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Preparing potatoes differently, such as boiling, baking, or mashing, does not substantially increase the risk. Courtesy
Health

What's the best way to cook potatoes after study links fried chips to diabetes

Sunday, August 24, 2025
Actor and comedian Gratian Niyitegeka during an interview with The New Times.
Cinema

How ‘Papa Sava’ creator has kept his storytelling alive for three decades

Thursday, August 21, 2025
Mayor Prosper Mulindwa speaks to the media on the issue of "ghost" and "dormant NGOs" in Rubavu District, warning that funds are for the people of Rubavu and Rwandans not for personal interests. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana.
Rwanda

Rubavu mayor urges NGOs to focus on citizen welfare, cut wasteful spending

Thursday, August 14, 2025
Prime Minister, Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva has been summoned by senators to explain new strategies to be used to reduce wood fuel use. Courtesy
Environment

Senators summon Prime Minister over missed clean cooking targets

Monday, August 04, 2025
Mouth breathing, particularly during sleep, may silently affect health. Experts associate it with reduced oxygen intake, dehydration, fatigue, and lower brain function. Internet Photo.
Health

Breathing through the mouth is bad for your health: Here is what experts know

Sunday, July 27, 2025
Officials from Rwanda's Biomedical Centre and participants posed for a group photo during the event held in Kigali on Friday, July 25.
Health

Rwanda unveils Rwf7bn initiative to boost health systems

Friday, July 25, 2025
Medical experts warn that prolonged sitting, common in desk and driving jobs, increases the risk of serious health issues like heart disease and diabetes.
Health

Prolonged sitting raises risk of chronic diseases, experts warn

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Washing fruits and vegetables does not remove all pesticides, according to scientists.

Pesticides in our food: The silent danger washing can’t remove

Saturday, July 19, 2025
Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority staff showcase the Integrated Regulatory Information Management System (IRIMS) to the first group of Rwanda’s business community. Courtesy photo
Health

Rwanda FDA says new digital system to curb delays in regulatory work

Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Children at Kigali Public Library during the holiday
Education

From nature to tech: Exciting summer opportunities for Rwanda’s young learners

Monday, July 07, 2025
Dr. Yvan Butera, the Minister of State for Health addresses senators on mental health situation in Rwanda
Health

From one psychiatrist in 1995, Rwanda's mental healthcare comes of age

Sunday, July 06, 2025
During the liberation war, the RPF used to emulate the Amilcar Cabral model in which leaders and cadres learnt how to truly fulfil their role in the liberation struggle.

How ideological clarity secured Rwanda’s liberation victory

Friday, July 04, 2025