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Some new houses that were given to the Genocide survivors in Ruhango District in 2021. The government has unveiled plans to construct 296 new houses for vulnerable survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. file
Editorial

We owe it to survivors to ensure dignified lives

Thursday, November 13, 2025
Maser Foundation treats every project like a crafted experience -- whether building classrooms, supporting healthcare access, or distributing learning materials. Courtesy photo

Africa’s power of purpose: 10 foundations to watch in 2026

Friday, November 07, 2025
The New Times

PHOTOS: Sherrie Silver’s Gala brings together Africa’s creative elite for a cause

Sunday, November 02, 2025
Dorothée Uwimana, chairperson of Rwanda Pensioners' Association, speaks to journalists after a joint press conference with Rwanda Social Security Board in Kigali. Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Health

Retirees call for urgent reforms in pension, healthcare systems

Monday, October 27, 2025
(L-R) Senators Evode Uwizeyimana, Valentine Uwamariya, and Alphonse Nkubana take the oath of office during the swearing-in ceremony held in Kigali on Friday, October 24.
Politics

We will not disappoint, say new senators

Saturday, October 25, 2025
Brig Gen Ronald Rwivanga, spokesperson for the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF), during the Land Forces Commanders Symposium in Kigali on Tuesday, October 21. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Security

Five key takeaways from Land Forces Commander Symposium

Friday, October 24, 2025
The Minister of Public Service and Labour, Christine Nkulikiyinka, speaks to journalists about the need for social security legislation reforms, on October 20, 2025, at parliamentary buildings (Emmanuel Ntirenganya)
Health

Pension, maternity leave, medical insurance laws set for review

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Senators, Andre Twahirwa, Evode Uwizeyimana, Jean Pierre Dusingizemungu and Epiphanie Kanziza.
Rwanda

How does the Head of State appoint senators?

Monday, October 20, 2025
The Senate Committee on Social Affairs, meets with the Minister of Public Service and Labour, Christine Nkulikiyinka, to assess efforts to improve the welfare of the elderly.  Courtesy
Rwanda

Senators push private medical insurers to cover pensioners

Monday, October 20, 2025
RCS Commissioner General Evariste Murenzi (left), Binta Mansary, Registrar of the Residual Special Court for Sierra Leone, and other officials pose for a photo on Wednesday, October 15. Courtesy of RCS.
Rwanda

Rwanda Correctional Service hosts UN court registrar for Sierra Leone

Thursday, October 16, 2025
Frank Habineza and Alphonse Nkubana have been nominated for senatorial seats by the National Consultative Forum of Political Organizations (NFPO). Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Politics

Politicians Habineza, Nkubana nominated for Senate

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Josephine Murebwayire, a pioneer of the Association of Widows of the Genocide against the Tutsi (AVEGA Agahozo) passed away on October 5, at the age of 72. Courtesy
Women

Josephine Murebwayire: A light after darkness, a legacy of healing

Saturday, October 11, 2025