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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
Teklu Sara Yesehak, ,the organizer of Kigali Taste Fest speaks to journalists in Kigali

Savor food or drinks: What you should know about ‘Kigali Taste Fest’

Saturday, March 02, 2024
Tour du Rwanda 2024 cyclists ride in peloton at Gisakura in Nyamasheke.This year's Tour du Rwanda race attracted 94 riders from 19 teams, creating a diverse and competitive field. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Cycling

Tour du Rwanda 2024: A prelude to the Road World Champs

Friday, March 01, 2024
Some of the students of Green Hills Academy, entertain delegates during the celebration of the International Day of Mother Tongue at Green Hills Academy in Kigali on Wednesday, February 28. All photos: Dan Gatsinzi.
Culture

Rwandans urged to elevate Kinyarwanda to its rightful place

Thursday, February 29, 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
The second edition of the Sports on Wheels tournament will take place at BK Arena on March 2. Organisers have said that the preparations are into the final stages. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Basketball

Preps for 'Sports on Wheels' tournament in high gear

Monday, February 26, 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
Ernest Habiyambere will become the first Rwandan to play in the ATP Challenger 50 Tour-File
Tennis

Historic moment as Habiyambere debuts at ATP Challenger 50 Tour

Monday, February 26, 2024
The participants pose for a photo during the closing of a three-day workshop on Wednesday, February 21.
Featured

FEATURED: Experts advocate collective effort in empowering women in STEM

Friday, February 23, 2024
Calvin Hemery
Tennis

Rwanda Challenger 50 Tour: The top five players to watch

Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Participants and delegates pose for a group photo during the event that was held in Kigali on February 19.
Featured

FEATURED: Afretec on steering gender inclusivity in STEM, research field

Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Jordanian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Makram Mustafa Queisi, during an interview in Kigali on Monday February 19 Photos by Christianne Murengerantwari.
Tourism

Jordan Minister of Tourism talks medical, cultural tapestry with Rwanda

Tuesday, February 20, 2024