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Workers on duty at DUMAC Mining Site in Rwamagana District on March 5. Rwanda’s mining sector currently employs 92,000 people, reflecting strong collaboration between the government, sector professionals, investors, and development partners, according to Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva. File
Economy

Mining sector records over 90,000 jobs

Tuesday, December 02, 2025
People receive services from local government authorities after community work. Rwanda began its decentralisation process in 2000 to improve governance, reduce poverty, and enhance service delivery by transferring authority and resources to local governments. Courtesy

How decentralization and visionary leadership drive progress

Tuesday, December 02, 2025
A view of of Nyabugogo Wetland
Environment

Wetlands restoration drive turns flood zones into eco parks

Tuesday, December 02, 2025
Banque Populaire du Rwanda (BPR Bank) staff pose for a group photo during the Umuganda exercise in Gikomero, Gasabo District, and Nyamirambo, Nyarugenge District, on Saturday, November 29.
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BPR Bank, RTC join residents for Umuganda, plant trees across Nyarugenge, Gasabo districts

Monday, December 01, 2025
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Environment

Five things to know about Rwanda’s $12bn climate action plan

Monday, December 01, 2025
Students lead a march to raise awareness about HIV prevention, carrying a banner encouraging young people to get tested, in Rwamagana District, Eastern Province, on May 8. Courtesy.
Health

Rwanda's fight against HIV/AIDS: A closer look at key gains, gaps

Monday, December 01, 2025
Delegates pose for a group photo during the event where World Vision Rwanda unveiled its new strategy for the fiscal years 2026–2030. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
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World Vision Rwanda unveils 2026–30 strategy to boost welfare of 2.5 million vulnerable children

Monday, December 01, 2025
Martin Mbonu, Chief Executive Officer of ComzAfrica (center, wearing a khaki sweatshirt), poses with his colleagues. Founded in 2010 by three Rwandans, ComzAfrica has grown from addressing airtime distribution challenges to powering digital lending, payments, electricity access, and other essential utilities for millions of Africans. Courtesy
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ComzAfrica marks 15 years of shaping Africa’s digital financial landscape

Monday, December 01, 2025
Rwanda Epic 2025, which kicks off Monday, December 1-5, will attract 85 riders from 16 countries.Photo courtesy
Cycling

Mountain bike: Over 80 riders confirmed for Rwanda Epic 2025

Monday, December 01, 2025
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Agriculture

A look at govt’s six projects to help create 800,000 agrifood jobs

Sunday, November 30, 2025
Stanislas Mbonampeka

Reflecting on Stanislas Mbonampeka, a man of selective integrity

Sunday, November 30, 2025
British High Commissioner to Rwanda, Alison Thorpe, standing alongside the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe, addressing the audience at the event.
Fashion

Rwandan fashion shines at UK King’s Birthday event in Kigali

Saturday, November 29, 2025