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PAC Chairperson Valens Muhakwa (1st Right), highlights persistent weaknesses despite improvements brought by the 2022 law. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Lawmakers demand swift overhaul of procurement rules

Thursday, April 02, 2026

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PCA to rule in Rwanda–UK arbitration dispute in May

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Minister of Justice and Attoney General Emmanuel Ugirashebuja presents Rwanda's statement during hearing in The Hague in a dispute between Rwanda and the United Kingdom over an unimplemented asylum agreement. on Wednesday, March 18. Courtesy

Rwanda challenges UK’s ‘common sense’ claim on unpaid MEDP funds

Friday, March 20, 2026

Traffic police officers conduct checks on road users at the Gishushu Junction in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Full enforcement of new road traffic law due in April

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Asylum seekers arrive in Rwanda in 2019, from Libya where they had been stranded after futile efforts to cross into Europe.

What to know about refugee tribunal for which Cabinet recently appointed leaders

Monday, March 09, 2026

The Minister of Trade and Industry, Prudence Sebahizi said that the new law introduces a mechanism to ensure that such support does not undermine fair competition in the market.

Govt moves to curb subsidy misuse under new law

Monday, March 09, 2026

Inmates during a meeting with Rwanda Correctional Services at Nyarugenge Prison on Thursday, March 5.Photo by Olivier Mugwiza File

Senators urge ankle monitors, digital tools to cut prison congestion

Friday, March 06, 2026

Some of the men who were granted release on parole at Nyarugenge Correctional Facility on Thursday, March 5. A Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, March 4, approved the release of 1,847 convicts on parole. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza.

PHOTOS: ‘I am coming back a changed man,’ says prisoner released on parole

Thursday, March 05, 2026

Some inmates at Nyarugenge Prison in Magere sector. A Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, March 4 approved the release of 1,847 convicts on parole. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Close to 1,900 convicts set to be released on parole

Wednesday, March 04, 2026

Some juvenile inmates who sat for national exams pose for a photo with RCS officers at Nyagatare Juvenile Prison in Nyagatare District. This is the only facility exclusively built to accommodate young offenders in the country. Photo: Courtesy

Inside major proposals for a child-friendly justice system

Friday, February 27, 2026

Former foreign affairs minister Vincent Biruta (right) poses for a photo with James Cleverly, former UK home secretary after signing the MEDP in 2023.

Rwanda-UK migration dispute set for arbitration next month

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Gasabo Intermediate Court has upheld a lower court decision to grant bail for Hassan Bahame, Director of Gitagata Rehabilitation Centre. Courtesy

Why court upheld Hassan Bahame's bail

Friday, February 20, 2026

A section of Remera residential area near Amahoro Stadium, which the City of Kigali has earmarked for redevelopment. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

Land termination policy raises questions over property rights

Thursday, February 19, 2026

The Rwanda Law Journal that was launched on February 13, is ILPD’s fourth research volume and was produced in collaboration with LawAfrica. Courtesy

Legal scholars weigh in on Rwanda's transitional justice

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Theophile Mbonera, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Justice.

Public procurement: Weak oversight is costing you billions

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Chief Justice Domitilla Mukantaganzwa speaks at the launch of the Anti-Corruption Judiciary Week, on Monday, February 9. Courtesy

How Judiciary plans to plug loopholes fueling corruption

Monday, February 09, 2026

The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has warned the public against using banknotes for decorative and celebratory purposes. Courtesy

When love meets the law: That cash bouquet could land you in trouble this Valentine’s Day

Monday, February 09, 2026

Lawyers offer support during a past plea bargain proceeding at Nyarugenge Prison. Photos: Courtesy.

Plea bargain: Over 800 criminal cases settled in week-long drive

Wednesday, February 04, 2026

The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has officially suspended the operations of Mobicash Rwanda Ltd for a period of three months. Courtesy

Central bank suspends Mobicash over non-compliance

Thursday, January 29, 2026

RSSB CEO Regis Rugemanshuro speaks during an Ejo Heza awareness campaign in Musanze District in 2022. File

EjoHeza saving scheme: What changes are proposed in new draft law?

Thursday, January 29, 2026