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The inaugural YB’s Day will not only celebrate the legacy of Rwandan singer Yvan Buravan but will also serve as an occasion to launch the Turikumwe Campaign. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

YB’s Day to celebrate Buravan, boost cancer survivorship

Monday, August 17, 2026

According to the results of the 10th consecutive national Grey Crowned Crane census, Rwanda's Grey Crowned Crane population has risen to 1,438. Courtesy

Grey Crowned Crane population has risen to nearly 1,500 – survey

Monday, August 17, 2026

Xavio Imbabazi, owner of Golden Insects, inspecting compost at his farm. File

Certification costs threaten organic fertiliser ambitions

Monday, August 17, 2026

Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva visits Muvumba Multipurpose Dam Project in Nyagatare on Saturday, July 11. Rwanda’s transparency score increased from 45 in 2021 to 50 in 2023 and 55 in 2025. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Five areas where budget oversight falls short

Monday, August 17, 2026

Workers sort avocados for exports at NAEB warehouse. Rwanda’s agricultural export revenues reached $1.1 billion in the 2025–2026 fiscal year. File

Beyond GDP: What Rwanda’s economic growth means for citizens

Monday, August 17, 2026

Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva (3rd L), Minister of Local Government Dominique Habimana(2nd L) and other officials join thousands of believers from different Christian denominations during Rwanda Shima Imana event

PHOTOS: PM Nsengiyumva commends role of faith organisations in national unity

Monday, August 17, 2026

The 21st edition of Kwita Izina will be held in Kinigi, Musanze District on September 4. File

Kwita Izina: A look at key gains of gorilla conservation

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Mourners during the commemoration of victims of Gatumba on August 13, 2004, when armed attackers stormed the UNHCR transit camp, killing 166 Banyamulenge refugees. Courtesy

Experts on how Burundi, DR Congo ignored Gatumba massacre

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Beef prices have gone up, with a kilogramme now selling for about Rwf8,000 to Rwf9,000, depending on where it is bought. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Nutritionists recommend alternative protein sources as beef prices remain high

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Nyagatare District is increasing water testing, repairing old boreholes and investing in new water projects. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Why Nyagatare District needs to make borehole water safer for use

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Yves Kayihura, Head of Retail Banking at I&M Bank (Rwanda) Plc, and Mahesvaran Gurusamy, Division Manager for Electronics at Akagera Electronics shake hands after sealing the deal on August 16. PHOTOS/TNT/ KELLYA KEZA

I&M Bank, ABG expand ‘Ryoshya Iwawe’ with interest-free electronics, appliance financing

Sunday, August 16, 2026

A fire broke out in the rainforest on Mount Muhabura in Volcanoes National Park on Friday, August 14. Courtesy

Muhabura fire extinguished but police wary of reignition

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Local government elections will begin in October and be concluded in December.

Key dates in upcoming local govt elections

Sunday, August 16, 2026

NESA will announce the results of Primary Leaving Examinations and Ordinary Level National Examinations on Thursday, August 20. Courtesy

National exams: NESA to announce results for primary, O-Level

Sunday, August 16, 2026

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Equity Bank Rwanda’s programme opens career, university pathways for top students

Sunday, August 16, 2026

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Kigali households pool resources as water prices rise

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Officials and other participants pose for a group photo after unveiling Murika Development Partners, on August 14, 2026 in Kigali. Courtesy photo

World Relief Rwanda marks 32 years of impact, transitions to Murika Development Partners

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Aview of EKON M1 V3, the latest electric motorcycle, unveiled by Spiro at Expo Ground in Gikondo, Kigali, on Friday, August 14. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Spiro unveils new e-motorcycle built for Rwanda’s tough terrain

Saturday, August 15, 2026

A view of Mumbai, India's financial capital. Courtesy photo.

Viksit Bharat 2047: India’s roadmap to a developed nation

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Dr Adonay Gebreslassie, during an interview at the University Teaching Hospital of Butare (CHUB).

Meet Ethiopian oncologist building a career in cancer care in Rwanda

Saturday, August 15, 2026