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By reframing connectivity as a basic economic right rather than a luxury, Africa’s telecom industry is betting on inclusion as its most powerful form of innovation.
Technology

Telcos push for tax cuts to make smartphones affordable, boost digital inclusion

Thursday, October 23, 2025
Dr. Menghis Bairu (L) is President & CEO of biotech company Bio Usawa, whereas Prof. Wanjiku Mathenge (R) is a renowned ophthalmologist in Africa.

Rwanda’s approval of first eye care biosimilar offers hope for millions

Thursday, October 23, 2025
Arizona State University’s first cohort of students begins the hybrid program at Kepler College in Kigali. Additional scholarships are available, with applications closing November 2. COURTESY.
Education

Top scholarships, fellowships open to Rwandans in 2026

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Chief Ombudsman Madeleine Nirere presents the report to Members of Parliament a a joint plenary sitting. Courtesy
Rwanda

Complaints filed to Ombudsman’s Office rose by 45% this year

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Vendors inside a potato store in Nyabisindu, Remera in Gasabo District. The government says it has lifted fixed prices for agricultural produce. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Agriculture

Why Rwanda ended price controls on farm produce

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Ambassador Urujeni Bakuramutsa, delivers Rwanda’s statement at the 16th Session of the UNCTAD Ministerial Conference , in Geneva, on Tuesday, October 21. Courtesy
Rwanda

Rwanda urges inclusive digitisation to bridge global trade, internet divide

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Andrew Mold, Director of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) in Eastern Africa, explained key factors behind the region’s unexpected resilience. Courtesy of UNECA.
Economy

Weakening dollar, strong exports drive eastern Africa’s trade resilience – UNECA

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Dominique Habimana, Minister of Local Government gives a cow to a resident through Girinka Programme in Musanze on Friday, August 1. Courtesy

Ending poverty in Rwanda: What must be done next?

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Players during the game. FERWABA has an opportunity to take a visionary leadership role by designing a salary cap system suited to Rwanda’s unique basketball landscape.
Basketball

Why FERWABA must introduce salary caps to protect competitiveness of the league

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
The three-day Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali 2025 will kick off on Tuesday, October 21. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Technology

AI, fintech take centre stage as Kigali hosts major connectivity summit

Monday, October 20, 2025
A visitor enjoys the calm beauty of Nyandungu Wetland, part of Rwanda’s green vision.
Environment

How Nyandungu is leading Rwanda’s long-term vision to use green spaces for health and well-being

Monday, October 20, 2025
The Minister of Trade and Industry Prudence Sebahizi and Thibault Relecom, owner of SKOL Brewery during a guided tour of the firm on Friday, October 17. Courtesy
Featured

Featured: SKOL to invest over $25m in brewery expansion

Sunday, October 19, 2025