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President Paul Kagame poses for a group photo with officials and delegates at the opening ceremony of the 2023 Mobile World Congress at Kigali Convention Centre on October 17. Addressing over 2500 participants, Kagame said there was an urgent need to address the gaps in mobile access and connectivity, noting that a significant portion of Africans remains offline. Photo: Olivier Mugwiza

Experts call for “digitalisation of everything” in Africa

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

A tourist car that is suspected to be burned by the DR Congo-based Islamist ADF militia in Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park on Tuesday, October 17. According to the spokesperson of Uganda Police Force, Fred Enanga, two foreigners and a Ugandan citizen were killed. Courtesy

Armed men kill tourists in Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

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Radisson Blu joins the fight against breast cancer

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Laboratory technicians during a training on the latest technologies in Huye District.. Photos by Craish Bahizi

WHO, RBC prepare lab techs for advanced EU-Team Europe supported facility

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The Rwandan government and SoftBank Corporation on September 24 reached a telecommunications milestone by testing SoftBank's advanced 5G communications technology in the stratosphere.

Rwanda, SoftBank deliver ‘World’s first 5G connectivity from the stratosphere’

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Mazen Mroué, Chief Technology and Information Officer at MTN Group during his presentation on October 17. He discussed the immense potential of 5G deployments in Africa. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza

Unlocking Africa's potential: 5G set to drive socioeconomic growth

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Termii’s salesperson, Olajuwon Abayomi, during his presentation at during the ongoing Mobile World Congress (MWC). He used a 20-minute speech to deliver an avid endorsement of the company. Photo by Nadia

Mobile World Congress: Can this start-up make Africa a major shareholder in engaging businesses?

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

President Paul Kagame addresses delegates at the opening ceremony of Mobile World Congress Kigali at Kigali Convention Centre on October 17. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza

We must address mobile access with a sense of urgency – Kagame

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The commander of the East African Community regional force in DR Congo (EACRF), Maj Gen Aphaxard Kiugu held a meeting with the heads of its contingents following an attack on a Ugandan convoy on Monday, October 16.

DR Congo: EAC force commanders meet after attack on Uganda convoy

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Inside Nyabugogo modern Abattoir. The two ministers will respond to concerns over slaughtering facilities that fall short of standards. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Two ministers to appear in parliament over substandard abattoirs

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Jean Chrysostome Ngabitsinze, the Minister of Trade and Industry will give explanations on the development of industrial parks in the country. File

Trade Minister summoned over inefficiencies in industrial parks

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Emmanuel Hamez, Airtel Rwanda Managing Director(R) at the launch of ‘ConnectRwanda2.0’ campaign in Kayonza on Monday, October 16. All photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana

PHOTOS: Airtel Rwanda unveils affordable 4G smartphones

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Delegates follow speakers on the sidelines of the ongoing Gitex summit in Dubai on Monday, October 17, Courtesy

Crypto influence, blockchain innovation spark debate at Dubai global tech meet

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

RIB has handed over the case of SP Dalanoe Nyagatare, an officer of Rwanda Correctional Services to the National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA) over charges of intentional assault or battery.

Correctional officer's case goes to prosecution

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Experts responsible for Early Childhood Development (ECD) in every district during the workshop. They have been assigned the responsibility of guiding the screening process and determining the condition of autistic children nationwide. COURTESY

ECD experts enlisted to assess autistic children

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The partnership between BRD, Umurage for Education and Development Bank, and SOS Children’s Villages is driven by shared goals of promoting education as a catalyst for socio-economic development. Courtesy

BRD, Umurage for Education donate to SOS Children’s Villages in Rwanda

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The report on mental health status at work was part of mental health month. Courtesy

Report reveals factors affecting employees’ mental well-being

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The Food and Agriculture Organization donate 100 water tanks to families during the celebration of the International Day of Rural Women in Gicumbi District on October 15. Photos by Craish Bahizi

FAO donates 100 water tanks to families on International Day of Rural Women

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Bullying in school is a social process in which a student in a less powerful position is repeatedly harassed or excluded by others. Internet

School bullying: Uncovering the devastating toll on mental health

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

President Paul Kagame received Gen. Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Transitional President of the Republic of Gabon and Chairman of the Committee for the Transition and Restoration of Institutions, at Urugwiro Village, on Monday, October 16, 2023. Courtesy Urugwiro Village.

Kagame, Gabon's Nguema discuss security situation on continent, ECCAS region

Monday, October 16, 2023