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Rwanda National Police traffic officers inspect air pollution of vehicles in Rwamagana District. Key mitigation measures included renewable energy, energy efficiency, climate-smart agriculture, and waste management
Environment

Govt reduces 1.5 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions

Monday, June 08, 2026
A section of the Murindi Agri Show showcasing small-scale farming techniques, where farmers can learn practical urban farming methods. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Agriculture

MPs raise concerns over urban farming, insurance gaps

Monday, June 08, 2026
I&M Bank Rwanda staff during a tree planting exercise in Kigali on November 28, 2025. More than 68 million trees were planted in Rwanda during the 2025-26 planting season, which began in October. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Climate action starts with us

Friday, June 05, 2026
The project is also expected to facilitate electricity trade between Rwanda and Tanzania.
Energy

How Rusumo power project is transforming key sectors in Rwanda

Friday, June 05, 2026
The Rusizi port on the shores of Lake Kivu is 97 per cent complete. Courtesy
Infrastructure

PHOTOS: Seven major infrastructure projects nearing completion

Thursday, June 04, 2026
A dried-up irrigation channel cuts through a maize farm in Karangazi, Nyagatare District, highlighting the impact of dry conditions on agricultural production on July 27, 2024. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.
Environment

Nyagatare tops climate vulnerability rankings

Thursday, June 04, 2026
African and South Korean foreign ministers on Monday, June 1, agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, technology, infrastructure, food security, health, climate action, peace and security.
Business

African, Korean ministers talk critical minerals, tech and trade

Tuesday, June 02, 2026
President and CEO of the African Development Bank Group, Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, addresses delegates during its Annual Meetings in Brazzaville on May 28. Courtesy
Economy

AfDB seeks deeper economic reforms to unlock Africa’s growth

Sunday, May 31, 2026
Agriculture is the largest employer of labour, but at the same time agriculture is a great attractor for young people
Agriculture

AfDB bets on agriculture to absorb Africa’s 11m annual job seekers

Friday, May 29, 2026
Visitors during a guided tour of Nyabarongo II Hydropower Plant. Craish Bahizi
Energy

Rwf150bn earmarked for Nyabarongo II dam

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Workers during a maize plantation where solar powered irrigation is installed. The district has also partnered with the Rwanda Environment Management Authority to expand solar-powered irrigation systems.
Agriculture

Technology boosts Kirehe’s food security drive

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Agriculture remains a key sector in Rwanda. The population is about 14 million, and agriculture contributes about 20% of GDP while employing approximately 38% of the workforce.

Why farming startups fail – and how you can avoid it

Monday, May 25, 2026