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King's soldiers in ancient Rwanda. Courtesy
Culture

Karega ka Karigata, the last warrior to earn Rwanda’s highest honour

Friday, February 06, 2026
The Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement,  Dr. Jean-Damascène Bizimana, addresses journalists during a press conference on Tuesday, January 27. Courtesy
Culture

Kinyarwanda language pride urged ahead of Heroes Day

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Culture

VIDEO: Military students celebrate diversity at culture day

Friday, January 23, 2026
Willy Mugenzi, the former journalist, the author of Cow for Peace, speaks to The New Times in Kigali. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Culture

Ex-journalist shines a light on role of cows in promoting reconciliation in new book

Friday, January 02, 2026
Data from the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy (RCHA) shows that the library houses 16,330 books at its premises within the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement. Courtesy
Culture

National library turns to audiobooks to boost reading and preserve culture

Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Visitors tour the inaugural Charity Bazaar event at Green Hills Academy on Saturday. Courtesy
Culture

Diplomats laud cultural exchange at Charity Bazaar fair

Sunday, November 23, 2025
Cultural enthusiasts pose with Inkoni, traditional Rwandan walking sticks that symbolize authority, pride, and respect.
Culture

Young innovators build digital gateway to Rwanda’s cultural heritage

Thursday, November 06, 2025
Visitors during a tour of library at the National Archives at MINUBUMWE. Courtesy
Culture

Over 90% of Rwanda’s historical artifacts still held in Europe

Monday, October 27, 2025
Rwanda’s Ambassador to Russia, Major General Joseph Nzabamwita reflected on Rwanda’s journey over the past thirty years.
Culture

PHOTOS: Amb Nzabamwita showcases Rwandan culture at Moscow festival

Monday, October 20, 2025
The Senate has called for a reform of how Kinyarwanda and Rwandan culture are taught to citizens living abroad. courtesy
Culture

Senate presses for guidelines on Kinyarwanda teaching for Rwandans abroad

Tuesday, October 07, 2025
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Culture

Korean Embassy brings culture, friendship to Rwanda on National Foundation Day

Thursday, October 02, 2025
Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy released the country’s first-ever nationwide study on cultural awareness, the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Barometer 2025, on September 18.
Culture

Rwandans’ awareness of cultural heritage stands at 76% – Survey

Thursday, September 18, 2025
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Culture

Home of national hero Felicité Niyitegeka becomes museum

Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Maître Rutinywa Rugeyo speaks with The New Times reporter during the interview in Gicumbi. All Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Culture

A conversation with Rutinywa Rugeyo, a lifetime guardian of Rwanda’s Inyambo legacy

Friday, September 12, 2025
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Culture

Youth and culture at heart of Nduhungirehe’s Liberia visit

Thursday, September 11, 2025
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Culture

PHOTOS: Umuganura for children: Culture, fun, civil education

Sunday, August 31, 2025
Visitors explore the museum in Nyanza, which showcases the legacy of King Mutara III Rudahigwa and Rwanda’s path to self-reliance. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Culture

Top weekend getaways into Rwanda’s culture

Saturday, August 30, 2025
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Culture

PHOTOS: Nduhungirehe shares Umuganura with Rwandans in Australia

Sunday, August 17, 2025
Children pose for a photo after a performance during Umuganura Ceremony in USA. COURTESY
Culture

RECAP: How Rwandan communities abroad celebrated Umuganura

Monday, August 04, 2025
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Culture

PHOTOS: Rwandans in China celebrate Umuganura

Monday, August 04, 2025