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President Paul Kagame speaks during a panel discussion at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali. The 2026 edition of the high-level gathering is scheduled for May 14–15 in Kigali.
Business

What's on the agenda of Africa CEO Forum?

Sunday, May 03, 2026
Congolese expert Dr Alexis Mvuka during the recording of the inaugural episode of 'The Context' in Kigali.
Rwanda

The New Times launches podcast for deeper conversations beyond headlines

Thursday, April 30, 2026
An artist’s impression of Fortis Green Housing, a $25 million eco-estate that was launched in Masaka Sector, Kicukiro District in Kigali. File
Economy

Real estate, mining investments surge in 2025

Thursday, April 30, 2026
For five decades, ARIPO has worked with its 22 Member States to strengthen and harmonise intellectual property systems across the region. Courtesy

Leveraging intellectual property to elevate Africa’s sports economy

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
The signing ceremony took place in Kigali on Monday, April 27.
Featured

RSSB leads first round of $100m SME fund to spur business growth

Monday, April 27, 2026
L-R: Paul Macdonald, FCILT: Secretary General, CILT International,  MUGABO Patrick, FCILT, CIPC: International Vice President and Chairman of the Africa Forum, CILT International and Jan STEENBERG, FCILT: International President, CILT International. Courtesy
Featured

CILT International elects Patrick Mugabo as Vice President and Chairman of Africa Forum

Monday, April 27, 2026
President Paul Kagame speaks at a panel discussion on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in Kigali on March 20, 2018. Courtesy

What AfCFTA means for entrepreneurs looking to grow beyond borders

Monday, April 27, 2026
Minister of Health, Dr Sabin Nsanzimana, and Ugandan State Minister for Primary Healthcare, ,Margaret Muhanga Mugisa sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on April 22. Courtesy
Health

Rwanda, Uganda sign four cooperation deals in Kampala

Thursday, April 23, 2026
On Monday, AFCM23 spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka reported renewed strikes targeting civilian areas of Mikenke, in Minembwe. Courtesy
Africa

DR Congo: How Minembwe crisis complicates peace efforts

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Officials during the launch a partnership between of Mount Kigali University (MKU) Rwanda and Kenya’s Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). PHOTO JOHN MUCHUCHA/POLL
Featured

Mount Kigali University, JKUAT unveil pioneering partnership in education

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
PFL Africa General Manager Elias Schulze (right) says the league has big ambitions to spotlight African fighters to the world of MMA. Courtesy
Other Sports

PFL Africa GM on Kigali reflections, maiden Nigeria showdown

Monday, April 20, 2026
Minister of Education Joseph Nsengimana, delivering remarks during the official launch of the Centre for Genocide and Conflict Studies (CGCS), highlighted expectations for the Centre to advance rigorous, globally relevant research on genocide and conflict prevention; serve as a platform for dialogue across disciplines, institutions, and borders; contribute to curriculum development that embeds peace education and critical thinking at all levels; and engage directly with communities to translate knowledge into meaningful societal impact.
Rwanda

Inside Rwanda’s new genocide and conflict studies centre

Saturday, April 18, 2026