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Zipline's drone delivers blood in Rwanda. Zipline, a drone delivery firm, has announced a partnership with Rwanda Development Board . Courtesy
Rwanda

Government, Zipline ink deal to boost “Made in Rwanda”

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
The M23 rebel group in eastern DR Congo on Monday, February 13, accused a government-led coalition of “slaughtering the civilian population” in North Kivu Province. Courtesy
Africa

M23 rebels threaten to march on key town in eastern DR Congo

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Amb. Claver Gatete, the Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), on Monday, February 12, briefing journalists from across Africa on the upcoming ECA Conference of Ministers Finance, Planning and Economic Development (COM2024) to be held on February 28 to March 5, in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Courtesy of ECA.
Africa

COM2024: Reform of global financial architecture on agenda when African ministers meet in Zimbabwe

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Tourism

Doha expo: Agric, tourism draw record 20,000 visitors at Rwanda pavilion

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization, speaks during a news conference in Geneva, Switzerland, on December 20, 2021. REUTERS
Health

The world is not yet prepared for next pandemic, WHO boss warns

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
A doctor treats a patient at Masaka Hospital. PHOTO BY CRAISH BAHIZI
Health

Rwandans cautioned on infectious eye disease outbreak in region

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Health

World Condom Day: Rwandans tipped on responsible, safe sexual behaviour

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered the deployment of 2,900 soldiers of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to eastern DR Congo. Photo by SADF
Africa

South Africa sends 2,900 troops to DR Congo despite censure by main opposition party

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Health

African campaigners root for policy support, technology to ease cervical cancer burden

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Doctors conduct a screening exam at Legacy Clinic in Kigali. File photo
Health

Why inaction could raise cancer deaths in Africa to 1m per year

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Africa

AU commits to work with Somalia despite killing of 5 foreign soldiers

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Rwandan surgeons together with American surgeons carry out a transplant surgery on a patient at King Faisal Hospital (KFH) (courtesy).
Health

Kidney transplants now covered under Mutuelle de Santé – RSSB

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Health

Answering the call: Kamagaju's dedication to autism advocacy remains unwavering

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Beatrice Yubahe, a 16-year-old daughter of Beatrice Uwifashije, needs an extended life-saving kidney treatment under Mutuelle de Santé (courtesy).
Health

Mother appeals for extended kidney treatment under medical insurance

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Residents of Kabingo village in Musebeya cell gather for a meeting
Rwanda

How Spark Microgrants' poverty alleviation approach is transforming Rwandans' lives

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Security

Rwanda to host centre of excellence for UN peacekeeping

Monday, February 12, 2024
Officials pose for a photo at the event to announce the transition. This evolution is underscored by LOLC Group's acquisition of a substantial 90% shareholding.
Featured

LOLC Unguka Finance PLC launches new era of financial inclusivity in Rwanda

Monday, February 12, 2024
Egyptian athletes compete during the opening of the Chinese Spring Festival Wushu Championship in Cairo, Egypt, on Feb. 11, 2024. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)
Africa

Chinese Spring Festival Wushu Championship held in Cairo

Monday, February 12, 2024
Moroccan security services have seized over 3.25 tons of cannabis at the Tangier-Med Port.
Africa

Morocco seizes over 3.25 tons of cannabis

Monday, February 12, 2024
The Energy Private Developers Association (EPD) has launched an energy female inclusion subsector, on Friday, February 9. All photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Featured

FEATURED: EPD committed to catalyzing positive change and promoting gender inclusivity in Rwanda’s energy sector

Monday, February 12, 2024