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Alice Umutesi

Alice Umutesi

Names of the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi at Murambi Genocide Memorial in Nyamagabe District. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Experts on why genocide ideology continues to spread abroad

Tuesday, April 07, 2026

Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva addresses journalists during a news conference on Friday, March 3. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Rwandans must keep fighting genocide ideology, says PM Nsengiyumva

Friday, April 03, 2026

Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva briefs the media on Friday, April 3. PM spoke about Rwanda’s current economic situation, the impact of the Middle East conflict, and the measures being taken to address and mitigate the effects of global shocks. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi

PM: Rwanda 'not rushing into stringent measures' amid Middle East war

Friday, April 03, 2026

Bank of Kigali CEO Diane Karusisi and BK Group CEO Uzziel Ndagijimana during a press conference. BK Group has reported a strong financial performance for 2025, posting a net profit of Rwf110.1 billion.

BK Group delivers strong double-digit profit growth as asset base reaches new milestone

Friday, April 03, 2026

IMF team representative Albert Touna Mama during a press conference in Kigali on Thursday, April 2. Kellya Keza.

IMF cuts Rwanda’s growth forecast to 6.8% amid Middle East conflict

Thursday, April 02, 2026

(L-R) IMF team representative Albert Touna Mama, Finance Minister Yusuf Murangwa and Central Bank Governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye during a press conference on Thursday, April 2. Photos by Kellya Keza

IMF agrees $250m support to help Rwanda handle economic shocks

Thursday, April 02, 2026

The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has begun withdrawing several older bank note series from circulation following a presidential order issued on February 27. File

Why central bank is retiring old bank notes

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

President Paul Kagame greets members of the Muslim Community during an engagement dubbed "Meet The President" held at BK Arena on Wednesday, March 26. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi

PHOTOS: Kagame pledges to fast-track stalled Muslim community projects

Thursday, March 26, 2026

President Paul Kagame delivers his remarks during the meeting with Muslims on March 25. Courtesy

Kagame: Religious oversight aims to curb exploitation, not suppress faith

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has announced that several old bank notes will cease to be legal tender within the next 12 months.

Old bank notes to be phased out within a year

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

A panel discussion during the sixth Youth League congress of the ruling RPF-Inkotanyi on Sunday, March 22. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Youth urged to preserve Kinyarwanda, uphold culture

Monday, March 23, 2026

Graduates of the programme hand over a gift of gratitude to Executive Director of Women for Women Rwanda, Berna Rusagara and Board Chairperson Chantal Marie Ingabire at the event.

The face of transformation: Inside Women for Women Rwanda’s gala ‘Discover Her’

Monday, March 23, 2026

The Secretary General of RPF-Inkotanyi, Amb Christophe Bazivamo addresses youth during the sixth congress of the RPF Youth League on Sunday, March 22, at the party headquarters in Rusororo. Dan Gatsinzi

RPF youth cadres challenged to use social media responsibly

Sunday, March 22, 2026

The Secretary General of RPF-Inkotanyi, Amb Christophe Bazivamo, and Consolee Uwimana pose for a photo with the newly elected leadership.

RPF Youth League elects new committee members

Sunday, March 22, 2026

First Lady Jeannette Kagame and RPF-Inkotanyi Secretary General Christophe Bazivamo and Consolee Uwimana pose for a photo with the newly elected leadership, on Saturday, March 21. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza

RPF Women’s League elects new leaders to drive party priorities

Saturday, March 21, 2026

First Lady Jeannette Kagame. PHOTOS BY OLIVIER MUGWIZA

National development begins at home, says First Lady

Saturday, March 21, 2026

The National Bank of Rwanda Governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye presenting economic and financial sector updates for the year ended December 2025 on Thursday, March 19. Dan Gatsinzi

US-Israel war on Iran yet to affect fuel prices - BNR

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Rwanda Central Bank Governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye presenting economic and financial sector updates for the year ended December 2025 on Thursday, March 19. Dan Gatsinzi

Central Bank governor flags potential rise in inflation

Thursday, March 19, 2026