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The World Health Organization (WHO) warned on World Sight Day 2024, on October 10.
Health

Too much screen time, staying indoors linked to myopia in children

Thursday, October 10, 2024
RURA has announced new fuel prices, with gasoline now set at Rwf1,574 per litre and diesel at Rwf1,576 per litre. File
Energy

RURA slightly reduces fuel prices amid market fluctuations

Tuesday, October 08, 2024
A teacher during a class at Ntendezi Primary school in Nyamasheke. As World Teachers' Day 2024 is marked on October 5, teachers in Rwanda are affected by five pressing issues.
Education

World Teachers' Day: Five pressing issues Rwandan educators need urgently resolved

Saturday, October 05, 2024
John Rwangombwa, Governor of the central bank, presents the Monetary Policy and Financial Stability Statement on Wednesday, September 25. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Economy

Can Rwanda's monetary policy shift stimulate growth?

Tuesday, October 01, 2024
Two men carry out a transaction at a bank agent stall in Kimironko, a Kigali suburb. According to the Central Bank, the financial sector assets grew by 20.8 per cent in the first half of 2024. Photo: Craish Bahizi.
Finance

How financial sector registered stable growth in first half of 2024

Friday, September 27, 2024
The Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire speaks during a meeting on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. Rwanda and Singapore introduced the world’s first AI Playbook for Small states in New York City early this week. Photo: Courtesy
Technology

5 things to know about Rwanda-Singapore AI “Playbook”

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Rwanda will host the inaugural East Africa Pharma and Biotech Conference in Kigali on September 17-19, 2024. The country is also home to Africa's first mRNA vaccine plant.

Time is Now: Africa’s quest to become a global biomedicine hub

Monday, September 16, 2024
A view of indoor mini football pitch at Kigali Universe in Nyarugenge, one of the city's private recreational spaces. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Police must not punish Businesses transforming Kigali into a Global tourism city

Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Some of the apartments for vulnerable residents in the environs of Mpazi drainage in Gitega and Kimisagara sectors in Nyarugenge District .File
Housing

Innovative models Rwanda can leverage to boost affordable housing

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
A woman breastfeeding her baby. On August 7, Rwanda joined the rest of the world to mark World Breastfeeding Week, which was celebrated under the theme, Closing the Gap Breastfeeding Support for All.”
Health

When the baby pays the price: Navigating the rigours of breastfeeding at work

Monday, September 09, 2024
Mothers from Mahama Refugee Camp during a walk to sensitise women on breastfeeding in Kirehe District. Emmanuel Dushimimana
Health

A look at Save the Children’s impact on maternal, child nutrition in Mahama Refugee Camp

Monday, September 09, 2024
The Volcano Belt Water Supply System Project is set to provide access to clean water in Musanze, Nyabihu and Rubavu districts. All photos by Germain Nsanzimana
Health

Over 350,000 to get clean water in volcanic region

Wednesday, September 04, 2024