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UR graduates during a graduation ceremony in October 2024. The University of Rwanda recently announced the decision to reinstate its four-year undergraduate degree programmes. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Education

Industry pushes for 'tech transfer strategy' as UR reverts to 4-year degree programmes

Monday, December 16, 2024
Venantie Mukamutara, one of the residents who completed literacy training for adults, showcases her writing skills during a graduation ceremony in Gisagara District in August 2024. Courtesy
Rwanda

Experts weigh in on Rwanda's plan to educate 700,000 adults

Saturday, December 07, 2024
Experts engage in a discussion during the the Africa Trade Development Forum in Kigali on Monday, December 2. Courtesy
Africa

Can artificial intelligence revolutionise customs in Africa?

Friday, December 06, 2024
A view of the ongoing construction of the new runway, taxiway, and drainage channel at the airport construction that is underway in Bugesera District. According to Afreximbank’s Industry Outlook report, Rwanda's construction industry is valued at an estimated $1.3 billion in 2024, with projections to reach $1.4 billion by 2025. Photo: Courtesy
Infrastructure

Rwanda’s construction industry valued at $1.3bn in 2024 – report

Thursday, December 05, 2024
Yusuf Murangwa, the Minister of Finance and Economic Planning; and Jin Liqun, President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) during the joint preconference in Kigali on Tuesday, December 3. Courtesy of MINECOFIN
Economy

Rwanda, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank move to strengthen ties

Tuesday, December 03, 2024
Students of Vellamal Nexus schools at the academy run by school coach Velavan Subbiah in Chennai, India [Maveeran Somasundaram/Al Jazeera]
Other Sports

How India’s Chennai mints world-beating chess champions, one move at a time

Tuesday, December 03, 2024
I&M Bank (Rwanda) Plc, CEO  Benjamin Mutimura (L) and Jetu Lalvani, CEO of Kaizenvest during the signing ceremony on Friday, November 29. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Featured

FEATURED: I&M Bank, Kaizenvest bring affordable loans to Rwanda’s education sector

Sunday, December 01, 2024
Doreen Umulisa, a lawyer with expertise in IP matters addresses participants at the fifth all Africa Intellectual Property (IP) rights summit.
Law

Now is the time to rethink intellectual property in Africa - experts

Friday, November 29, 2024
(Left) University of Rwanda garduates, (Right) University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) graduates
Education

UGHE, University of Rwanda ranked in 10 top varsities in Sub-Saharan Africa

Wednesday, November 27, 2024
The New Times
Featured

Aditya Chacko appointed cluster General Manager, Kigali Marriott Hotel and Four Points By Sheraton Kigali

Monday, November 25, 2024
L-R: Eng. Tan Seng Chuah, President-Elect, World Federation of Engineering Organizations (Singapore); Prof. Dr Shahbaz Khan, UNESCO Director, Regional Office for East Asia (China); Eng. Kazawadi Papias Dedeki, President FAEO (Rwanda); Ing. Aridai (Ari) Herrera, President UPADI (USA); Prof. Dr Aung Kyaw Myat President FEIAP (Myanmar); Ir. Dr Tan Yean Chin, Secretary General, FEIAP (Malaysia); and Ir. Prof. Chuah Hean Teik, FEIAP (Malaysia).
Featured

FAEO celebrates landmark achievement in Engineering Capacity Development: Africa (FAEO) Joins forces with Asia-Pacific (FEIAP) and the Americas (UPADI) in "A3P" Accord

Monday, November 18, 2024
WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros praised Rwanda's commitment to eliminating cervical cancer by 2030
Rwanda

WHO commends Rwanda’s efforts to eliminate cervical cancer

Monday, November 18, 2024