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Heads of State pose for a group photo at the headquarters of the African Union in Ethiopia. Courtesy

Mobility on trial: Why Africa must put its house in order

Thursday, January 15, 2026
According to the World Health Organization’s annual report on TB, in 2024, estimated numbers of new cases continue to decline in sub-Saharan Africa, while efforts to detect new cases continue to gain traction.

The future can be bright in the fight against TB

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Revelers at Fresh Year Fresh Riddims Concert at BK Arena on January 3. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Rwanda

Late-night concerts spark debate over child performers

Monday, January 12, 2026
Police officer explains how alcohol test machine operates.
Editorial

Drunk driving: No price is enough for an innocent life

Thursday, January 08, 2026
For many women, contraceptive use depends on timing, medical advice, and agreement with a partner. Courtesy
Women

Why are more married women using modern contraception?

Thursday, January 08, 2026
Some of the best performing girls get their certificates of appreciation during an event in Musanze. File

Rwanda’s gender gains in 2025 must be protected

Wednesday, January 07, 2026
Dr. Thomas Hübl, an international facilitator of collective trauma healing and co-founder of the Global Restoration Institute, during the launch of the initiative in Kigali on Monday, January 5. Courtesy
Editorial

Healing justice requires collective support

Wednesday, January 07, 2026
A resident examines his land title following a boundary dispute with neighbours. Authorities say at least 55,000 land surveying applications need to be processed within two months. Courtesy
Rwanda

Land surveying faces backlog of over 50,000 pending applications

Tuesday, January 06, 2026
Guided by Agaciro, a philosophy of dignity, self-worth, responsibility, and national ownership, Rwandans restored confidence, revived institutions, and reclaimed agency over their future.

Agaciro must evolve into agaciroism

Tuesday, January 06, 2026
The Africa Drone Forum (ADF), the continent’s largest network for drone professionals, is scheduled to take place from September 4 to 5. File
Technology

Six key technology events coming to Kigali in 2026

Monday, January 05, 2026
The introduction of self-sampling for cervical cancer marks a significant step forward in Rwanda’s steady and deliberate fight.
Editorial

Fighting cancer cannot be entirely outsourced

Monday, January 05, 2026
Willy Mugenzi, the former journalist, the author of Cow for Peace, speaks to The New Times in Kigali. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Culture

Ex-journalist shines a light on role of cows in promoting reconciliation in new book

Friday, January 02, 2026