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The concerning invaders in Volcanoes park, are the alnus alnobetula, commonly known as the green alder or mountain alder, and the fast-growing black wattle, scientifically termed acacia mearnsii. Photo: Germain Nsanzimana.
Tourism

Virunga mountains threatened by invasive species infiltration

Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Maize farmers across the country are worried as armyworms have built resistance to pesticides. File
Agriculture

Maize farmers worry as fall armyworms build resistance against pesticides

Friday, October 20, 2023
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente poses for a photo with members of the National Council for Science and Technology (NCST) after a meeting on Thursday, October 19. Courtesy
Technology

Prime Minister Ngirente meets members of science, technology council to boost research and innovation

Thursday, October 19, 2023
Some participants during Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign on Sunday, October 14. World Breast Cancer Day is observed on October 19 every year. Photo Emmanuel Dushimimana
Health

World Breast Cancer Day: Oncologists talk self-examination, why women are more vulnerable

Thursday, October 19, 2023
Some of the researchers and STI communicator who were awarded.
Education

4 researchers awarded for addressing national societal challenge

Thursday, October 19, 2023
A view of the newly completed Shema Power Lake Kivu (SPLK) plant in Rubavu District. The $400 million facility, is currently providing 37.5 megawatts. According to the plant officials, by February 2024, the SPLK methane plant will be providing a total of 56MW. Photo: Courtesy

Rwanda’s biggest methane power plant connected to national grid

Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Health Minister Dr Sabin Nsanzimana with other panelists at the 9th Grand Challenges Annual Meeting on October 10, in Dakar, Senegal. Courtesy
Health

Artificial intelligence to revolutionise healthcare systems — Minister Nsanzimana

Tuesday, October 10, 2023
President Macky Sall and Bill Gates talk about innovative solutions to address healthcare challenges in Africa at the 9th Grand Challenges Annual Meeting in Dakar. COURTESY
Health

Gender equality remains key to achieving universal healthcare — AU Chair

Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Specialists work inside IRCAD Africa, the centre of excellence in Kigali’s budding, health hub in Masaka sector in Kicukiro District. Courtesy
Health

Explainer: How Rwanda’s next-gen surgery works

Tuesday, October 10, 2023
President Paul Kagame and Prof Jacques Marescaux, the founder of IRCAD France inaugurate IRCAD Africa in Kigali on Saturday, October 7. Photos by Village Urugwiro
Health

PHOTOS: Kagame inaugurates surgical research, training centre IRCAD Africa

Saturday, October 07, 2023
L-R: Dessalegn Tesfaye, USAID/Rwanda, Kaendi Munguti, PMI/USAID, Ana Bodipo-Mbuyamba, USAID/Rwanda, Pie Harerimana, RMS, Dr. Jean Baptiste Ntihumbya, Ministry of Health and Dr. Jean Damascene Niyonzima, RBC. Courtesy.
Health

Rwanda receives vital antimalarial medications worth over Rwf450m

Thursday, October 05, 2023
Parents feed their children at an early childhood development centre in Nyamasheke. Insufficient nutrition during this crucial period can result in long-term health implications, such as stunted growth, weakened immune systems, and poor cognitive development. PHOTO BY CRAISH BAHIZI

Weighing in on Rwanda's child nutrition: A tale of two extremes

Thursday, October 05, 2023