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Travellers stranded at the Nyabugogo bus park on Christmas Eve as they headed upcountry to join their families ahead of Christmas Day celebrations. Craish Bahizi

New Year: Plan to address bus shortage unveiled

Wednesday, December 27, 2023

The United Nations Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution on the financing of African Union-led peace support operations. INTERNET PHOTO

UN to fund African Union-led peace missions

Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Denis Kazungu, the alleged serial killer accused of murdering 14 people and burying their remains in his residence in Busanza. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Top five court cases that stood out in 2023

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Christine Uwamahoro, a market trader in Muhanga said that before the support, it was a challenge to get a loan from banks but now she trades agricultural produce including onions, tomatoes, and peas. All photos were taken by Willy Mucyo

How vulnerable women’s livelihoods are improving under a UN Women scheme

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Rwanda National Police officers inspecting security at Nyabugogo Taxi Park, as hundreds of travellers got stranded on their way to join their families for Christmas celebration Day. CRAISH BAHIZI

Police report calm Christmas evening

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Some clients shopping different items ahead of festive season in Kigali, on December 24. Photos by Craish Bahizi

An individual’s glimpse into Kigali’s festive celebration

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Cynthia Umutoniwabo, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder at Loopa, secured Rwf 50 million after winning the 2023 edition of Hanga Pitchfest 23. PHOTO BY DAN GATSINZI

A look at Hanga Pitchfest progress through the eyes of past winners

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Some inmates at Nyarugenge Prison. PHOTO BY CRAISH BAHIZI

Major reforms that shaped the justice sector in 2023

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

A teacher helps a child while reading a book at Ecole Primaire Kimisange. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Year in review: five key changes in the education sector in 2023

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Environment Minister Jeanne d'Arc Mujawamariya officiates the launch of Rwanda's Carbon Market Framework, on December 2, 2023, at COP28 in Dubai, UAE. Courtesy

2023: When Rwanda took bold steps in fight against climate change

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Yvette Murekatete and three other women started a beauty salon in Nyarugunga, Kicukiro, thanks to the UN Women project. Photos by Willy Mucyo

How small businesses are transforming lives of once miserable women

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Daudi Sumba, the Regional director of World Wide Fund for Nature (C) with other panelists at the just concluded Consumer International Congress in Nairobi Kenya.Courtesy

COMESA, African Consumers movement moot plan to end plastic pollution

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

For the Christmas message to the Catholic community, Pope Francis urged for prayer of peace in Israel and Palestine.

Pope Francis prays for peace in Israel, Palestine

Monday, December 25, 2023

Cardinal Antoine Kambanda leads the mass on Christmas at Saint Michel Catholic Church. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Religious leaders give messages of peace, hope on Christmas

Monday, December 25, 2023

Winnie Mutesi and her husband Muhumuza with their baby "Ivah Iriza Muhumuza" born on Christmas at Hopital La Croix du Sud in Kigali, on Monday, December 25. According to statistics at least 40 babies were born on Christmas day, in four major hospitals in Kigali, by midday. Photo by Christianne Murengerantwari

Over 40 babies born on Christmas in Kigali

Monday, December 25, 2023

Cardinal Antoine Kambanda leads the Christmas mass at St Michel on Christmas on December 25. Courtesy

PHOTOS: Cardinal Kambanda urges ‘present’ parenting

Monday, December 25, 2023

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FEATURED: Vivo Energy Rwanda introduces MOGAS 95, a high-octane fuel for modern engines

Monday, December 25, 2023

Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) Commissioner General, Pascal Bizimana Ruganintwari, delivers remarks during the Taxpayers Appreciation event on Friday, December 22. All photos by Craish Bahizi

Tax fraud: RRA exposes plot to undervalue goods

Monday, December 25, 2023

Minister for Finance and Economic Planning, Uzziel Ndagijimana addresses journalists on Monday, June 19. Craish Bahizi

Revised policy on land, rental tax to take effect in February 2024

Monday, December 25, 2023

Tourist drive through Akagera National Park. Officials said that tourists visiting the park have more than doubled from over 15,000 (2010) to 41,000 (2022) with locals making up 45 percent. Courtesy

Akagera park looks to generate Rwf3 billion annually by 2025

Monday, December 25, 2023