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Workers packaging fresh vegetables for export at Kigali Special Economic Zone. Rwanda's unemployment rate remained unchanged at 13.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2026. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Unemployment stood at 13.4% in May

Friday, July 17, 2026

Names of the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi. The suspects are Laurent Nduwayezu and Innocent Sebagoyi, both of whom are facing genocide-related charges. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

What to know about Genocide suspects arrested in Canada, Germany

Friday, July 17, 2026

President Paul Kagame, the Chairman of RPF-Inkotanyi, addresses members during the ruling party’s Bureau Politique meeting in Rusororo , on Friday, July 17. Courtesy

Kagame chairs RPF Bureau Politique meeting

Friday, July 17, 2026

A scene of accident in which 20 schoolchildren died in bus crash in Uganda. Courtesy

Uganda: 20 schoolchildren killed in bus crash

Friday, July 17, 2026

Francesco Calvo, Aston Villa's President of Business Operations, and Janet Karemera, CEO of the Rwanda Convention Bureau, and Amb Johnston Busingye officially unveil the Visit Rwanda–Aston Villa partnership

What Rwandans say about landmark partnership with Aston Villa

Friday, July 17, 2026

American actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie, meets with Gikomero residents in Gasabo District. Courtesy

Angelina Jolie praises resilience of women genocide survivors after Rwanda visit

Friday, July 17, 2026

Jacqueline Dushimirimana is a heavy-duty truck driver who transports cargo across East Africa. Courtesy.

How new training centre raises bar for heavy truck drivers

Friday, July 17, 2026

Rwandan coffee exporters showcase Rwandan coffee at the 2023 Specialty Coffee Expo, April 21-23 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, USA. File

Rwanda coffee heads to Villa Park as exporters eye global boost

Friday, July 17, 2026

Management and staff from WHI Rwanda Cement Company, the producer of Cheetah Cement, observe a moment of silence in honour of victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi at Kigali Genocide Memorial on Friday, July 10.

Cheetah Cement staff gain deeper insight into Rwanda’s history at Kigali Genocide Memorial

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Officials pose for a group photo at the African Guarantee and Economic Cooperation Fund (FAGACE) meeting in Kigali on Tuesday, July 14. Photos by Craish Bahizi and Kellya Keza

FAGACE unlocks Rwf80bn for Rwandan businesses, plans bigger investments

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Senators attend a session in which senators considered a report by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, National Unity and Security on measures to curb wildlife attacks and property damage on Wednesday, July 15. Courtesy

Senate urges faster review of wildlife compensation guidelines

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Technicians at OfficeHomeTechX pose with a trainee en route to a field assignment. The academy trains students in practical ICT skills through real-world projects. COURTESY.

How one Rwandan engineer is helping IT graduates become job-ready

Thursday, July 16, 2026

A total of 771 participants of the 16th cohort of Itorero Indangamirwa visit Mulindi Liberation Museum in Gicumbi District on Wednesday, July 15. Courtesy

Mulindi museum visit brings Rwanda’s liberation history to life for Indangamirwa youth

Thursday, July 16, 2026

The Chairperson of the National Electoral Commission, Oda Gasinzigwa, speaks to journalists during the conference. File

What to know as Rwanda prepares for local govt elections

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Eugène Rwamucyo, a genocide suspect who lives in France. French prosecutors have requested the Paris Assize Court of Appeal to sentence Dr. Eugène Rwamucyo to 30 years in prison. Courtesy

French prosecution seeks 30-year sentence for Eugène Rwamucyo

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Parfait Ishungure was appointed as the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Youth and Arts on Wednesday, July 15.

Who is Parfait Ishungure, the new PS for Ministry of Youth and Arts?

Thursday, July 16, 2026

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Rwanda (ICPAR) has sanctioned seven audit firms and eight practitioners. Courtesy

What compliance failures led ICPAR to sanction auditors?

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Moise Nkundabarashi, President of the Rwanda Bar Association.

Lawyers, bar association among big winners in RNIT’s savings drive

Thursday, July 16, 2026

The City of Kigali and Rotary Club officials pose for a group photo during the launch of the Kigali Cancer Walk 2026 on July 15.

City of Kigali, Rotary launch $5m drive for SPECT cancer scanner

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Francesco Calvo, Aston Villa's President of Business Operations, and Janet Karemera, Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Convention Bureau, officially unveil the Visit Rwanda–Aston Villa partnership in England

Why Rwanda chose Aston Villa to spearhead its UK tourism push

Thursday, July 16, 2026