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Malawian Minister of Homeland Security and Citizenship, Zikhale Ng'oma, confirmed that the government repatriated Rwandan refugees on June 13. Courtesy

Malawi: Over 30 Rwandan refugees express interest to return

Friday, June 16, 2023

International Day of the African Child is celebrated every June 16. Courtesy

[FEATURED] International Day of the African Child: Dallaire Institute makes case on involvement of children in decisions that affect them

Friday, June 16, 2023

A woman dries coffee at a collection centre. The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources issued new instructions repealing Rwanda's coffee zoning policy, which was first implemented in 2016. Dan Gatsinzi

Govt repeals coffee zoning policy

Friday, June 16, 2023

Construction workers on duty. The government has announced a 10% increase in customs duty on imported construction materials. Craish Bahizi

Govt increases import tax on construction materials to spur local production

Friday, June 16, 2023

The East African Legislative Assembly has unanimously approved a supplementary budget of over $11.9 million for the East African Community in the financial year 2022-2023. Courtesy

EALA approves $12m supplementary budget

Friday, June 16, 2023

Officials and participants pose for a group photo after the inauguration of a two-day workshop on Thursday, June 15. All photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana

FEATURED: Workshop evaluates UR's AI Projects' impact on Covid-19 response in Rwanda

Friday, June 16, 2023

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Benjamin Mutimura named new CEO of I&M Bank Plc Rwanda

Friday, June 16, 2023

Specialists on mental health during an outreach program to meet residents upcountry for raising awareness on mental health issues. Courtesy

Over 1,500 people in Gasabo, Bugesera benefit from mental health campaign

Friday, June 16, 2023

Some officials and delegates pose for a photo as the organization initiates a transformative campus outreach programme at the University of Rwanda, Nyagatare campus on June 13. Courtesy

Say no to drugs: Youth-led initiative cautions Nyagatare students on drug abuse, mental health

Friday, June 16, 2023

The NPC commandant (CP) Rafiki Mujiji, IGP Felix Namuhoranye, Justice Minister, Dr. Emmanuel Ugirashebuja, Governor-Northern Province, Dancille Nyirarugero, Maj Gen Eric Murokore, Regional Reserve Force Commander-Northern and RGB Chief Executive Officer, Usta Kaitesi, during the symposium.

Enhancing justice for peace, security in Africa on agenda as Police symposium starts in Rwanda

Thursday, June 15, 2023

The Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Uzziel Ndagijimana, has announced that import duty on cooking oil has been reduced from 35 per cent to 25 per cent. Photo by Craish Bahizi

BUDGET: Import tax on cooking oil cut by 10%

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Minister for Finance and Economic Planning, Uzziel Ndagijimana presenting to present the Budget Framework Paper for the 2023-2024 financial year on Thursday, June 15. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Rwanda to spend over Rwf5 trillion in next fiscal year

Thursday, June 15, 2023

The Chairperson of the Council of Ministers, Ezéchiel Nibigira presents the budget estimates for the EAC's financial year 2023-2024, during the EALA plenary on June 15.Courtesy

Regional MPs call for action as EAC faces high trade deficit

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Moïse Turahirwa. Photo by Inyarwanda.com

Moshions boss Moïse Turahirwa granted bail

Thursday, June 15, 2023

The Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Dr Uzziel Ndagijimana, will present the proposed national budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024 before parliament this afternoon.Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Finance minister unveils national budget

Thursday, June 15, 2023

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FEATURED: Bank of Kigali transforms tax payment with digital system

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Workers packaging fresh green beans for export at Garden Fresh Packhouse at Kigali Special Economic Zone. Craish Bahizi

EAC rolls out campaign to boost agri-exports

Thursday, June 15, 2023

A centre where parents are trained on how to fight stunting and malnutrition in Nyamasheke. Craish Bahizi

Inside Rwanda's renewed battle against stunting

Thursday, June 15, 2023

People at the Norrsken in Kigali. With KIFC at the center of this ambitious journey and the Norrsken East Africa hub hosting numerous African startups in this sector, Kigali aims to attract foreign businesses and investors, enhancing Rwanda's competitiveness within the financial sector. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Digital economy to take centre stage at major fintech forum in Kigali

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Carine Karambizi, a member of Inkindi n’amariza, a traditional dance troupe, initiated the Gakondo body workout, combining traditional songs with physical exercise, including instruction on how to dance. Courtesy

The Gakondo effect: A guide to reinvigorating your workouts

Thursday, June 15, 2023