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A Gorilla Story Told by David Attenborough (right). courtesy

Documentary on Rwanda’s gorilla conservation premieres on Netflix

Saturday, April 18, 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
South Sudanese student and content creator Tonny John aka Tonny Mugisha (centre) pays tribute to Genocide victims, along with his friends. Courtesy.
Kwibuka

Foreign students reflect on lessons learned during Kwibuka 32

Saturday, April 18, 2026
The New Times

MY 2 CENTS: My top pick in the world this week

Saturday, April 18, 2026
The Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) announced on Friday that it has penalised nearly 100 public transport operators for overcharging passengers. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Rwanda

Nearly 100 transport operators penalised for hiking fares

Saturday, April 18, 2026
A child watches a video on a smartphone. Digital technology - smartphones, tablets, social media, streaming platforms, and video games - has fundamentally altered childhood experiences. File

Digital childhood, diminished focus: A threat to human capital

Friday, April 17, 2026
GVA Rwanda CEO Aime Abizera addresses journalists on Wednesday, March 4. Photos by Kellya
Technology

CanalBox internet disruption traced to regional fibre fault

Friday, April 17, 2026
US President Donald Trump.
International

US to retrieve “nuclear dust” from Iran – Trump

Friday, April 17, 2026
US President Donald Trump has shared Iran’s message that the Strait of Hormuz is open, after Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also posted on X on April 17. Courtesy
International

Strait of Hormuz is open, Trump and Iran declare

Friday, April 17, 2026
AI-powered track 'Let Me Be' is has propeled France-based Rwandan artiste Elvin Cena into global spotlight. courtesy
Music

AI-powered track propels Rwandan artiste into global spotlight

Friday, April 17, 2026
Abebe Selassie, Director of the African Department at the IMF. Courtesy
Economy

IMF downgrades Africa’s economic outlook for 2026 amid Middle East war 

Thursday, April 16, 2026
A bride and groom during a wedding ceremony. Reports indicate that a total of 4,479 divorces were registered in 2025, of which 2,629 were legally granted by courts. Internet.
Law

Four in ten couples split before a decade, new data shows

Friday, April 17, 2026