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A collage of some of the weapons that were abandoned by DR Congo's army and their allies, including genocidal FDLR militia, Burundian troops, SADC forces, and European mercenaries, at an armory near Lake Kivu in Goma. The fleeing coalition fighters, estimated in tens of thousands, also abandoned weapons in other localities in and out of Goma as the M23 rebels marched on the city late January. Photos by James Munyaneza
Africa

Tshisekedi’s vast armoury in Goma and plan to invade Rwanda

Friday, February 21, 2025
Officials and participants pose for a group photo during a joint gathering on key education initiatives supported by the Scottish Government on February 18.
Featured

FEATURED: Chance for Childhood Rwanda, partners advocate for inclusive, safe education

Thursday, February 20, 2025
Rwanda’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ernest Rwamucyo, addresses the UN Security Council on Thursday, February 20. Courtesy
Africa

DR Congo undermines regional peace efforts, says Rwandan envoy

Thursday, February 20, 2025
Students during a plumbing exercise at Musanze Polytechnic. The government targets to increase the number of female students in technical and vocational education and training (TVET). Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Education

Inside Rwanda’s plan to increase women enrollment in TVET

Thursday, February 20, 2025
Rwanda suspended development cooperation with Belgium on Tuesday, February 18. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Editorial

Rwanda's principled stance on Belgium is commendable

Thursday, February 20, 2025
The recent government decision to impose higher taxes on beers and cigarettes sparked public debate. Craish BAHIZI

Higher taxes on beer and cigarettes: A win for public health, not just revenue

Thursday, February 20, 2025
M23 spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka addresses journalists in Bukavu on Tuesday, February 18. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

The mirage of freedom in the DR Congo: Rwanda cannot afford to be indifferent

Thursday, February 20, 2025
Rwanda called out Belgium for leading an “aggressive campaign, together with DR Congo, to sabotage its access to development finance, including in multilateral institutions. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Rwanda

Belgium: A history of fueling conflict in Rwanda, region

Thursday, February 20, 2025
A liquiefied Petroleum Gas shop at Remera. File
Energy

Use of electric, LPG, ethanol stoves projected to increase 25%

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
IremboGov introduced a digital marketplace for public services. Bringing services online helped reduce unnecessary travel and made applications more accessible. 
Featured

IremboPlus: Cutting through the wait and unveiling improved access to commercial services

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Minister of Education, Joseph Nsengimana during a session with senators members of the Committee on Social Affairs and Human Rights on February 18. Courtesy
Education

Rwanda reviews education policy to align with market trends

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
A total of 260 young entrepreneurs were recognized and awarded at the 2024 YouthConnekt Awards on February 18. Annet Muhorakeye, founder of Coffee Company, emerged as the overall winner, securing Rwf25 million to grow her business at Kisimite Center. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Rwanda

Over 200 entrepreneurs awarded at YouthConnekt awards

Wednesday, February 19, 2025