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Craig Girdlestone and Professor Judith Evans of London South Bank University at the two-day event held under the theme “Catalysing Green Investment in Africa The UK–Rwanda Climate Partnership.”

PICTORIAL: Rwanda, UK climate talks spotlight cooling solutions and green investment

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Minister Arakwiye greets officials at the UK–Rwanda Climate Partnership Conference aimed at unlocking green finance and scaling climate innovation in Africa, in Kigali on Tuesday, March 24. Photos by Craish Bahizi

PICTORIAL: Rwanda, UK climate experts discuss how to unlock green finance

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

RDF Chief of Defence Staff Gen Mubarakh Muganga interacts with Rwanda Investigation Bureau Secretary General Col. (Rtd) Pacifique Kayigamba Kabanda at Gako in Bugesera District on Monday, March 23. Courtesy

THROUGH THE LENS: Hundreds attend local and central government meeting in Gako

Monday, March 23, 2026

Deputy Speaker of Parliament Sheikh Mussa Fasil Harerimana greets Deputy Ombudsman Abbas Mukama as RDF Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga (2nd Right), looks on during the prayer on Eid al-Fitr at Kigali Pele Stadium on Friday, March 20. All Photos by Craish Bahizi

PICTORIAL: How Eid al-Fitr celebrations unfolded in Kigali

Friday, March 20, 2026

First Lady Jeannette Kagame joins women and residents during Kigali Car Free Day mass sports on Sunday, March 8, as Rwanda marks International Women’s Day under the theme “Empowered Women, Stronger Nation.” Courtesy

PICTORIAL: First Lady joins Car Free Day to celebrate Women’s Day

Sunday, March 08, 2026

President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame during the diplomatic dinner at Kigali Convention Centre on Friday, March 6. Photo by Village Urugwiro

PICTORIAL: Kagame, First Lady host diplomatic dinner

Saturday, March 07, 2026

President Kagame greets children during Kigali Car Free Day mass sports on Sunday, February 22. Photos by Village Urugwiro

Pictorial: Kagame, First Lady join Kigali residents for Car Free Day

Sunday, February 22, 2026

President Paul Kagame and Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva follow a panel discussion at the 20th edition of Umushyikirano at Kigali Convention Centre on Friday, February 6.

PICTORIAL: How Umushyikirano Day 2 unfolded

Friday, February 06, 2026

Former Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente and Ines Mpambara, Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister share a light moment at the opening of Umushyikirano 2026, at KCC on Thursday, February 5. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza

Day 1: Umushyikirano 2026 in pictures

Thursday, February 05, 2026

President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame pay tribute to the national heroes at the National Heroes’ Mausoleum in Remera, on Sunday February 1. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza

PICTORIAL: President Kagame, First Lady honour national heroes

Sunday, February 01, 2026

AFC/M23 rebels seen in Goma in February after capturing the city on January 27, 2025. Courtesy

Pictures taken in AFC/M23-held Goma, other areas

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Some described 2025 as a year marked by victories, worries, laughter, and tears, explaining that while some prayers were answered, others are still unanswered.

PICTORIAL: Believers usher in the New Year in prayer and praise

Thursday, January 01, 2026

Thousands of Kigali residents turned up in large numbers last night to welcome the New Year at Kigali Car Free Zone. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

THROUGH THE LENS: Spectacular fireworks light up Rwanda’s skyline to usher in 2026

Thursday, January 01, 2026

Rwanda’s renowned gospel minstrel Israel Mbonyi once again lifted his voice, blessing the audience through the fourth edition of the Icyambu Live Concert on Christmas Day, at BK Arena. All photos by Kellya Keza

PICTORIAL: How Israel Mbonyi’s Icyambu season four is one for the books

Friday, December 26, 2025

Believers during a prayer at Zion Temple Celebration Centre Gatenga

PICTORIAL: Scenes from Christmas celebrations in churches in Kigali

Friday, December 26, 2025

A new look of the newly revamped Kigali Convention Centre public square in Kimihurura on Wednesday, December 24. According to City of Kigali officials, the space, formerly the KBC roundabout, will host a 10-day line-up of entertainment activities during the festive season. Photo by Craish Bahizi

PICTORIAL: KCC public square adds sparkle to Kigali’s festive season

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Kigali residents visit a decorated Kigali main roundabout ahead of the festive season. Photos by Craish BAHIZI

IN PICTURES: How festive lights illuminate Kigali’s streets and public spaces

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Two artificial ponds under construction at Gikondo Wetland, the former Gikondo industrial park in Kigali. Upon completion, a total of 12 artificial ponds will be created across the five wetland sites — five in Kibumba, four in Gikondo, one in Rugenge-Rwintare, and two in Rwampara. Courtesy

THROUGH THE LENS: How once-degraded wetlands are turning into recreational city spaces

Tuesday, October 28, 2025