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A woman takes an HIV test during an HIV prevention campaign in Gasabo in December 2024. Rwanda’s HIV programme supports nearly 230,000 people, with 96.9% on treatment one of the highest coverage rates globally. File

Clarity on HIV treatment continuation is important despite halt in USAID funding

Friday, November 28, 2025

A citizen undergoes biometrics capture during National ID registration. Rwanda is transitioning from physical ID cards to a new digital identification system, which will address long-standing gaps in current system. Photos by Craish Bahizi

A smarter, safer ID system is crucial for a digital future

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

A worker conducts air pollution test at Ndera Automobile Inspection Centre on Saturday, November 22. Courtesy

Clean air is not a privilege for the few but a right for all

Monday, November 24, 2025

The Central Bank Governor, Soraya Hakuziyaremye, addresses journalists a press conference on Thursday, November 20. Photo by Willy Mucyo

Central Bank’s decision to hold key interest could stabilize inflation

Friday, November 21, 2025

The meeting will be held under the theme “30 Years after the Beijing Conference The Contribution of Women in the Francophone World.” Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Conversation on women’s leadership no longer about awareness

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Six demands Rwandan environmental activists are pushing at COP30 in Brazil. Courtesy

Why youth must play a bigger role in climate action

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

The peace framework agreement between the Kinshasa government and the AFC-M23 in Doha, marks an important step in search for stability in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

The Doha process should be followed by meaningful actions in DR Congo

Monday, November 17, 2025

Some new houses that were given to the Genocide survivors in Ruhango District in 2021. The government has unveiled plans to construct 296 new houses for vulnerable survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. file

We owe it to survivors to ensure dignified lives

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Some accomodation halls at the University of Rwanda Huye Campus.

UR’s accommodation shortage should be taken seriously

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The Private Sector Federation Chief Operating Officer, Faustin Karasira, meets a Chinese delegation from Hunan Province in Kigali on Friday, November 7. Courtesy

Why the private sector should build more global city partnerships

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Jean Damascène Bizimana, presents findings from the National Unity and Reconciliation Barometer during the 18th Annual Unity Club Forum on Saturday, November 8. Gatsinz

National unity must forever be our guiding light

Monday, November 10, 2025

A woman packing avocados in a storehouse. File.

Avocado exports deal with China is a win for export diversification

Friday, November 07, 2025

Irembo agents during a training session on assisting platform users. As the country advances its digital transformation agenda, platforms like Irembo remain central to achieving this goal. Courtesy Photo

The only way to go for Irembo is up

Thursday, November 06, 2025

Two storage tanks, each with a capacity of over 200,000 litres (100 tonnes) of LPG, are already installed at the cooking gas depot under construction in Rusororo. Photo by Emmanuel Ntirenganya

Boosting energy security is a win on multiple fronts

Wednesday, November 05, 2025

Women collect their savings during a cooperative meeting in Musanze District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

Why saving must become every Rwandan’s national duty

Tuesday, November 04, 2025

Minister of State for Infrastructure, Jean de Dieu Uwihanganye, observes a gas emission testing demonstration at the Remera Automobile Inspection Centre on Friday, November 1. Courtesy.

Clean air is not a privilege; it is a right

Monday, November 03, 2025

Workers on duty during demolition works to pave the way for the expansion of the Giporoso–Masaka road. Photo by Kellya Keza

Giporoso-Masaka road upgrades a welcome boost but transparency in expropriation critical

Friday, October 31, 2025

Cross-border trucks transporting goods from Tanzania to Rwanda. Photo by Craish Bahizi

City authorities, truckers must come to a common understanding

Thursday, October 30, 2025

RSSB CEO Regis Rugemanshuro, Finance Minister Yusuf Murangwa and Minister of Public Service and Labour, Christine Nkulikiyinka during a past press conference on socio-security issues. File

Time to review pension laws to reflect economic realities

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Participants during a walk to raise awareness on Breast Cancer. Rwanda and the world started the last week of the month dedicated to raising awareness on breast cancer.

Early detection remains the key weapon against breast cancer

Monday, October 27, 2025