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Liliane Ingabire Ntwali, the founder of Ling Pads, a local firm that produces approximately 100,000 packs every six months in Rwanda. Courtesy
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[Featured] Ingabire’s Ling Pads: turning personal pain into menstrual innovation

Monday, March 02, 2026
Vivens Uwizeyimana, the founder of Umurava, was among the finalists in Hanga Pitchfest 2023.
Technology

Can digital jobs deliver Rwanda’s employment ambitions?

Monday, March 02, 2026
Rwanda Fertilizer Company (RFC) recognized outstanding agrodealers for their strong performance, innovation, and commitment to serving farming communitiesat RFC’s blending facility in the Bugesera Special Economic Zone, on February 27, 2026. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED: Rwanda Fertilizer Company rewards top agrodealers driving distribution of customised fertilisers

Sunday, March 01, 2026
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) displays illegal alcohol seized in Kigali on October 22. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

The role of chemistry and toxicology in national security

Saturday, February 28, 2026
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Surgical education in Rwanda: From an academic standpoint

Saturday, February 28, 2026
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Building resilient and inclusive health systems for rare diseases in Africa

Saturday, February 28, 2026
The e-Franc is designed as a retail CBDC, meaning it would be accessible to the general public for everyday transactions such as sending money, paying merchants or settling bills.
Economy

Proposed central bank digital currency moves to pilot phase

Friday, February 27, 2026
The National Bank of Rwanda’s five-month proof of concept (PoC) for the proposed e-Franc Rwandais suggests that a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) is technically feasible. Sam Ngendahimana
Editorial

A digital franc holds promise, but users will determine success 

Friday, February 27, 2026
Ntare Louisenlund School's campus in Nyamata Sector, Bugesera District. Courtesy
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Featured: Ntare Louisenlund School opens its doors for Discovery Day 2026

Thursday, February 26, 2026
A mother holds her newborn at Butaro Hospital in Burera District. Photo by Kellya Keza

Mutuelle de Santé: Celebrating the foundation of socio-economic development

Thursday, February 26, 2026
Bruce Melodie speaks during a panel discussion at the 20th National Dialogue Council in Kigali on Friday, February 6. Courtesy

Five ways you can make money on social media

Thursday, February 26, 2026
Dar es Salaam Port in Tanzania, a key hub along shipping lanes that connect Asia to Europe.

Africa and the new world order: Actor or arena? 

Thursday, February 26, 2026