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Participants follow a panel discussion at the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Kigali, on March 11. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Technology

Barriers, opportunities that shape Africa’s fintech sector

Monday, March 16, 2026
Bank of Kigali CEO Diane Karusisi (2nd L) among panelists during Bank of Kigali’s International Women’s Day celebration on March 13. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
Featured

Inspiring stories mark BK Women’s Day celebration as bank backs female entrepreneurs

Monday, March 16, 2026
The government last week launched Innovate Rwanda, a national digital platform designed to connect startups, investors, talent and ecosystem support organisations across the country.
Technology

10 key facts about Rwanda’s new startup-investor platform

Monday, March 16, 2026
Neil Ni, Chief Strategy Officer of XTransfer, speaks to The New Times during the interview during the third edition of the Inclusive FinTech Forum (IFF) 2026 in Kigali on March 11. Courtesy
Featured

XTransfer targets Africa to fix costly cross-border payments for SMEs

Monday, March 16, 2026
State Minister Usta Kaitesi hands over the award to Arianah Atete Kagorora after earning the top prize in the 2024 East African Community (EAC) Essay Writing Competition.
Education

Meet Atete Kagorora, 14-year-old essay writer who scooped EAC top prize

Sunday, March 15, 2026
Jean-Guy Afrika, the Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), speaks during a panel discussion at the forum on March 11. Courtesy
Business

Outdated risk narratives still haunt Africa’s investment appeal - experts

Sunday, March 15, 2026
The Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Rwanda, Benjamin Mutimura, speaks during a panel discussion at the Inclusive Fintech Forum (IFF) 2026 in Kigali
Featured

I&M Bank Rwanda chief executive urges viable models to fund women-led innovation

Saturday, March 14, 2026
Participants and officials pose for a group photo at the celebration of the International Women's Day. The event brought together REG management, staff, women, and girls.Photos by Kellya Keza
Featured

REG celebrates women's role in energy, recognises students for innovations

Saturday, March 14, 2026
Participants at the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Kigali on March 11. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Technology

Young innovators say Africa’s fintech future lies in AI

Saturday, March 14, 2026
(L-R) The newly elected PSF officials: 1st Vice Chairperson Jean-Claude Uwizeyemungu, 2nd Vice Chairperson Diane Kamanzi, and Chairperson François Twagirumukiza.
Economy

Who are the new top PSF leaders?

Saturday, March 14, 2026
Footage from a previous Twese_ Afrohouse event. The series returns this Saturday; see the full weekend lineup for more events. COURTESY
Showbiz

Kigali weekend guide: Six events worth checking out

Friday, March 13, 2026
Benjamin Mutimura, Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Rwanda, addresses participants who attended a VIP cocktail and gala dinner organised by the Kigali International Financial Centre and sponsored by I&M Bank Rwanda. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Featured

I&M Bank drives fintech dialogue, funds high-level gala at IFF 2026

Friday, March 13, 2026