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 Shallon Mwiza
Shallon Mwiza
Rwanda recorded 2,555 new HIV infections in 2024, down from 2,922 cases in 2023. File
Health
New HIV infections down 12% amid prevention efforts
A traffic police officer guides motorists at Akabuga ka Nyarutarama junction. Ceaish BAHIZI
Law
Eleven things you need to know about new road traffic bill
Busasamana Primary Court in Nyanza District has sentenced Emmanuel Ntarindwa to 15 years in prison.
Crime
Genocide: Suspect who hid under bed for two decades sentenced
Members of community saving groups during a meeting to collect their contribution. Sam Ngendahimana
Religion
How rural communities keep Christmas rooted in sharing, faith and togetherness
The United States has recalled nearly 30 ambassadors from dozens of countries as part of a wider diplomatic reshuffle under President Donald Trump’s administration.
International
US recalls dozens of ambassadors mainly from Africa
Rwandans living in Poland lay a wreath to pay tribute to victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi at the Kigali Genocide Memorial on Monday, December 22. Courtesy
Rwanda
Rwandans in Poland prioritise historical education back home
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FEATURED VIDEO: Inside Spiro’s drive to build Rwanda’s e-mobility ecosystem through local assembly, mechanic training
Children eat nutritious food at ECDC in Nyamasheke District through “GIKURIRO KURI BOSE” program. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health
Child stunting declines, but govt targets not met
Participants follow the presentation on the newly validated  guide in Kigali on December 16. The new guide is intended for trainers who work with parents and young people in both school and community settings.
Rwanda
New guide set to tackle ‘hard talk’ between parents and adolescents
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva poses for a photo with  the most compliant taxpayers during the 2025 Taxpayer Appreciation Day on December 12. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Economy
RRA rewards best tax payers amid 'strong' start to fiscal year
The writer poses with her new friends, Melody Chikono from Zimbabwe, and Hawa Ba from Mauritania, during the trip in November.
My first work trip to Morocco: A trip filled with culture and connections
Nightlife business operators in Kigali have called on to allow all-night operations for the holidays.
Business
Nightlife businesses urge longer operating hours during festive season
Government officials gather for a group photo during the launch of eKash in Kigali on Friday, December 5. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Technology
Rwanda rolls out system ending fragmented digital payments
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Rwanda
Prof. Geoffrey Rugege remembered as devoted scholar, mentor
At the Rwandex bus stop, the bus departed again for Remera within five minutes.
Infrastructure
First-hand experience of Kigali’s new bus lanes
Sophie Tchatchoua, Managing Director of CANAL+ Rwanda, speaks to journalists during the launch of the new AFCON-dedicated channel in Kigali on 
December 1. Photos: Courtesy
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CANAL+ unveils dedicated AFCON channel
Solange Uwituze speaking during an RBA morning TV programme on March 4. She was appointed on Monday, December 1, as the Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources.
Agriculture
What to know about Solange Uwituze, the new State Minister for Agriculture
Workers at a mining site sift through mineral-rich soil using traditional panning techniques, as machinery operates nearby to support the extraction process. Courtesy 
Business
How African mineral wealth is being siphoned off before discovery

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