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Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Emmanuel Ntirenganya
Christophe Nshimiyimana, a 45-year-old from Kayonza District, was awarded a brand-new car worth Rwf17 million after winning in TengaPromo. Courtesy
Featured
EBM receipt habit pays off as Kayonza resident wins Rwf17m car in TengaPromo
Monday, March 30, 2026
I&M Bank headquarters in Nyarugenge District.
Featured
I&M Bank Rwanda records 24% net profit rise, assets reach Rwf1.1 trillion in 2025
Friday, March 27, 2026
Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Spokesperson Brig Gen Ronald Rwivanga said the construction of the university is already underway in Bumbogo, Gasabo District in Kigali. Courtesy
Security
RDF spokesperson outlines plan for National Defence University
Friday, March 20, 2026
President Paul Kagame, Commander-in-Chief of the Rwanda Defence Force, alongside Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Mubarakh Muganga and Maj. Gen. Denis Rutaha, Commandant of the Gabiro Combat Training Centre, follow a military combat presentation during the pass-out ceremony for career courses at the training centre in Gatsibo District on August 25, 2025.   Photo by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda
What to know as parliament approves National Defence University
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Some of the layer chickens at Gikomero Poultry Farm in Gasabo District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.
Agriculture
Rwanda’s poultry boom: How can momentum be sustained?
Thursday, March 05, 2026
Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA), in partnership with QT Global Software Ltd and AMBI Tech Ltd, on February 22, announced a nationwide disbursement of Q4 2025 VAT rewards under the TENGAMARA na TVA programme. File
Featured
TENGAMARA delivers: Thousands receive VAT rewards in Q4 2025 payout
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Students carry out a laboratory experiment at the University of Rwanda (courtesy).
Featured
Featured: Why international accreditation of UR’s 12 postgraduate programmes matters
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Emma Uwera, a seed entrepreneur and plant breeder, works in her maize plantation in Rwamagana District on January 22. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Crime
Fake seeds dealers could face jail term under new bill
Monday, February 09, 2026
NIDA Director General Josephine Mukesha (R) gets photographed during digital ID enrolment at Rugando cell office in Kimihurura, Kigali on Feb 7
Technology
Digital ID: Nearly 1.5m enrolled, registration reaches Kigali
Saturday, February 07, 2026
Potato farmers inspect their crops in Gataraga Sector, Musanze District. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana
Agriculture
New law to end ‘anyone can be a farmer’ approach, professionalise sector
Saturday, February 07, 2026
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has warned the public against using banknotes for decorative and celebratory purposes. Courtesy
Crime
BNR flags money bouquets as illegal
Friday, February 06, 2026
A view of Nasho solar-powered irrigation scheme in Kirehe District. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, more than 74,000 hectares of land are currently irrigated, against a target of over 132,000 hectares by 2029. File
Politics
How Umushyikirano drives accountability and delivers impact
Friday, February 06, 2026
A view Vision City in Gasabo District. RSSB has announced the launch of a fund that will begin with an initial capital of $30 million, with plans to gradually expand it to $100 million or more. File
Business
RSSB set to launch $30m SME fund this month
Tuesday, February 03, 2026
RSSB CEO, Regis Rugemanshuro delivers his remarks during the 30th Africa Social Security Association Governing Council. He underscored the importance of African-led solutions to strengthen social security systems. Courtesy
Featured
Featured: RSSB deepens focus on member benefits as Africa’s pension funds unite
Tuesday, February 03, 2026
Members of Twisungane Cooperative work in the potato plantation in Muko Sector in Musanze District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Economy
What proposed EjoHeza reforms mean for informal workers
Saturday, January 31, 2026
RSSB CEO Regis Rugemanshuro speaks during an Ejo Heza awareness campaign in Musanze District in 2022. File
Law
EjoHeza saving scheme: What changes are proposed in new draft law?
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa speaks to members of parliamentary committee on Tuesday, January 27. Courtesy
Rwanda
MPs call for workers’ seats on RSSB board
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Vehicles at Gishushu junction in Kigali. About 10,000 pending vehicle ownership transfers at the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) are facing complications ranging from missing documentation to hard-to-trace sellers. Sam
Law
RRA flags over 10,000 problematic vehicle ownership transfers 
Thursday, January 29, 2026

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