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CNN founder Ted Turner, a pioneer of cable TV news, dies at 87

Thursday, May 07, 2026

Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila.

Congolese opposition politicians condemn US sanctions on Kabila

Thursday, May 07, 2026

The Auditor General, Alexis Kamuhire, presents the annual report before a joint session of Parliament on Wednesday, May 6. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Preventive audits save Rwf10bn in two years - OAG report

Thursday, May 07, 2026

RIB on Wednesday, May 6, announced the arrest of four former administrators of Rubengera II Technical Secondary School in Karongi District over the alleged embezzlement. courtesy

Karongi: Former school administrators arrested over embezzled funds

Thursday, May 07, 2026

Participants pose for a group photo during a high-level consultation on green energy and climate finance held on April 30, 2026. Courtesy

Lawmakers back bankable green projects to attract climate finance

Thursday, May 07, 2026

Youths from Kilimo Trust Ltd., a youth-led organization, showcase their avocado oil during the Mulindi Agri Show on August 8, 2024. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

New youth fund targets offering single-digit loans

Thursday, May 07, 2026

Children attend a baby naming ceremony known as 'Kurya ubunnyano' in Kigali. File

Rwanda’s naming traditions explained

Thursday, May 07, 2026

President Kagame addresses journalists during a joint Press Briefing in Gaborone on Wednesday, May 6. Photo by Village Urugwiro

Kagame hails Rwanda-Botswana ties

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

President Paul Kagame meets his Botswana counterpart, Duma Boko, in Gaborone on Wednesday, May 6. Village Urugwiro

Rwanda, Botswana sign six cooperation deals

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Montfort Mlachila, the IMF advisor at the African Department, speaks during a panel discussion during the national launch of the April 2026 Regional Economic Outlook on May 6. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi

Economic shocks could push 20 million Africans into hunger, IMF warns

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

The estate represents a significant step forward in Rwanda's commitment to delivering quality, well-serviced housing for middle-income Rwandans.

PHOTOS: Kigali's new housing estate unveiled with 550 homes

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

A view of RSSB's Heza Estate, a landmark residential development located in Batsinda, Kinyinya Sector, Gasabo District, Kigali. Courtesy

[Press release] RSSB unveils Heza Estate: 548 quality homes now available in Batsinda

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

The Paris Court of Appeal has ordered the resumption of investigations into Agathe Kanziga-Habyarimana.

French court orders fresh probe into Agathe Habyarimana's genocide case

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

The Auditor General, Alexis Kamuhire, presents the annual report before a joint session of Parliament on Wednesday, May 6. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Auditor General’s report: Over 97% of public entities get clean audits

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

South Africa health officials on May 6, confirmed that two passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship tested positive for the Andes strain of hantavirus.

Hantavirus: South Africa confirms cases

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

The forum brings together Attorneys General, Ministers of Justice, private sector actors, and development partners

African attorneys-general meet in Kigali over policies, partnerships

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

President Paul Kagame arrived in Gaborone, Botswana on Wednesday, May 6, and was received by his counterpart President Duma Boko.

PHOTOS: Kagame arrives in Botswana for state visit

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Washing hands properly with soap and water is the most effective method.

Experts warn decline in hand hygiene may increase infection risks

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Masaka- Bugesera airport road project will affect part of Rwamagana with over a stretch of 13 kilometres. Courtesy

Key things to know about 70km Masaka–Bugesera airport road

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Participants from partner institutions during Teach4Sustainability virtual sessions on climate change and sustainability education.

University of Kigali drives global climate education through EU-funded initiative

Wednesday, May 06, 2026