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A railway worker at work. Tanzania and Rwanda recently announced plans to strengthen railway and air connectivity, a strategic step toward boosting regional integration and economic development.
Editorial

Why Rwanda-Tanzania rail and air links matter

Monday, July 28, 2025
The African Union Commission (AUC) has launched the Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP) to boost the continent’s ability to conduct policy research and promote evidence-based policymaking on shared, cross-border challenges.
International

AU launches new platform to strengthen research, policy

Friday, July 25, 2025
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva. PHOTO BY DAN GATSINZI
Politics

Justin Nsengiyumva sworn in as Prime Minister, vows to prioritize citizen welfare

Friday, July 25, 2025
Amavubi pose for a team photo ahead of their match against Djibouti at Amahoro Stadium on October 31, 2024. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana.
Football

CHAN 2024: Rwanda’s absence a blow to football development, fan engagement

Friday, July 25, 2025
Dr. Jean-Népo Abdallah Utumatwishima, Minister of Youth and Arts, poses with other officials and winners of the 2025 AGUKA Idea Entrepreneurship Program, during a prize-giving ceremony held on June 24. Courtesy Photo
Economy

Youth investment facility: what’s in it for young entrepreneurs?

Friday, July 25, 2025
President Paul Kagame has appointed Justin Nsengiyumva as Rwanda’s new Prime Minister, succeeding Édouard Ngirente, who had served in the role since 2017.
Politics

Justin Nsengiyumva, economist-turned-Prime Minister of Rwanda

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Food and live animals made up the largest share of Rwanda’s exports, accounting for 24.79 per cent.
Economy

Domestic exports up 11% in first quarter 2025

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
According to the 2024 Trade and Industry Performance report, Rwanda’s top 10 imports were valued at over $1.95 billion (approximately Rwf2.8 trillion). Photo by RwandAir
Economy

A look at Rwanda’s top 10 imports valued at Rwf2.8tn

Monday, July 21, 2025
Kabarebe (left) poses for a picture with Ruto during thier meeting at the Kenyan State House in Nairobi. PHOTO BY KENYAN PRESIDENT'S OFFICE
Politics

Kabarebe meets Kenyan president as Kagame’s special envoy

Thursday, July 17, 2025
An artist’s impression of the terminal, administration building, cargo facilities, and car parking areas of the new airport under construction in Bugesera District. Courtesy photo
Infrastructure

What’s at stake as local banks back Rwanda’s new airport?

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Zemedeneh Negatu, chairman of the Washington, DC-based capital investment firm, presents the Best Regional Bank—East Africa award to Dr. Silpah Owich of Equity Bank Kenya at the 2025 African Banker Awards in Abidjan. Courtesy
Featured

PRESS RELEASE: Equity Bank crowned Best Regional Bank in East Africa at African Banker Awards 2025

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Zemedeneh Negatu, the Chairman of the Washington, DC-based capital investment firm, presents the Best Regional Bank—East Africa award to Dr. Silpah Owich of Equity Bank Kenya at the 2025 African Banker Awards in Abidjan. Courtesy Photo
Featured

Press Release: Equity Bank crowned Best Regional Bank in East Africa at African Banker Awards 2025

Wednesday, July 16, 2025