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Candidates sit a job exam at the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Rwanda in June 2025.

MPs urge recruitment reforms as less than 1% of applicants get jobs

Sunday, May 03, 2026

Senate President François-Xavier Kalinda, and other mourners at the event.

Senate president urges FDLR, genocide perpetrators to return home

Friday, May 01, 2026

Congolese expert Dr Alexis Mvuka during the recording of the inaugural episode of 'The Context' in Kigali.

The New Times launches podcast for deeper conversations beyond headlines

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Panelists engage in a discussion during Africa CEO Forum in 2025. The upcoming Africa CEO Forum, set to take place in Kigali from May 14-15. Dan Gatsinzi

Four African presidents to attend Africa CEO Forum

Thursday, April 30, 2026

A client tests a new electric car at Rwandamotor in Gahanga, Kicukiro District, Kigali, on April 1. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi.

Are rising fuel prices driving e-mobility transition?

Thursday, April 30, 2026

The most common names registered for children in Rwanda are Ineza for girls and Ishimwe for boys. Craish Bahizi

Here are 10 most common Rwandan baby names

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

A client tests a new electric car at a showroom in Kicukiro, Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

What drivers should know before choosing electric

Monday, April 27, 2026

PHOTO BY GERMAIN NSANZIMANA

Nearly 8,000 Rwandans returned from DR Congo since 2025

Friday, April 24, 2026

A technician repairing a refrigerator. Government has issued a list of refrigerants containing substances used in cooling system that are harmful to the climate. Photo: File.

Why some refrigerants are being phased out in Rwanda

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

One of the winners of Inzozi Lotto poses for a photo. Inzozi Lotto, operated by Carousel Ltd, and the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) are expected to meet to resolve their dispute through arbitration. Courtesy

Inzozi Lotto row with RDB escalates to arbitration

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

President Kagame meets with HRH Prince Oheneba Yaw Otchere, Royal Ambassador of His Majesty the Asantehene of the Asante Kingdom, Ghana.

Kagame, Prince of Ghana’s Asante Kingdom discuss ties

Monday, April 20, 2026

MTN Rwandacell PLC has the appointed Elijah Iragaba as its new Chief Technology Officer. Courtesy

MTN Rwanda appoints Elijah Iragaba as Chief Technology Officer

Monday, April 20, 2026

A view of Nyabugogo taxi park, Kigali’s main public transport hub. About 100 operators have been fined by RURA for illegally increasing fares. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Transporters face up to Rwf200,000 fines over illegal fare hikes

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Minister of Education Joseph Nsengimana, delivering remarks during the official launch of the Centre for Genocide and Conflict Studies (CGCS), highlighted expectations for the Centre to advance rigorous, globally relevant research on genocide and conflict prevention; serve as a platform for dialogue across disciplines, institutions, and borders; contribute to curriculum development that embeds peace education and critical thinking at all levels; and engage directly with communities to translate knowledge into meaningful societal impact.

Inside Rwanda’s new genocide and conflict studies centre

Saturday, April 18, 2026

The Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) announced on Friday that it has penalised nearly 100 public transport operators for overcharging passengers. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Nearly 100 transport operators penalised for hiking fares

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Rwandans who returned from DR Congo crossing the Grande Barriere border post in Rubavu District on Thursday April 16. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana.

Returnees from DR Congo praise Rwanda’s safety

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Couples during a civil wedding ceremony in Gicumbi. Figures show that marriages involving people aged under 21 increased more than sixteenfold, rising from 55 cases in 2024 to 921 in 2025.

Under-21 marriages surge 16-fold in 2025

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Minister Jean Damascene Bizimana spoke about Kinyamateka in the Genocide against the Tutsi as he reflected on the historical role of the media in Rwanda. Courtesy

Sibomana, the Catholic priest who radicalised Kinyamateka newspaper

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

A banking and corporate law expert, Jean Marie Ntakirutinka steps up to lead CM Advocates' Banking and Finance Department, reinforcing its strength in high-value transactions. Photo COURTESY

Career growth: Jean Marie Ntakirutinka rises to Partner at CM Advocates

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Emmanuel Ntarindwa, 51, was sentenced to 15 years in prison in January after the Busasamana Primary Court found him guilty of genocide-related crimes in Nyanza District. Courtesy

Survivors’ tips help unmask long-hidden genocide perpetrators

Wednesday, April 15, 2026