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Victor Rukotana and his backup singers during a past show. The singer promises traditional music fans mesmerizing performances. Courtesy photo
Music
Victor Rukotana on his rescheduled show and why he had to put safety first
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Vincent Mwiseneza quit his lucrative job to venture into farming, and urges the youth to see the opportunities in agriculture. Courtesy photos.
Agriculture
From farm to table: Agriprenuer on how improved seeds can revolutionise food security
Monday, September 18, 2023
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Environment
New Ellen DeGeneres documentary on conservation work in Rwanda to air this month
Sunday, September 17, 2023
Traditional singer Victor Rukotona. Photo: Courtesy
Music
Victor Rukotana on the difficult journey in the music industry, staying true to cultural roots
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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People
From rebel fighter to pastor and mentor: Alain Numa's multifaceted life story
Monday, September 11, 2023
A fire erupted at L'Espace, a creative lab, private theatre, and production studio located in Kacyiru, Gasabo District, Kigali, on Wednesday, September 6. Courtesy
Rwanda
“We’ve lost a home for art”: Creatives in despair following L’Espace fire
Friday, September 08, 2023
The 58-year-old Marie Goretti Uzabakiriho during her job of cleaning streets in Kigali at Gishushu. Photos by Willy Mucyo
People
From countryside to city: A street cleaner’s journey and rigour in blue-collar work
Monday, August 21, 2023
(LEFT) President Paul Kagame meets with Wendy Waeni at Village Urugwiro in Kigali on September 10, 2016. (RIGHT) Wendy Waeni in 2023.
Tourism
Remember the little girl with Kagame? Wendy on why you should visit Rwanda
Friday, August 11, 2023
The Giants of Africa Festival will kick off with an opening ceremony celebration at BK Arena this Sunday, from 4-6 p.m, honouring the 250-participating youth from the 16 different African countries. Courtesy
Music
A sneak peek into the Giants of Africa Festival
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Jean Paul Ndayishimiye, (left), who is renowned for defying odds, says saving gives a person the discipline and focus to achieve their goals. Photos courtesy.
Business
From a moto rider to successful businessman; Ndayishimiye’s story of resilience
Thursday, August 10, 2023
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Agriculture
From labour ward to the farm: Dr Nyirinkwaya’s retirement journey
Tuesday, August 08, 2023
Deepti Mathew, the CEO of Street Business School during an interview on July 21. Photo by Willy Mucyo
Women
Mathew Deepti on mission to create ‘street-smart’ women entrepreneurs in Rwanda
Monday, August 07, 2023
Uwera shows off some of her produce. All photos: Courtesy.
Agriculture
Office or farm? Agronomist Uwera on fulfilment that comes with doing what you love
Friday, July 28, 2023
Mukarubega encourages other women and girls to take full advantage of the opportunities the government offers, and investment in greater and more diverse ideas that can lead to development of their communities and country. PHOTO BY CHRISTIANNE MURENGERANTWARI
Women
From informal tea vendor to university proprietor: Mukarubega’s story
Friday, July 21, 2023
Isaro, who is the brains behind Norrsken’s new project, said her task is to oversee the construction and to ensure that the state-of-the-art four storey office building turns out as expected. PHOTOS BY WILLY MUCYO.
Women
Women and architecture: Meet the young creative force reshaping the future of design
Monday, July 17, 2023
(Left) Amina Uwikuzo, while doing her homework, at the same time selling fruits on the street in 2022 (Courtesy). (Right) Uwikuzo inside the computer lab at Rwamagana Leaders’ School in Rwamagana District, the school that has given her a free scholarship after reading her story. Photo by Christianne Murengerantwari
Education
VIDEO: One year later, former fruit vendor Uwikuzo revels in her life-changing academic journey
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Former Sports View Hotel was among the first buildings that changed the face of Migina. PHOTOS BY CHRISTIANNE MURENGERANTWARI
Business
From ‘red-light’ shantytown to booming business hub: The changing face of ‘Migina’
Sunday, July 09, 2023
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Women
Entrepreneur on finding niche, empowering women, and the potential of recycling in farming
Thursday, July 06, 2023

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