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The market operates every Tuesday and attracts between 3,000 and 4,000 people.
Rwanda

Kigeme refugees turn to business to reduce aid dependence

Friday, March 06, 2026
Sophie Tchatchoua, Managing Director of CANAL+ Rwanda speaks as CANAL+ Rwanda launches a new campaign dubbed “Birenze Kureba, Biduha Vibes” on March 3. Photos by Kellya Keza
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CANAL+ Rwanda launches ‘Birenze Kureba, Biduha Vibes’ — more than just TV campaign

Thursday, March 05, 2026
Lawmakers have raised concerns about inadequate drying and storage facilities for maize that are undermining efforts to cut post-harvest losses. Olivier Mugwiza
Agriculture

Lack of drying facilities affecting rice, maize harvest: MPs

Thursday, March 05, 2026
According to Rwanda National Police, 130 people died nationwide from natural disasters in 2025, including lightning strikes, floods, landslides, and storm-related accidents.

Preparing your finances for emergencies and disasters

Thursday, March 05, 2026
Some of the layer chickens at Gikomero Poultry Farm in Gasabo District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.
Agriculture

Rwanda’s poultry boom: How can momentum be sustained?

Thursday, March 05, 2026
A pineapple farm in Sake Sector in Ngoma District where farmers use irrigation. Photo by Emmanuel Nkangura
Agriculture

Ngoma farmers push for irrigation to unlock Lake Sake’s potential

Thursday, March 05, 2026
NCBA Bank Rwanda officials and District officials and customers during the official opening of its Rusizi branch. NCBA Bank Rwanda has now branches in Kigali, Musanze, Nyagatare, Kayonza, and Rubavu, the addition of Rusizi. Courtesy
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NCBA launches Rusizi branch, expanding its Rwandan, regional reach

Wednesday, March 04, 2026
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva has been summoned by the Senate to explain government plans to address persistent challenges in the livestock sector. File
Agriculture

Senate summons PM over issues in livestock sector

Tuesday, March 03, 2026
Members of Tuzamure Umusaruro wa Kawa (TUK) sort fresh coffee beans in Rukara Sector, in Kayonza district. The cooperative is made up of 181 women and 12 men; they harvest 300 tonnes annually. Photos: Emmanuel Nkangura
Agriculture

Home roasting sparks rise in coffee drinking in Kayonza

Monday, March 02, 2026
A view of a maize plantation farm that was hit by hailstorms in Karongi District.
Agriculture

How farmers are managing post-harvest losses amid heavy rains

Sunday, March 01, 2026
Rwanda Fertilizer Company (RFC) recognized outstanding agrodealers for their strong performance, innovation, and commitment to serving farming communitiesat RFC’s blending facility in the Bugesera Special Economic Zone, on February 27, 2026. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED: Rwanda Fertilizer Company rewards top agrodealers driving distribution of customised fertilisers

Sunday, March 01, 2026
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) displays illegal alcohol seized in Kigali on October 22. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

The role of chemistry and toxicology in national security

Saturday, February 28, 2026