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FEATURED: Experts gather for ICGSD 2025 to drive green innovation, sustainability

Monday, March 24, 2025

‘Major’ Gilbert Ndayambaje during the interview with The New Times. He said that the genocidal militia FDLR fed its combatants lies with the intention of holding them hostage. PHOTO BY WILLY MUCYO

FDLR leaders fed us lies about life in Rwanda – ex-combatant

Monday, March 24, 2025

Alliance fleuve Congo spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka during a press conference in Goma, the capital of North Kivu Province, in January. The rebels on Monday, March 24, announced that the Congolese army coalition’s failure to withdraw its attack drones from the town of Walikale delayed the repositioning of the rebellion’s forces in the area. PHOTO BY EMMANUEL DUSHIMIMANA

DR Congo crisis: M23 rebels say Congolese army coalition stance delaying withdraw from Walikale

Monday, March 24, 2025

Joining the EAC Regional AEO program therefore opens the doors for unlimited opportunities and the key to unlock the potential of your business. Photo by Craish Bahizi

FEATURED: Here is why as a trader, you need to join the Authorized Economic Operator programme

Monday, March 24, 2025

Minister of State for National Treasury, Godfrey Kabera, addresses Members of Parliament on Wednesday, March 19.

Treasury chief Kabera defends new 3 per cent tourism levy

Monday, March 24, 2025

According to the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR), Microfinance Inkingi Plc decided to proceed with voluntary liquidation, effective Friday, March 21. File

What next as Microfinance Inkingi goes into liquidation?

Monday, March 24, 2025

Delegates follow a presentation during the launch of the national technology transfer and commercialization strategy. The launch was attended by officials from government, academia, and the private sector. Photos by Kelly Keza

FEATURED: How Rwanda’s developed commercialisation strategy will contribute to socio-economic development

Monday, March 24, 2025

East African Community and Southern African Development Community leaders pose for a photo in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, during their first joint summit on the security situation in eastern DR Congo, on February 8.

EAC, SADC leaders to hold second session on eastern DR Congo crisis

Monday, March 24, 2025

'Bigereho na BK' campaign, is an initiative designed to empower individuals, businesses, and farmers with financial solutions that drive real growth. Courtesy

Bank of Kigali launches 'Bigereho na BK' to empower customers to reach their financial goals

Monday, March 24, 2025

Major Gilbert Ndayambaje during the interview with The New Times at the Rwanda Demobilisation and Reintegration Commission (RDRC) camp in Mutobo, Musanze District. Photos by Willy Mucyo

Ex-FDLR militia fighter speaks out on MONUSCO, FARDC support

Monday, March 24, 2025

Religious leaders during a consultative meeting with officials from the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) to discuss new regulations governing faith-based organizations on Friday, March 21. Courtesy

Clerics raise concerns over new 1,000 signature requirement

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Workers at Kigali Leather Ltd, a factory in Kanzenze, Bugesera District. According to the Ministry of Trade and Industry, Rwanda temporarily suspended an 80 percent development levy it had imposed on raw hides and skins exported beyond EAC in 2015. Courtesy

Why Rwanda suspended 80% levy on raw hides export out of EAC

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Rwanda has welcomed AFC-M23 rebels' announcement regarding the repositioning of its forces from Walikale in support of ongoing peace initiatives. Olivier Mugwiza

Rwanda welcomes de-escalation efforts in eastern DR Congo

Sunday, March 23, 2025

The Sober Friendly Circle, a safe and judgement-free space where individuals battling addiction can connect, share experiences, and receive support from professionals.

How sobriety TikTok videos sparked judgement-free space for healing

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Pope Francis makes first public appearance after weeks in hospital.

Pope Francis makes first public appearance after weeks in hospital

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Former Chief Justice Faustin Ntezilyayo speaks to students during the ongoing Nawe Wagera kure campaign on Friday, March 21. All photos by Craish Bahizi

FEATURED: Govt officials support ‘Nawe Wagera Kure’ campaign, urge learners to shape their future

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Panel discussion

Youth urged to engage in national affairs, uphold unity

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Julienne Uwacu gives a cheque to Kamonyi District representative at the event to award the best-performing districts. Kamonyi District – 1st place (83.3%) Award Rwf 2,000,000. PHOTOS BY CRAISH BAHIZI

[FEATURED] Urugerero: Best performing districts recognized

Saturday, March 22, 2025

Students from Harvard Kennedy School have been on a study tour in Rwanda to learn about the country’s history, culture, and development journey.

Harvard students share lessons from Rwanda’s development journey

Saturday, March 22, 2025

Foreign minister Amb Olivier Nduhungirehe represented President Paul Kagame at the celebration of Namibia’s 35th independence anniversary and the swearing-in of Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the fifth President of Namibia, on Friday, March 21. The minister delivered a special message and gift to the President of Namibia on behalf of her counterpart from Rwanda.

Nandi-Ndaitwah election ‘an outstanding personal achievement, historic for Namibia’ – Nduhungirehe

Saturday, March 22, 2025