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 Linda M. Kagire
Linda M. Kagire
A parent reviews school-fee documents and supplies as families face rising costs for tuition, transport, meals and learning materials. AI-generated image.
Education
Parents feel the pinch as back-to-school costs rise
(L-R) Christine Mushimiyimana, Charlotte Mukamurenzi, Epimaque Hakizimana, Dr Etienne Ntabanganyimana. Photo by Elvis Ndateba Mico
Health
The daily challenge of raising a child with Type 1 diabetes
A mother takes care of her new born at Kirehe Hospital. File
Health
Beyond the ‘baby blues’: The hidden struggles of new mothers
A woman works in her vegetables plantation. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Women
The invisible burden behind women’s success
Pregnant women participate in Car Free Day mass sports in Kigali on May 24. Courtesy
Women
When vomiting in pregnancy needs medical attention
An Ambucycle responder heads out to provide emergency care, helping medical professionals reach patients faster. Courtesy.
Health
Ambucycle: Bringing emergency care closer, one motorcycle at a time
Rwandan author and scholar Joy Uwanziga Nzamwita speaks to The New Times during the interview in Kigali. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Rwanda
Rising with Dignity: Writing Rwanda’s values into a changing world
Participants undergo a mass screening of non-communicable diseases during the Car-Free Day mass sports on Sunday, June 1,2025. Courtesy
Wellness
Why more young Rwandans are developing high blood pressure
John Kalisa was recently recognised with a Lifetime Community Service Award in Massachusetts.
People
How life abroad deepened one man's bond with Rwanda
Emma Uwera, founder and managing director of I&J Harvest Limited, a home-grown seed company supplying maize, bean and soybean seeds. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Women
Women-owned businesses rise as focus shifts to scaling up
A man proposes to his girlfriend with an engagement ring during a romantic indoor marriage proposal ceremony.
Society
To kneel or not to kneel? Marriage proposals spark cultural debate
AI-generated illustration depicting four young people engaged in different digital activities: one watching a film with headphones, another playing an online game, a third scrolling through social media, and a fourth browsing online betting websites.
Health
Can a digital detox improve your health?
A group of youths from Kigali City hiking in Rulindo District. Around Kigali, places such as Mount Kigali, the Akabasaza Hiking Trail, Mwendo Hiking Way and the Bumbogo hills have become popular weekend escapes. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Rwanda
PHOTOS: How Rwandans are turning the hills into their weekend escape
Football enthusiasts watch the World Cup final at Zaria Court. Photo by Kellya Keza
Rwanda
What Kigali needs to unlock its full nightlife and entertainment potential
Ismail Sibomana (left) and his colleagues make various carpentry products, including beds, chairs, cupboards and other crafts.
Education
How carpentry gave Iwawa graduates a second chance
Emmanuel Mugisha, aka Clapton Kibonge.
Business
The rise of influencer marketing in Rwanda’s digital economy
Pregnant women participate in Car Free Day, May 24, 2026, Courtesy Photos
Women
Why exercise matters during pregnancy
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Women
Patricia Hajabakiga: One woman’s role in public policy after Liberation

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