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The Ministry of Emergency Management (MINEMA) has said 1,622 households located in disaster-risk hotspots need to relocate urgently before heavy rainfall.
Environment

Rainy season: Over 1,600 households asked to relocate

Thursday, March 27, 2025
The Rwandan government, on March 24, launched a project to construct 215 kilometres of tarmac roads that will improve internal connectivity. File
Infrastructure

Govt unveils Rwf360bn project to construct 215km of tarmac roads

Monday, March 24, 2025
For the 2024-25 period, SKOL Brewery Ltd has covered health insurance costs for 777 people, reinforcing its mission to improve access to healthcare. Courtesy
Featured

FEATURED: SKOL Brewery officially hands over 2024-25 Mutuelle de Santé to Nzove community

Tuesday, March 25, 2025
'Bigereho na BK' campaign, is an initiative designed to empower individuals, businesses, and farmers with financial solutions that drive real growth. Courtesy
Featured

Bank of Kigali launches 'Bigereho na BK' to empower customers to reach their financial goals

Monday, March 24, 2025
Boosting soil health with cover crops. These vital components of conservation agriculture improve nutrient levels and water retention, leading to healthier, more productive lands. (Photo: RICA).

Key to preserving Rwanda’s food security lies in the soil

Monday, March 24, 2025
Farmers try to salvage their rice plantation that was damaged by floods in Nyagatare in 2022. File
Environment

Can a disaster insurance fund transform Rwanda's recovery efforts?

Thursday, March 20, 2025
Officials from UNICEF Rwanda, and the embassy of Japan, launch a $1.35 million project on Monday, March 17. PHOTOS BY CRAISH BAHIZI
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FEATURED: UNICEF Rwanda, Japan launch $1.35m project for disaster-affected communities

Monday, March 17, 2025
Rwandan oral history recounts that during and after the reign of Kizira, the father of Muntu, the population of Mazinga (now part of Akagera National Park) suffered catastrophic floods and disease outbreaks. 

Shared Ancestral: Is Rwandan Muntu the same as Ugandan Kintu?

Monday, March 17, 2025
Panelists engage in a discussion at a two-day consultative workshop with local government stakeholders on March 11. Photos by Dann Gatsinzi
Environment

Local government consulted to shape Rwanda’s climate action pledges

Thursday, March 13, 2025
Deaf rights organizations call for more inclusive disaster communication strategies to ensure deaf persons receive life-saving information when it matters most. COURTESY
Health

Deaf rights activists call for inclusive disaster preparedness during natural crises

Saturday, March 08, 2025
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Infrastructure

Rubavu: Nearly 1,000 disaster-affected families to get new homes

Friday, February 28, 2025
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Art

Signs of change: Art exhibition portrays challenges of deaf people during natural disasters

Monday, February 24, 2025