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Agric workers sorting a new Irish potato variety that is grown in a greenhouse in Kinigi Sector in Musanze District. Rwanda, on February 21, promulgated a law governing biosafety, which seeks to ensure that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are handled, transferred and used safely in the country. PHOTO BY SAM NGENDAHIMANA
Health

Inside Rwanda's biosafety law set to regulate GMOs

Monday, March 04, 2024
Paddy rice production in 2023 amounted to 133,628 tonnes, 1,446 tonnes less than the 135,074 tonnes recorded in the previous year, in Rwanda. On February 21, 2024, the country enacted legislation governing biosafety, aimed at ensuring the safe handling, transfer, and use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) food in the country.
Agriculture

Six things to know as Rwanda promulgates GMO law

Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Workers sort new cassava varieties at a RAB station in Huye District. Rwanda, on February 21, published in its Official Gazette a law governing biosafety for genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to ensure they are handled, transferred, and used safely. Photo Courtesy
Law

Rwanda finally passes law on GMOs: What next?

Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Dr Vincent Ndayiragije, a specialist in internal medicine and geriatrics at King Faisal Hospital
Health

Geriatrics expert weighs in on unique care of elderly patients

Monday, February 26, 2024
Clinicians, therapists, and researchers indicate that using an AI-powered chatbot can result in higher engagement and adherence compared to traditional methods. For instance, users of Wysa, Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Mental health: Can AI-powered chatbots enhance access to care, combat stigma?

Wednesday, February 21, 2024
A Farmer weeding in an Irish potato garden. Use of pesticides in treating potato disease could stop the decline in bee population and help increase honey production. Photo Courtesy
Agriculture

Genetically modified potatoes could address honey crisis – scientists

Monday, February 19, 2024
Engineer Adil Hassan Abdelmagid Mohamed busy at his fast food restaurant. Photos by Willy Mucyo.
Africa

VIDEO: Sudanese refugees on finding life in Rwanda, exploring business opportunities

Thursday, February 15, 2024
EALA lawmakers and other participants at a session meant for assessing policies and laws on GMOs within the East African Community (EAC) Partner States, on February 8, 2024, in Kigali, Rwanda (Photo by Emmanuel Ntirenganya)
Agriculture

Rwanda ready to harness GMOs tech, official tells EAC lawmakers

Friday, February 09, 2024
Some young girls who are members of Club Speak in which they discusss about reproductive health at Groupe Scolaire Mugombwa in Gisagara District. Photo by Samuel Ngendahimana
Education

Tackling school dropout for girls: What is the way forward for Rwanda?

Thursday, February 08, 2024
Adolesecent Girls and Young Women with their Mentors showcasing the running of Safe space sessions.Photo: Courtesy
Featured

Safe spaces: A game-changer for vulnerable adolescent girls and young women

Wednesday, February 07, 2024
Ecobank Rwanda Managing Director Carine Umutoni during the interview. Umutoni is also a part of the Executive Committee of the Rwanda Bankers’ Association (RBA). Photo by Willy Mucyo
Women

Bank executive Carine Umutoni on changing career paths, going up the corporate ladder

Wednesday, February 07, 2024
Officials toast during the 15-year anniversary celebrations at Kigali Marriott Hotel on February 5. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Featured

Water For People lays out new plan to bring clean water to 1.5 million people

Wednesday, February 07, 2024