Women-development

Do you have an idea for The New Times to cover? Submit it here!
Search Results for "Women-development" (9257 articles)
As the world struggles to meet UN Sustainable Development Goals on education and gender equality, China’s experience offers a potent blueprint.

How educating girls became a cornerstone of China’s progress

Sunday, March 08, 2026
UN Women Acting Country Representative to Rwanda, Tikikel Tadele Alemu. Photo: UN Women Rwanda

Upholding women’s rights and justice: The pathway to equality, unity and prosperity

Sunday, March 08, 2026
Angele Buzayire, who will mark 20 years in legal practice next year, is one of the longest-serving female lawyers in Rwanda. Courtesy
Women

Law today has become a vocation for women, says long-serving lawyer

Sunday, March 08, 2026
FAO launched the International Year of the Woman Farmer to recognise women’s indispensable contributions to agrifood systems in 2026. Photo: Courtesy

Investing in Rwanda’s women farmers means securing nation’s future

Sunday, March 08, 2026
I&M Bank Rwanda CEO poses for a photo with customers during the launch of new Berwa loan product on March 5. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Featured

I&M Bank to empower womenpreneurs through Berwa’s business advisory, Rwf400m loans

Sunday, March 08, 2026
Managing Director of Equity Bank Rwanda, Hannington Namara, Iris Irumva, the Chief Executive Officer of Lead Access, and The Country Director of AGRA in Rwanda, Jean Pierre Ndagijimana interact at the launch of the initiative ahead of the celebrations of the 2026 International Women’s Day, due on March 8.  Courtesy
Featured

FEATURED: Equity Bank, partners launch drive to advance women’s leadership, financial inclusion

Friday, March 06, 2026
Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students during a practical exercise. File
Education

Teacher shortage, digital divide hampering TVET sector – study

Thursday, March 05, 2026
Participants pose for a group photo at the launch of one-year Twiyubakire programme, an initiative designed to empower women, youth, and persons with disabilities. Dan GATSINZI
Featured

‘Twiyubakire’ programme prioritises education, agriculture in eight districts

Wednesday, March 04, 2026
The New Times
Kwibuka

PHOTOS: Greek princess pays tribute to Genocide victims

Monday, March 02, 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 mother beastfeeds her baby during a campaign. In Rwanda, mothers exclusively breastfeed their infants during their first six months by 82.8 percent. Courtesy

Supporting mothers beyond celebration

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
Featured

FEATURED: Rwanda Fertilizer Company rewards top agrodealers driving distribution of customised fertilisers

Sunday, March 01, 2026