Damascène Bizimana , delivers his remarks during the closing of the commemoration week of the Genocide against the Tutsi on Monday, April 13. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Minister Bizimana details how bad politics laid ground for Genocide

Monday, April 13, 2026

A worker feeds fish at Kivu Choice’s first-ever 30-metre-diameter aquaculture cages on Lake Kivu in Nyamasheke District on Friday, May 9. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Victory Group raises $15m to boost tilapia production in Rwanda, Kenya

Monday, April 13, 2026

During the event, a decent burial for victims that were discovered in recent days.

Rutsiro: Genocide survivors urge efforts to find missing remains of loved ones

Monday, April 13, 2026

The agreement was signed on April 11 in Kigali. Courtesy

Rwanda aviation firm, Oman Airports ink cooperation deal

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Genocide lawsuit against France’s Central Bank

Monday, April 13, 2026

Senate President François-Xavier Kalinda, lays a wreath to pay tribute to the victims at Rebero Genocide Memorial on Monday, April 13. All photos by Craish Bahizi

Fight against genocide ideology will continue until it is uprooted - Senate President

Monday, April 13, 2026

Patrick Nkulikiyimfura, the Managing Director of Akagera Aviation, has passed away at the age of 57. Courtesy

Akagera Aviation boss Patrick Nkulikiyimfura passes away at 57

Monday, April 13, 2026

Frank Habineza, the spokesperson of the National Consultative Forum of Political Organisations (NFPO), speaks during the commemoration at the Rebero Genocide Memorial on Monday, April 13. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Our opposition politics is not confrontational, says Habineza

Monday, April 13, 2026

Mourners commemorate thousands of victims killed at the former Ruhanga Anglican Church, now Ruhanga Genocide Memorial site in Rusororo sector in Gasabo district. File

April 13, 1994: Killings in churches as first week of Genocide ended

Monday, April 13, 2026

A collage of photos of some of the politicians who opposed the Genocide against the Tutsi, eventually paying the ultimate price.

What to know about 21 politicians remembered for opposing Genocide

Monday, April 13, 2026