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Brig Gen Ezechiel Gakwerere of the genocidal militia FDLR and some members captured by M23 at the handover event in Rubavu District on Saturday, March 1,2025. Photo Germain Nsanzimana
Editorial

Faced with an impossible choice, Rwandan interests must take precedence

Monday, March 09, 2026
A section of Bumbogo residential area in Gasabo District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Editorial

Why updating Rwanda’s land price reference list cannot wait

Friday, March 06, 2026
A fuel pump SP petrol station at Gishushu in Kigali. Due to Iran-US war fuel prices have increased by about 10 percent, while other imported goods have risen between 10 and 20 percent. Sam Ngendahimana
Editorial

Fuel shock is a wake-up call for Rwanda’s economic resilience

Thursday, March 05, 2026
US President Donald Trump, President Paul Kagame and DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi sign the Washington Accord in Washington D.C. on December 4, 2025. Courtesy
Editorial

Balanced diplomacy, not sanction will bring peace in DR Congo

Wednesday, March 04, 2026
Students interact during a group work in Kigali. Craish BAHIZI
Editorial

Digital work holds promise for Rwanda’s young population

Tuesday, March 03, 2026
A residential house destroyed by bombing in Minembwe. The AFCM23 has vowed to defend civilians in eastern DR Congo, accusing DR Congo of launching a deliberate campaign of “terror” against populated areas.
Editorial

Someone has to step up to protect civilians in eastern DR Congo

Monday, March 02, 2026
The National Bank of Rwanda’s five-month proof of concept (PoC) for the proposed e-Franc Rwandais suggests that a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) is technically feasible. Sam Ngendahimana
Editorial

A digital franc holds promise, but users will determine success 

Friday, February 27, 2026
The New Times
Editorial

Expanded Mutuelle benefits mean little without public uptake

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Rwanda decided to develop the Rwanda e-GP system called UMUCYO, a web-based e-Procurement system. Courtesy
Editorial

A new dawn for local innovators in public tenders

Tuesday, February 24, 2026
According to Meteo Rwanda above-average rainfall and strong winds are expected in late February 
Editorial

As the skies open up, let caution be our weapon

Monday, February 23, 2026
A section of Remera residential area near Amahoro Stadium, which the City of Kigali has earmarked for redevelopment. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.
Editorial

City authorities must get balance between public interest and private land ownership right

Friday, February 20, 2026
More than 120,000 hectares of state-owned land are lying idle countrywide. Courtesy
Editorial

Reallocating idle state-owned land is timely, but caution must be exercised

Thursday, February 19, 2026
Rwanda has positioned itself as a continental leader in innovation, from digital public services to smart governance. Kellya Keza
Editorial

Unlocking Rwanda’s AI Future is a collective responsibility

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The rapid spread of short-term digital loans is not a side story in financial inclusion but a central pillar of economic resilience.
Editorial

Mobile loans are a key pillar for small business continuity, expansion

Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Heads of State and Government pose for a photo at the African Union summit on Saturday, February 14. Courtesy
Editorial

African leaders must walk the talk on maternal health

Monday, February 16, 2026
The New Times
Editorial

Mushikiwabo’s stellar record makes her a perfect fit for La Francophonie

Friday, February 13, 2026
Panelists engage in a discussion at the presentation of the latest edition of the Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
Editorial

Despite the good ranking, war on graft is an ongoing endeavor

Thursday, February 12, 2026
Doctors conduct epilepsy surgery operation at CHUK Hopital in Kigali on Monday, February 9.
Editorial

First epilepsy surgery commendable but not enough

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Kigali’s skyline tells two stories at once. One is of rapid growth, cranes dotting the horizon and new estates reshaping the city. Dan Gatsinzi
Editorial

Unlocking Kigali’s idle land through partnerships and vertical living

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Local artiste Bruce Melodie shares his views during a panel discussion session at Umushyikirano as Scovia Mutesi looks on, on Friday, February 6. Olivier Mugwiza
Editorial

Monetising digital content needed as soon as yesterday

Sunday, February 08, 2026