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Food commodities vendors and customers at Kimironko Market in Kigali. File
Economy

Traders warned against unfair price hikes

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Recent monetary tightening by the National Bank of Rwanda reflects a necessary response to inflationary pressures, particularly those driven by external shocks. Dan Gatsinzi

Households feel the squeeze as living costs continue to rise

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Students showcase projects in robotics and artificial intelligence on February 21. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Featured

Raising the next generation of innovators: why creativity must begin at home

Monday, April 20, 2026
A household consuming between zero and five cubic metres pays Rwf323 per meter with VAT excluded, while one consuming between five and 20 cubic metres pays Rwf340 per metre.
Featured

What drives your water bill? Inside RURA’s tariff system, consumer protection

Monday, April 20, 2026
Porters carry food commodities in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Economy

Experts share tips on ways to navigate rising prices

Monday, April 20, 2026
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Africa

DR Congo: Fresh attacks reported after new round of peace talks

Monday, April 20, 2026
Workers sort fresh avocados for export at the National Agricultural Export Development Board Warehouse in Kigali. File
Business

China seen as key alternative as Rwanda’s export markets weaken

Saturday, April 18, 2026
Heads of delegations from AFC/M23 and the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo sign agreements during talks held in Montreux, Switzerland. Courtesy.
Africa

AFC/M23, Kinshasa agree to exchange prisoners at Swiss talks

Saturday, April 18, 2026
Flying foxes holding onto a round wooden branch with their claws.

Urgent call to protect Rwanda’s bats, including critically endangered Hill’s horseshoe bat

Friday, April 17, 2026
Young people attend a commemoration event 'Our Past Initiative' at Kicukiro-Nyanza Genocide Memorial on April 9. Collective memory is part of healing. Craish BAHIZI

Kwibuka 32: Sustaining mental health support critical to Rwanda’s continued healing

Friday, April 17, 2026
Visitors during a guided tour of Musanze Industrial Zone, currently under development. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Private sector flags key hurdles in industrial parks

Thursday, April 16, 2026
Students, who presented their views on Friday, April 10, are actively engaged in schools and communities. Courtesy
Education

Students outline key priorities for 2026/27 budget 

Monday, April 13, 2026