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Coffee experts tour a new coffee plantation of the new varieties that were developed with support from World Coffee Research (WCR) in Rubona , Huye District. Courtesy
Agriculture

Govt moves to introduce five climate-resilient coffee varieties

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Ecole d’Arts de Nyundo school in Rubavu District was left submerged after the banks of the River Sebeya burst in May, 2020. Rwanda is seeking more funding to cope with such climate change effects.
Environment

Govt seeks $7bn to close climate finance gap by 2035

Friday, September 18, 2026
The sewage suction truck on duty in Kigali. Minister Gasore told MPs that the contractor who won the tender to build the Kigali Centralised Sewerage System has failed to fulfill his contractual obligations. File
Infrastructure

Govt considering new contractor for Kigali’s sewage system

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
(L-R) The newly elected PSF officials: 1st Vice Chairperson Jean-Claude Uwizeyemungu, 2nd Vice Chairperson Diane Kamanzi, and Chairperson François Twagirumukiza.
Economy

Who are the new top PSF leaders?

Saturday, March 14, 2026
A view of Kimihurura residential area in Gasabo District. The newly adjusted rates of land tax payable per square metre were approved by the City Council in February 2025. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Economy

A closer look at how land taxes are set

Thursday, January 08, 2026
The City of Kigali has explained that newly adjusted rates of land tax payable per square metre were approved by the city council in February 2025. Courtesy
Rwanda

City of Kigali explains newly adjusted land tax

Tuesday, January 06, 2026
An artistic impression of the Kigali Financial Towers currently under construction.

$100 million Kigali Financial Towers 'now 50% complete'

Friday, November 28, 2025
A hybrid car on display at a showroom in Kicukiro. Rwanda’s transition from fuel-based transport to electric mobility is accelerating, driven by supportive government policies, growing investor confidence, and an emerging ecosystem of innovators. File
Economy

How govt, companies and banks are driving EV uptake

Tuesday, November 04, 2025
The Minister of Environment, Bernadette Arakwiye, and the Director General of the Rwanda Standards Board, Raymond Murenzii unveil the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Environment

What to know about Rwanda's new Rwf400bn plan to curb biodiversity loss

Wednesday, October 08, 2025
Electric buses that transport commuters in Kigali City. Courtesy
Energy

What Rwanda needs to electrify 20% of its bus fleet by 2030

Friday, October 03, 2025
Simba Supermarket at Kigali Heights. The facility is a modern mall in Kimihurura with a mix of international & local stores, restaurants, gifts and electronics shops and nice ambience.
Business

Where to go shopping in Kigali during UCI Rwanda 2025

Friday, September 19, 2025
Businesses located along race routes are advised to plan alternative access options, as the closures will remain in effect from 9am to 5pm. Courtesy
Business

How essential businesses will operate during UCI cycling race

Sunday, September 07, 2025