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Minister of ICT and Innovation Paula Ingabire, TeKnowledge President and CEO, Aileen Allkins, (c) follow a presentation during the launch on June 18. Courtesy

TeKnowledge launches global services in Rwanda to support Vision 2050

Friday, June 19, 2026

A view of Minembwe, South Kivu, where violence has intensified over recent years.

DR Congo: Lawyers prepare ICC cases over atrocities in Minembwe

Friday, June 19, 2026

Zimbabwe’s National Assembly on Thursday, June 18, voted to pass a constitutional amendment bill, which seeks to extend President Emmerson Mnangawa’s term of office.

Zimbabwe parliament passes bill extending presidential terms

Friday, June 19, 2026

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Nduhungirehe delivers his remarks during the Africa Energy Forum (AEF) 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Rwanda seeks $1bn in private investment in energy generation

Friday, June 19, 2026

Outgoing Kigali Doyen President Alphonse Mukama and Incoming Kigali Doyen President Theoneste Mwunguzi (Right) during the installation ceremony in Kigali on June 18.

New Lions Club presidents pledge expanded community service

Friday, June 19, 2026

The additional funding aimed at enhancing ongoing welfare programmes that promote survivors’ well-being and living conditions was highlighted on Thursday, June 18. Courtesy

Budget for Genocide survivors’ support rises by nealry Rwf3bn

Friday, June 19, 2026

Organisations of survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi have urged Australia’s Griffith University to disassociate itself from Judi Rever, a Canadian author and journalist known for promoting denialist ideas.

Genocide survivors urge Australia's Griffith University to disassociate with Judi Rever

Friday, June 19, 2026

The discussions were organised by BK Capital in partnership with the Trade and Development Bank (TDB).

Unlocking women’s wealth: BK Capital targets investment gap with ‘She Invests’

Friday, June 19, 2026

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Passengers to Kigali airport urged to arrive early amid traffic disruptions

Friday, June 19, 2026

Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Eric Mahoro speaks at at the event to mark the International Day for Countering Hate Speech at Kigali Genocide Memorial on June 18. Courtesy

Five-year plan proposed to combat hate speech

Friday, June 19, 2026

Deexon Muhizi, founder of iGiTREE, a genealogy and genetic platform.

Entrepreneurs question SMEs lending models

Friday, June 19, 2026

Louise Kanyonga, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of Zigama Credit and Savings Society (Zigama CSS). File

What Louise Kanyonga’s appointment means for Zigama CSS

Friday, June 19, 2026

Munyax Eco founder Francine Munyaneza speaks to The New Times during the interview. She started the solar energy company in 2013. Photos by Craish Bahizi

How Francine Munyaneza built a solar energy company

Friday, June 19, 2026

Bertrand Bisimwa, the AFC-M23 rebellion’s deputy coordinator.

DR Congo crisis: Bisimwa criticises mediators for ‘babysitting’ Kinshasa

Friday, June 19, 2026

State Ministe Usta Kaitesi and British High Commissioner Alison Thorpe toast during celebrations marking the official birthday of King Charles III at the British Residence in Kigali on Thursday, June 18. Courtesy

Rwanda, UK reaffirm strong bilateral ties

Friday, June 19, 2026

The proposed allocation for establishing and rehabilitating feeder roads increased by Rwf483 billion, bringing the total allocation to more than Rwf1,270 billion. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Senators welcome Rwf480bn boost to feeder roads budget

Thursday, June 18, 2026

The Carbon Markets Africa Summit 2026 will take place in Kigali in October. Courtesy

Zimbabwe case sparks calls for fairer carbon markets ahead of Africa summit in Kigali

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Health Minister Dr Sabin Nsanzimana (2nd Left) addresses senators during a consultation meeting on autism in Rwanda on Wednesday, June 17. COURTESY

Renewed call for support services for children with autism

Thursday, June 18, 2026

The Chengdu Financial City Twin Towers rise above the Tianfu Greenway in Chengdu, China. The large-scale urban development project combines modern infrastructure with green spaces and water features, reflecting China’s approach to integrating environmental protection into economic and urban development under the vision of building a “Beautiful China.”

People-centred modernisation, green development: What African countries can learn from China’s governance approach

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe meets with his South African counterpart, Ronald Lamola, in Pretoria on Wednesday, June 17. Courtesy

Rwanda, South Africa agree to renew, expand ties

Thursday, June 18, 2026