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Genocide convict Sosthène Munyemana infamously known as the ‘Butcher of Tumba’ for his role in the 1994 Genocide, was handed a 24-year prison sentence.
Crime

Justice delayed but finally served: Activists, survivors on ‘Butcher of Tumba’ Genocide conviction

Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Executive Secretary of the UN Economic Commission of Africa, Claver Gatete speaks during a meeting. Courtesy
Africa

UNECA boss Gatete talks AfCFTA and how global credit facilities can work for Africa

Tuesday, December 19, 2023
The first one is the unlawful broadcasting of audiovisual content by local channel andor operator without the authorization of the rightsholder.Courtesy
Featured

Rwanda takes bold steps to Safeguard audiovisual industry against piracy

Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Embassy of Sweden's National Programme Officer for Democracy and Human Rights, Louis Busingye and the Executive Director of Rwanda NGO Forum on HIVAIDS,Nooliet Kabanyana were on hand to award some of the winners.
Featured

FEATURED: HDI awards nine journalists for reproductive health coverage

Monday, December 18, 2023
Dr Vincent Biruta, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Prof. P.G. Sampath of the Africa Pharmaceutical Technology Foundation (APTF), sign the Host Country Agreement between Rwanda and APTF in Kigali on Monday, December 18. Courtesy
Health

PHOTOS: Rwanda signs host agreement for African pharmaceutical foundation

Monday, December 18, 2023
The migration deal to send illegal immigrants in the UK to Rwanda has garnered world attention. PHOTO BY OLIVIER MUGWIZA

When Rwanda drives the international news cycle

Monday, December 18, 2023
A resident casts his vote during the past elections. Presidential and parliamentary elections are slated for 2024. PHOTO SAM NGENDAHIMANA
Politics

Ten things to know about 2024 presidential, parliamentary elections

Monday, December 18, 2023
Jean Remy Mugisha told The NewTimes that the festival is an opportunity for the students in educational institutions and emerging filmmakers aspiring to become the best filmmakers.
Cinema

Rwanda International Students Film Festival set for first edition

Saturday, December 16, 2023
AS Kigali defender Jean Bosco Akayezu talks to referee Aline Umutoni during the game against Rayon Sports at Kigali Pele Stadium on Saturday, December 9. Photo by Julius Ntare, Igihe
Football

Upholding fair play! A closer look at referee Umutoni and FERWAFA's decision

Saturday, December 16, 2023
A segment of Musanze-Rubavu road that was damaged by floods in heavy rains that killed 150 people and destroyed over 6000 houses on May 3. IMF approves $268 million for Rwanda to tackle climate shocks. OLIVIER MUGWIZA
Environment

IMF approves $268 million for Rwanda to tackle climate shocks

Friday, December 15, 2023
Inmates at Nyarugenge Prison in Kigali. Prisoners can now apply for parole after completing just a quarter of their sentences. Photo/Craish Bahizi
Rwanda

Parole: What you need to know about eligibility as gov’t cuts application time

Thursday, December 14, 2023
Some people with disabilities are assisted to board a bus in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Access for persons with disabilities: A barrier free society

Thursday, December 14, 2023