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The International Women’s Day celebration at Rwanda Coding Academy in Nyabihu District. Photos by Germain Nsanzimana

STEM industry women inspire next generation of girls in tech

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Sophie TCHATCHOUA, the Managing Director of CANAL+ Rwanda, said the new promotion aims at providing people with a wide range of programs to enjoy. Courtesy

CANAL+ launches two new special offers

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Immunocompromised people are at risk of developing serious or life-threatening fungal diseases. Africa accounts for 67 percent of the global burden of HIV, and opportunistic fungal diseases are on the rise. PHOTO _ SHUTTERSTOCK

Researchers link HIV infections spike to drought

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Thomas Ostros, European Investment Bank (EIB Global) Vice President during a guided tour of New Kigali Designers and Outfitters, a garment factory located in Gasabo district, Gisozi sector. Courtesy

FEATURED: BK, European Investment bank partner to boost SMEs

Saturday, March 16, 2024

MP Alodie Iradukunda (standing) moves the motion for the recognition of EALA Youth Caucus as a forum for members of the assembly to promote the full participation of youth in programmes and activities of the East African Community, on March 13, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya (courtesy).

Why new EALA Youth Caucus matters

Saturday, March 16, 2024

President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame pose for a photo with students of Ecole Secondaire de Kayonza, the winners of the AI Hackathon at Intare Conference Arena on Saturday, March 16. Photo by Craish Bahizi

PHOTOS: Kagame awards students with best robotics, AI projects

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Ambassador Nkubito Manzi Bakuramutsa presenting his letters of credence to His Excellency Say Chhum, the Acting Head of State of Cambodia. Courtesy

Rwanda’s envoy to Cambodia presents credentials

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Karangwa Martin, a beneficiary of kidney translplant speaking to journalists in Kigali on March 14. Courtesy

World Kidney Day: Rwanda highlights equitable access to kidney healthcare

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Some clients pose for a photo inside Army shop. The government is considering the possibility to include Rwanda Reserve Forces in the beneficiaries of armed forces’ shop (AFOS). Courtesy

Govt mulls plan for reserve forces to benefit from army shop

Saturday, March 16, 2024

A view of Rusumo one stop border Post between Rwanda anad Tanzania in Kirehe District. File

What next for Rwanda-Tanzania business cooperation?

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Yves Gashema, Commercial Director of GVA Rwanda, Aime Abizera, CEO of GVA Rwanda (C), and David Serugero, Customer Experience. CEO Abizera explained the rationale behind launching the promotional campaign at this time during a press conference held on March 14. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Celebrating 4 years: GVA Rwanda launches limited-time offer for fibre internet installation

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Trucks carrying low-quality rice that was confiscated by the Rwanda Revenue Authority park at Dubai Ports World Rwanda in Kigali.

720 tonnes of rice imports seized over quality

Friday, March 15, 2024

Thomas Ostros, European Investment Bank (EIB Global) Vice President and Dianne Karusisi , Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Kigali exchange documents during the signing ceremony in Kigali on Thursday, March 14. All Photos by Dan Gatsinzi

European Investment Bank, BK ink partnership in agriculture finance

Friday, March 15, 2024

President Paul Kagame has spoken out on the exit of the East African Regional Force (EACRF), and the deployment of the SADC mission (SADMIR) in eastern DR Congo

DR Congo: Kagame on EACRF exit, SADC deployment

Friday, March 15, 2024

President Paul Kagame poses for a group photo with government officials after the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed deputy CEO of the Rwanda Governance Board, Dr Felicien Usengumukiza (third from left), and Judge Kadigwa Gashongore, vice president of the Commercial High Court (third from right) at Village Urugwiro on March 15.

Kagame tasks new sworn-in leaders to accelerate development

Friday, March 15, 2024

A consumer shops for shoes online. Rwanda Inspectorate, Competition and Consumer Protection Authority (RICA) stated that there is a need to build trust in the digital marketplace as Rwanda works to become a cashless economy. Photo Courtesy

Consumer Rights Day: Rwanda banks on trust in digital market to go cashless

Friday, March 15, 2024

Minister Gasore speaks to journalists on Thursday, March 14 in Rubavu.

Infrastructure: Govt on track to curb floods in secondary cities

Friday, March 15, 2024

The Minister of Defence, Juvenal Marizamunda, during his appearance in Parliament on Thursday, March 14 to give detailed explanations of the new proposed changes in the bill governing the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF). He said the new changes are in line with defending the country’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty, as well as boost its peacekeeping missions abroad. Courtesy photo

Proposed changes in RDF aim to strengthen leadership and command - defence minister

Friday, March 15, 2024

The event was organised by Solid Minds, a counselling clinic and independent outpatient centre for mental healthcare, research, and training, based in Kigali.

FEATURED: Solid Minds, Mastercard Foundation partner to revolutionise mental health support for students in Africa

Friday, March 15, 2024

The prosecution this week requested the Nyagatare Intermediate court to hand the former Governor of Eastern Province, Emmanuel Gasana a 10 year jail sentence and a fine of Rwf 144 million over allegations that include; soliciting and accepting illegal benefits in exchange for favors and abuse of office. The court will render a verdict on April 11.

Prosecution seeks 10-year sentence for former Governor Gasana

Friday, March 15, 2024