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A view of the Musanze–Rubavu road, which was damaged by heavy rains in 2023. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Drainage system must be fixed before damage becomes irreversible

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

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Time for African universities to teach Africa-centred solutions

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Burundi President Gen. Évariste Ndayishimiye and senior officers pose for a photo. Courtesy.

Burundi must be held accountable for renewed violence in South Kivu

Friday, December 12, 2025

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Rwanda’s aging HIV population deserves our coordinated support

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

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HIV cure must not be a privilege

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Chief Justice Domitilla Mukantaganzwa (C) addresses the media during the launch of Justice Week in Kigali on Monday, December 8. Courtesy.

Mediating marital disputes require tailored, cautious approach

Tuesday, December 09, 2025

Some refugees who arrived from DR-Congo to Rwanda returned home on December 7 after the fighting in Kamanyola eased. Courtesy

It is not too late for Kinshasa to right things in eastern DR Congo

Monday, December 08, 2025

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Washington Accords: Why we need to be cautiously optimistic

Friday, December 05, 2025

A woman takes an HIV test during an HIV prevention campaign in Gasabo in December 2024. Rwanda’s HIV programme supports nearly 230,000 people, with 96.9% on treatment one of the highest coverage rates globally. File

Clarity on HIV treatment continuation is important despite halt in USAID funding

Friday, November 28, 2025

A citizen undergoes biometrics capture during National ID registration. Rwanda is transitioning from physical ID cards to a new digital identification system, which will address long-standing gaps in current system. Photos by Craish Bahizi

A smarter, safer ID system is crucial for a digital future

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

A worker conducts air pollution test at Ndera Automobile Inspection Centre on Saturday, November 22. Courtesy

Clean air is not a privilege for the few but a right for all

Monday, November 24, 2025

The Central Bank Governor, Soraya Hakuziyaremye, addresses journalists a press conference on Thursday, November 20. Photo by Willy Mucyo

Central Bank’s decision to hold key interest could stabilize inflation

Friday, November 21, 2025

The meeting will be held under the theme “30 Years after the Beijing Conference The Contribution of Women in the Francophone World.” Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Conversation on women’s leadership no longer about awareness

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Six demands Rwandan environmental activists are pushing at COP30 in Brazil. Courtesy

Why youth must play a bigger role in climate action

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

The peace framework agreement between the Kinshasa government and the AFC-M23 in Doha, marks an important step in search for stability in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

The Doha process should be followed by meaningful actions in DR Congo

Monday, November 17, 2025

Some new houses that were given to the Genocide survivors in Ruhango District in 2021. The government has unveiled plans to construct 296 new houses for vulnerable survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. file

We owe it to survivors to ensure dignified lives

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Some accomodation halls at the University of Rwanda Huye Campus.

UR’s accommodation shortage should be taken seriously

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The Private Sector Federation Chief Operating Officer, Faustin Karasira, meets a Chinese delegation from Hunan Province in Kigali on Friday, November 7. Courtesy

Why the private sector should build more global city partnerships

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Jean Damascène Bizimana, presents findings from the National Unity and Reconciliation Barometer during the 18th Annual Unity Club Forum on Saturday, November 8. Gatsinz

National unity must forever be our guiding light

Monday, November 10, 2025

A woman packing avocados in a storehouse. File.

Avocado exports deal with China is a win for export diversification

Friday, November 07, 2025