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Michel Nkurunziza

Michel Nkurunziza

A flooded Nyabugogo marshland in Kigali. Rwanda will use the funds to restore the lower Nyabarongo River watershed to reduce flood risk, landslides, and soil erosion. Sam Ngendahimana

New project seeks to avert dangers posed by Nyabarongo River

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Residents plant a tree at Nyandungu Eco-Park in Kigali. As Rwanda seeks to plant 65 million trees, restoring urban forests is among the priorities. Photo: Olivier Mugwiza.

Inside govt efforts to restore urban forests

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Some of dozens of houses affected by winds in Kirehe’s Mpanga Sector on October 26. Courtesy

Govt pledges support to disaster hit communities in Kirehe

Monday, October 28, 2024

Rwanda National Police officers train City of Kigali workers who to fight against fire outbreak. File

Govt orders employers to set safety committees to curb occupational hazards

Sunday, October 27, 2024

Officials pose for a group photo during the Young CEOs' Brunch meeting on Thursday, October 24. Photos by Craish Bahizi

FEATURED: Youth financial inclusion soars to 94%: Key insights from AFR report

Saturday, October 26, 2024

Lightning killed three children in Bumbogo Sector of Gasabo District, on the evening of October 24.

Lightning, landslide kill 5 children in Kigali

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Director-General of WHO Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and other officials during the a guided tour the ongoing construction activities of BioNTech’s mRNA vaccine plant in Kigali on October 18. Courtesy

BioNTech vaccine plant in Kigali to be powered by 5.1 MW solar plant

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Officials cut ribbon during the handover of new electric buses that were imported by RITCO, in Kigali on October 18. Courtesy

Green transport investors' ambitions after launch of $7bn climate financing strategy

Thursday, October 24, 2024

A view of a segment of the artist's impression of Green City Kigali Project. Courtesy

Kigali Green City Project secures Rw38bn funding

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

A nursery tree in Bugesera District. Ten districts are set to receive a substantial share of the 65 million trees to be planted across Rwanda this October. File

Top 10 districts set to benefit from 65m reforestation drive

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Farmers cultivate cassava in Rulindo District. Farmers without irrigation capabilities are adopting short-cycle and climate resilient crops. Courtesy

Farmers shift to short-cycle crops amidst minimal rains

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

A farmer inspects her sweet potatoes. Farmers without irrigation capabilities are adopting short-cycle and climate resilient crops such as sweet potatoes, beans, and cassava.

Farmers look to resilient crops as poor rains threaten harvests

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Journalists cover a press briefing on Marburg situation in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Eight facts about Rwanda media financial status

Sunday, October 20, 2024

Residents undergo Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) screening exercise during Kigali car free day. Craish Bahizi

Global NCDs week: Five ways to prevent lifestyle diseases

Friday, October 18, 2024

Residents plant bamboo trees near Rugunga drainage. File

Kigali: Three million tree planting drive targets residential, recreational zones

Thursday, October 17, 2024

The City of Kigali has directed residents to use alternative burial sites following the closure of Nyamirambo cemetery in Nyarugenge District. Photos by Craish Bahizi

What next after closure of Nyamirambo cemetery?

Thursday, October 17, 2024

A view of Burera Beach Resort on the shores of Lake Burera. PHOTO BY ERIC BRIGHT KAYOMBAYIRE

Investors look to exploit Rwanda’s popular twin lakes

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

EAC heads of state have set an ambitious target to increase intra-EAC trade from 15 per cent to 40 per cent by 2030. Courtesy

Rwanda, EAC vow to promote trade ties

Wednesday, October 16, 2024