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According to Rwanda National Police, 130 people died nationwide from natural disasters in 2025, including lightning strikes, floods, landslides, and storm-related accidents.

Preparing your finances for emergencies and disasters

Thursday, March 05, 2026
Children during a Karate competition in Kigali in 2023. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Our children reflect us — It’s time to step up

Friday, February 27, 2026
Fake news and disinformation fuel propaganda, mistrust, and conspiracy theories across societies.

When the narrative machine turns on its makers

Thursday, February 26, 2026
Diane Karusisi, CEO of Bank of Kigali, speaks during the launch of BKreative at the Kigali Public Library on February 24. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Featured

BKreative to unlock up to Rwf1bn financing for Rwanda’s creatives

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
On January 27, the Ministry of Local Government, in partnership with the Ministry of Information Communication Technology and Innovation, initiated the trial phase of the digital citizen engagement portal.

Mbaza: Powering responsive and accountable local governance

Saturday, February 21, 2026
Emmanuel Ndayisaba, Executive Director of the National Council of Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) addresses participants during a High-Level Policy Dialogue to confront barriers keeping persons with disabilities on the margins of Rwanda’s financial system in Kigali on February 19. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
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Key players urge action to close financial inclusion gaps for persons with disabilities

Saturday, February 21, 2026
A teacher assists pupils during a Kinyarwanda lesson at Groupe Scolaire Kimisange in Kigali. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Fluent to the world, losing our voice at home

Saturday, February 21, 2026
Officials pose for a photo during the celebration of the company’s fifteenth anniversary in Kigali on February 19. Courtesy
Economy

Rwanda bourse has facilitated Rwf3 trillion in capital raising since launch

Friday, February 20, 2026
Fred Swaniker, founder and CEO of Sand Technologies.
Technology

Between Fear and Opportunity: How AI is reshaping the workplace

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Rwanda is often celebrated as a continental leader in financial inclusion, with 92% of adults holding a bank account or mobile wallet.

The untold recipe for empowering women and youth entrepreneurs

Monday, February 09, 2026
Students consult one another during a hackathon competition in Kigali. PHOTO BY CRAISH BAHIZI

The AI skills gap: Your make-or-break moment

Friday, February 06, 2026
A motorcycle taxi passenger pays the fare via mobile money in Kigali. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

What Rwanda’s new digital payment system means for your money

Tuesday, February 03, 2026