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The expansion of dedicated bus lanes has eased congestion in Kigali. Courtesy.
Infrastructure

Expanded bus lanes cut commute times, ease congestion

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
City of Kigali officials last week introduced a park-and-ride system alongside expanded dedicated bus lanes. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Infrastructure

What experts say about Kigali’s park-and-ride plan

Monday, April 27, 2026
Cars stuck in traffic jam in Kigali. The city, through the new park and ride system, is encouraging car owners to use public transport.
Infrastructure

Gahanga added to Kigali’s park-and-ride spaces

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Passengers wait for buses at the Downtown Taxi Park in Kigali. Following the rollout of a service-led public transport system, officials reported a 30 per cent increase in passenger numbers within weeks. Craish Bahizi
Infrastructure

Kigali sees 30% surge in bus passengers after reforms

Friday, April 24, 2026
Commuters board a public bus at the former Rwandex bus stop following the launch of designated bus lanes on December 2, 2025. Courtesy
Infrastructure

Govt rolls out park-and-ride to drive public transport uptake

Thursday, April 23, 2026
A section of the 60.11-kilometre road linking Bweyeye to Bugarama in Nyakabuye Sector, Rusizi District. Courtesy.
Infrastructure

Govt seeks contractor for 60km Bweyeye–Bugarama road

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Under the new arrangement, buses will depart every five minutes during peak hours and every 15 minutes during off-peak periods
Infrastructure

Kigali rolls out extended bus lanes on four routes

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
The new initiative to be managed by EcoFleet Solutions, will operate as a dedicated airport shuttle system using environmentally friendly electric vehicles. Courtesy
Infrastructure

Shuttle service to launch between Kigali airport, hotels

Monday, April 20, 2026
The ongoing construction activities of Muvumba multipurpose dam. Courtesy
Infrastructure

Muvumba multipurpose dam gets Rwf80bn more funding

Friday, April 17, 2026
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Infrastructure

Fuel price hike set to affect road construction costs - officials

Monday, April 06, 2026
A sewage suction truck on duty in Kigali. Kigali generates approximately 3,240 cubic metres of wastewater per day, with about half discharged untreated into the environment. File
Infrastructure

Gasabo to get dedicated sewage system

Sunday, April 05, 2026
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva has been given six months to present solutions to persistent challenges affecting feeder roads, particularly poor water management. File
Infrastructure

Parliament summons Prime Minister over feeder roads

Wednesday, April 01, 2026
Aerial view of Kimihurura, Kigali’s premium district. Kimihurura is now home to key landmarks such as the Kigali Convention Centre, Radisson Blu Hotel, Kigali Heights, Fair View, and the Career Center Building among others. File
Infrastructure

Inside Kimihurura’s rise as Kigali’s premium district

Monday, March 30, 2026
President Paul Kagame greets members of the Muslim Community during an engagement dubbed "Meet The President" held at BK Arena on Wednesday, March 26. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Infrastructure

PHOTOS: Kagame pledges to fast-track stalled Muslim community projects

Thursday, March 26, 2026
Kigali International Airport has been ranked the third best airport in Africa in the 2026 SKYTRAX World Airport Awards. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Infrastructure

Kigali International Airport ranks third best in Africa

Monday, March 23, 2026
Motorists park at Rubangura taxi-motor stop in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Infrastructure

MPs call for urgent action on moto-cycle parking shortage

Thursday, March 19, 2026
The sewage suction truck on duty in Kigali. Minister Gasore told MPs that the contractor who won the tender to build the Kigali Centralised Sewerage System has failed to fulfill his contractual obligations. File
Infrastructure

Govt considering new contractor for Kigali’s sewage system

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
A section of Kibuye-Kiziba tarmac road. Photos: Germain Nsanzimana.
Infrastructure

New tarmac road boosts healthcare access, business in Karongi

Tuesday, March 17, 2026
The ongoing construction works at Nyabarongo multi-purpose dam. Sub-Saharan Africa could face a 57 percent shortage of construction project professionals by 2035, a new report shows. Craish Bahizi
Infrastructure

Africa faces shortage of construction project professionals – report

Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Muhanga Prison is among correctional facilities to be relocated from urban areas in Rwanda. File
Infrastructure

Five prisons to relocate from urban areas

Saturday, March 14, 2026