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A scene of an accident at Muhanga-Kigali road in Kamonyi District in 2022. File

Rising repair costs, claims push insurers to review motor premiums

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Umukunzi works in her mushroom farm. She started mushroom project in 2018

Rural women cash in on mushroom farming, organic fertiliser

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Michael Larbie, Group Executive for Corporate and Investment Banking at Ecobank, and representative of the Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) during the signing ceremony in China. Courtesy

Ecobank Group and CIPS partner to facilitate Africa-China trade payments

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Healthcare providers, law enforcement, local leaders, and community advocates gathered for a group photo after an impactful discussion focused on
harm reduction for people who use drugs. PHOTO/COURTESY.

Harm reduction can close critical gaps in healthcare for people who use drugs

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

East African lawmakers are calling for coordinated action to improve the diagnosis and treatment of haemophilia

EAC lawmakers seek better access to haemophilia treatment

Monday, October 12, 2026

Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila (c) with other officials during the launch of a new politico-military movement called the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN), in Goma on Monday, October 12. Courtesy

DR Congo: Kabila leads new movement with ex-AFC/M23 leaders as deputies

Monday, October 12, 2026

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Bugesera correctional facility closed

Monday, October 12, 2026

The advanced sensors are installed across the volcanic region as part of the Volcanoes Community Resilience Project (VCRP). Photos by Gemain Nsanzimana

Rubavu: Enhanced early warning system deployed to mitigate flood risks

Monday, October 12, 2026

A fire gutted GOICO Plaza, the main market in the city, causing extensive damage on Saturday, October 10. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana

Insurers pledge faster compensation after Musanze market fire

Monday, October 12, 2026

Maurice Mugabowagahunde, Governor of Northern Province, (R) and Mayor of Musanze District met with members of the private sector on Monday, October 12, following a fire that gutted GOICO Plaza on Saturday.

Musanze market fire: 635 alternative spaces secured for affected traders

Monday, October 12, 2026

Alain Gauthier has paid tribute to his wife, Dafroza Mukarumongi Gauthier, who died on October 3. Courtesy

Alain Gauthier eulogises his wife Dafroza as 'a warrior who fought without hatred'

Monday, October 12, 2026

President Paul Kagame sent a message of comfort to residents of Musanze District following a fire that broke out at GOICO Plaza on Saturday, October 10. Photo by Village Urugwiro

Kagame consoles Musanze residents after fire damages major market

Monday, October 12, 2026

At least 139 migrants died and 84 remained missing after a boat capsized off the coast of Djibouti. Courtesy

139 killed as boat capsizes off Djibouti coast

Monday, October 12, 2026

Passengers board a public bus during the launch of dedicated bus lanes in Kigali on December 2, 2025. Courtesy photo.

Transport, construction boost jobs as govt targets decent work

Monday, October 12, 2026

A person assists a person with a disability to board a public bus in Kigali. File.

Disability and language: What to say and what not to say

Monday, October 12, 2026

A display of various habit-forming substances, including alcohol, cigarettes, prescription medications, and illicit drugs.

How early support can protect young people from substance abuse

Monday, October 12, 2026

A view of Gorilla Investment Company (GOICO) plaza on Sunday, October 11. About 2,000 traders worked in GOICO Plaza, the largest market building in Northern Province. Photos by Germain Nsanzimana

Musanze market fire damaged goods worth Rwf30bn, says governor

Monday, October 12, 2026

First Lady Jeannette Kagame, and Minister of Local Government Dominique Habimana (1st R) pose for a group photo with Africa New Life Ministries (ANLM)'s leaders during celebrations marking the organisation’s 25th anniversary at BK Arena on Sunday, October 11. Photos by Elvis Ndateba Mico

First Lady hails Africa New Life Ministries for 25 years of transforming lives, restoring hope

Monday, October 12, 2026

According to officials no fatalities were recorded after a fire gutted GOICO Plaza, the main market in the city, causing extensive damage on Saturday, October 10. Courtesy

Musanze market fire: Govt consoles traders, pledges support for repair

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Navi Pillay, an 85-year-old South African jurist, was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, October 9.

Who is Navi Pillay, the South African jurist awarded 2026 Nobel Peace Prize?

Sunday, October 11, 2026