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Some of the electric vehicles at a charging station in Kacyiru. Photo by Craish Bahizi

How ageing electric vehicle batteries are getting a second life

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

I&M Bank Rwanda CEO Benjamin Mutimura said the bank had recorded growth across key areas of its business while maintaining a strong capital and liquidity position. Craish Bahizi

I&M Bank Rwanda profit jumps 62% in first half of 2026

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

President Paul Kagame addresses journalists during the press conference on Monday, August 24. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza..

Kagame: AfCFTA implementation ‘not moving at the right pace’

Monday, August 24, 2026

Trainees from Mayotte examine computer components during a hands-on technology session in Kigali. COURTESY PHOTO.

Kigali gives Mayotte trainees a practical look at tech careers

Monday, August 24, 2026

Two UN peacekeepers were killed in an ambush on a patrol by the United Nations peacekeeping mission in South Sudan (UNMISS

Two peacekeepers killed in attack on UN mission in South Sudan

Monday, August 24, 2026

President Paul Kagame said Rwanda would be happy to acquire a stake in Aliko Dangote’s planned oil refinery in East Africa. Courtesy

Kagame says Rwanda considering investment in Dangote-backed oil refinery

Monday, August 24, 2026

President Paul Kagame addresses journalists during the press conference on Monday, August 24. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza.

Kagame: Kinshasa-FDLR ‘cantonment’ deal exposes their collaboration

Monday, August 24, 2026

President Paul Kagame addresses journalists during the press conference on Monday, August 24. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Kagame: We cannot sit and watch as illicit alcohol kills people

Monday, August 24, 2026

LIVE: Press Conference with President Paul Kagame | 24 August 2026

Monday, August 24, 2026

Praise Steven Nyamwasa will lead Rwanda’s four-player team at the SportsBiz Africa (SBA) Esports Cup.

Nyamwasa leads Rwanda team to continental esports championship

Monday, August 24, 2026

Gao Wenqi, Ambassador of China to Rwanda and Bank of Kigali CEO Diane Karusisi during the event on Friday, August 21. Photos by Craish BAHIZI

BK eyes stronger ties with Chinese business community through new banking services

Monday, August 24, 2026

A teacher during Mathematics lesson in Kigali. Teachers have been given a five-year grace period to upgrade their qualifications, with all teachers expected to have at least an A1 qualification. File

Teachers with secondary education given five years to attain A1 diploma

Monday, August 24, 2026

A mother takes care of her new born at Kirehe Hospital. File

Beyond the ‘baby blues’: The hidden struggles of new mothers

Monday, August 24, 2026

President of the African School of Governance (ASG), Francis Gatare, speaks during the interview in Kigali on Friday, August 21. Photos by Kellya Keza

Africa must overcome mindset that settles for less — ASG president Gatare

Monday, August 24, 2026

Vivens Uwizeyimana, founder of Umurava speaks at the AIESEC Alumni MEA Conference in Kigali on Saturday, August 22

Africa’s talent gap is no longer just about skills, experts say

Monday, August 24, 2026

Exhibitors display their product at Mulindi. The EIF Country Programme 2026–2031 is strategic plan for using EIF funding and technical assistance to strengthen trade competitiveness over a five-year period. File

Govt approves Rwf5 billion scheme for SME growth

Sunday, August 23, 2026

The City of Kigali Spokesperson Emma Claudine Ntirenganya said that five people suspected of leading others in violence against Irondo security personnel in Nyabugogo have been arrested. Courtesy

Five arrested over assaulting security personnel in Nyabugogo

Sunday, August 23, 2026

The Governor of Northern Province, Maurice Mugabowagahunde and other officials during a tour at opening of Northern Province Expo, which is being held in Musanze District. Photos by Germain Nsanzimana

You cannot build wealth through gambling, alcohol use, Northern Governor tells youth

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Officials pose for a group photo with the top performers of the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) during the release of the results.

Only 7% of PLE candidates secure boarding school places

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Studies have reported skin reactions, breathing problems and, in some cases, serious health effects associated with particular salon chemicals. Photo by Craish Bahizi

What research says about salon products, from nail polish to hair straighteners

Sunday, August 23, 2026