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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
Cross-border trucks transporting goods from Tanzania to Rwanda. Due to Iran-US war fuel prices have increased by about 10 percent, while other imported goods have risen between 10 and 20 percent. Photo Craish Bahizi.
Economy

Govt moves to cushion local fuel market amid Iran conflict

Tuesday, March 03, 2026
Located between Iran and Oman, the Strait of Hormuz is one of the world most important chokepoints.
International

How significant is Strait of Hormuz in US, Israel-Iran conflict

Monday, March 02, 2026
The e-Franc is designed as a retail CBDC, meaning it would be accessible to the general public for everyday transactions such as sending money, paying merchants or settling bills.
Economy

Proposed central bank digital currency moves to pilot phase

Friday, February 27, 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
Minister of Local Government Dominique Habimana gives a certificate of appreciation to a resident of Rutunga Sector during the celebration of the 25th Anniversaire of Mituelle
Health

Minister Habimana clarifies what Mutuelle de Santé reforms mean for contributors

Thursday, February 26, 2026
Diane Karusisi, CEO of Bank of Kigali, speaks during the launch of BKreative at the Kigali Public Library on February 24. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Featured

BKreative to unlock up to Rwf1bn financing for Rwanda’s creatives

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Hadja Lahbib, European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, and AFC-M23 Coordinator Corneille Nangaa in Goma on February 20. Photo courtesy of AFC-M23
Africa

What next after AFC/M23-EU talks?

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Minister Abdallah Utumatwishima joins participants for a group photo during the celebration of the 23rd International Mother Language Day in Kigali on Tuesday, February 24. Craish Bahizi
Culture

Code-switching, foreign languages could erode Ikinyarwanda, officials say

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Patients, mostly beneficiaries of Mutuelle, wait in the outpatient department of Butaro Hospital in Burera District, accessing various healthcare services. Photos by Kellya Keza.
Health

Mutuelle turns 25: Patients, doctors and families reflect on life-changing impact

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Residents during the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Mituelle de Sante at Rutunga Sector in Gasabo District, on February 25. Courtesy
Health

Experts weigh in on Mutuelle de Santé premium reforms

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
A nurse receives an expectant mother for antenatal services at Ngeruka Health centre in Bugesera District. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Health

Banks, insurance companies required to contribute to Mutuelle de Santé

Tuesday, February 24, 2026