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A motorcycle taxi passenger pays the fare via mobile money in Kigali. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

What Rwanda’s new digital payment system means for your money

Tuesday, February 03, 2026
(L–R) A moderator leads a panel discussion with Bill Gates, the American philanthropist and co-chair of the Gates Foundation, Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation Paula Ingabire, and Global Fund Executive Director Peter Sands at the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos on Wednesday, January 21. Gates announced the $50 million initiative, dubbed Horizon 1000, aimed at deploying AI tools in the health sector in partnership with African governments and health leaders. Photo: Courtesy.
Health

Why Bill Gates, OpenAI chose Rwanda for $50m AI healthcare initiative

Thursday, January 22, 2026
The Africa Drone Forum (ADF), the continent’s largest network for drone professionals, is scheduled to take place from September 4 to 5. File
Technology

Six key technology events coming to Kigali in 2026

Monday, January 05, 2026
The events brought together a wide range of participants, including government officials, policymakers, regulators, technology experts, and investors, among others
Technology

Seven 2025 events that cemented Kigali’s role in Africa’s digital transformation

Saturday, January 03, 2026
SanlamAllianz Life Insurance Plc officials unveil Ako Kanya product in Kigali on Tuesday, December 16. Photos by Kellya Keza
Featured

SanlamAllianz Life Insurance launches ‘Ako Kanya’ USSD service to enable instant access to savings

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
L-R: Moderator Jackie Lumbasi, Zora Robotics CEO Benjamin Karenzi, PRI CEO Ray Power, and MineTech CEO Kelvin Rwihimba during a panel discussion on ‘Mines of Tomorrow: Robotics for Smart Mining.’ Photo: Keza Kellya Raissa.
Technology

How robotics and AI are reshaping safety in underground mining

Wednesday, December 03, 2025
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Education

New study shows how Rwandan schools can cut internet costs

Wednesday, November 26, 2025
A view of GAMICO Bashyamba mine in Nyarugenge District. Courtesy
Economy

Why global investors should not miss Rwanda Mining Week

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
An exhibition at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Kigali. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Tax-free entry level smartphones in Africa: A policy lever for digital inclusion or a fiscal tightrope?

Monday, November 17, 2025
Monzer Ali, MTN Rwanda Chief Executive Officer, speaks during a past meeting in Kigali. The telecom company confirmed that its services were facing disruptions on Wednesday, November 12. Courtesy
Technology

MTN Rwanda reports internet disruptions

Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The government is seeking at least $300 million country’s internet coverage gap. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Technology

Rwanda needs Rwf430bn to scale internet coverage, says ICT minister

Wednesday, November 05, 2025
IPAR–Rwanda released the findings of two studies, Inclusion of MSMEs in Labor Market Systems and Labor Inspection and Administration in Rwanda, during the dissemination event in Kigali. Courtesy Photo
Economy

Why Rwanda’s micro-enterprises struggle to create decent jobs

Wednesday, November 05, 2025