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Rwanda National Police officers inspect vehicle emissions in Kigali. The government plans to more than triple the country’s air quality monitoring network by the end of 2026. PHOTO/COURTESY
Environment

Inside plan to expand air quality monitoring nationwide

Thursday, September 17, 2026
Ecole Rwandaise Intwali Kigali was built by Rwanda’s Muslim community in 1955 and opened in 1957 despite colonial opposition. After visiting the school, King Mutara III Rudahigwa praised the community’s courage and called them “Intwali,” meaning “Heroes.” The school later adopted the name in his honour and was returned to the Muslim community in 1997.

Gahuriro: The father of science and the longest-lived Rwandan in history

Thursday, September 17, 2026
Land and forest restoration projects are among 29 projects seeking climate finance through Rwanda's carbon market. COURTESY/PHOTO
Environment

Carbon credits generate $1.5m as Govt registers 29 projects

Thursday, September 17, 2026
Health leaders, regulators and experts gather in Kigali for the Africa Patient Safety Summit, 16–17 September 2026.
Health

African regulators push for harmonised systems to monitor medicine safety

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Ouidah, a Beninese historical city that is one of the country's tourist attractions. It boasts sites such as the Portuguese Fort and the Auction Square.
Tourism

Benin at a glance as President Wadagni visits Rwanda

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Rwanda lost to Morocco in the opening match of the Africa youth handball championship on Tuesday, September 15, in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire. COURTESY PHOTOS
Handball

Morocco beat Rwanda in Africa youth handball championship

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Rwanda U20 endured a slow start to AFCON U20 CECAFA Qualifiersin Dar es Salaam following shock 3-0 loss at the hands of hosts Tanzania on Tuesday. COURTESY
Football

Tanzania thrash Rwanda in U20 AFCON CECAFA Qualifiers

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Kenya extended their unbeaten run in the ILT20 Continent Cup with a 32-run win over hosts Rwanda on Tuesday, September 15, at Gahanga Cricket Stadium. Courtesy
Cricket

Kenya, Uganda strengthen final push as Rwanda stumble

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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Football

Rwanda face Tanzania in CECAFA U-20 opener

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
RSSB Tigers captain Antino Jackson Jr (left) attacks his teammate as head coach Henry Mwinuka (right) looks on during Monday's training session at Petit Stade. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Basketball

Antino hopes Rytas experience gives Tigers an edge

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
APR HC coach Anaclet Bagirishya insists his side won't travel to Angola for the 2026 African Club Championship just to make numbers. Courtesy
Handball

APR HC face tough test on continental return

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
A view of the Africa Museum in Tervuren, Belgium, which traces its origins to a 1897 colonial exhibition organised by King Leopold II.

Rethinking African identity through Rwanda’s Agaciro philosophy

Tuesday, September 15, 2026