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FAO launched the International Year of the Woman Farmer to recognise women’s indispensable contributions to agrifood systems in 2026. Photo: Courtesy

Investing in Rwanda’s women farmers means securing nation’s future

Sunday, March 08, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Nduhungirehe is on his working visit in India. Courtesy
Rwanda

Nduhungirehe talks India ties, slams US sanctions

Friday, March 06, 2026
The meeting aimed to assess progress, strengthen coordination, and agree on practical actions to address persistent child malnutrition. Photos by Emmanuel Nkangura
Health

Eastern Province steps up fight against persistent child stunting

Friday, March 06, 2026
According to the regulator, the pump prices are set at Rwf1,989 per litre for gasoline (petrol) and Rwf1,948 per litre for diesel, a slight increase from Rwf1900 during that review. Sam Ngendahimana
Energy

Gasoline prices remain unchanged in latest fuel review

Wednesday, March 04, 2026
A fuel pump SP petrol station at Gishushu in Kigali. Due to Iran-US war fuel prices have increased by about 10 percent, while other imported goods have risen between 10 and 20 percent. Sam Ngendahimana
Economy

Economists warn of oil shock, urge spending cuts

Wednesday, March 04, 2026
Cross-border trucks transporting goods from Tanzania to Rwanda. Due to Iran-US war fuel prices have increased by about 10 percent, while other imported goods have risen between 10 and 20 percent. Photo Craish Bahizi.
Economy

Govt moves to cushion local fuel market amid Iran conflict

Tuesday, March 03, 2026
Workers load cement bags onto trucks at the Cimerwa factory in January 2026. Rwanda’s producer prices increased by 4.8 per cent in January 2026 compared to January 2025. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Economy

Producer prices up 4.8% in January as export index rises by 15.3%

Monday, March 02, 2026
State Minister for Education, Claudette Irere, said the Covid-19 pandemic revealed critical gaps in Africa’s preparedness. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Featured

East Africa joins forces to bridge vaccine gap, fortify health security

Monday, March 02, 2026
Liliane Ingabire Ntwali, the founder of Ling Pads, a local firm that produces approximately 100,000 packs every six months in Rwanda. Courtesy
Featured

[Featured] Ingabire’s Ling Pads: turning personal pain into menstrual innovation

Monday, March 02, 2026
Officials discard thousands of litres of illicit brew during a crackdown on illegal production of alcoholic drinks in Bugesera District on November 16, 2025. Courtesy
Rwanda

Eastern Province: Illicit alcohol kills 20, leaves 300 blind 

Monday, March 02, 2026
Rwanda Fertilizer Company (RFC) recognized outstanding agrodealers for their strong performance, innovation, and commitment to serving farming communitiesat RFC’s blending facility in the Bugesera Special Economic Zone, on February 27, 2026. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Featured

FEATURED: Rwanda Fertilizer Company rewards top agrodealers driving distribution of customised fertilisers

Sunday, March 01, 2026
Minister of Local Government Dominique Habimana gives a certificate of appreciation to a resident of Rutunga Sector during the celebration of the 25th Anniversaire of Mituelle
Health

Minister Habimana clarifies what Mutuelle de Santé reforms mean for contributors

Thursday, February 26, 2026