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A view of Bugesera Industrial Zone that is under development. File
Infrastructure

Govt steps up drive to improve industrial parks

Tuesday, August 04, 2026
Workers remove asbestos on the roof of one of buildings of University of Rwanda in Huye. Courtesy
Housing

Asbestos phaseout set for completion in 2027

Monday, August 03, 2026
The Minister of Education Joseph Nsengimana speaks in an interview with the national broadcaster, where he announced the new changes. Photo credit, RBA.
Education

Govt adjusts public school fees to match cost of living

Saturday, August 01, 2026
Clients collect remittances through Western Union at BPR Rwanda's Nyabugogo branch.
Economy

Experts outline path to cheaper diaspora remittances after MPs push for reforms

Saturday, August 01, 2026
Some patients wait for services at Masaka Hospital on n October 13, 2022. More older Rwandans are seeking medical care for memory loss. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Health

More older Rwandans seek care for memory problems linked to dementia

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
A view of lightning protection system installed at GS Musange in Karongi District. Photos: Germain Nsanzimana
Security

Govt sets aside funding for lightning protection in Karongi

Monday, July 27, 2026
Somdev Sen said that Tunga Taci initiative targets entry-level smartphones across different brands and is available through more than 200 outlets countrywide.
Featured

MTN’s smartphone financing unlocks digital and business opportunities

Thursday, July 23, 2026
Andy Burnham, the newly appointed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Courtesy
International

Andy Burnham takes over as UK Prime Minister

Monday, July 20, 2026
Genocide financier Felicien Kabuga during his trial at the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals in The Hague. He died in custody on May 16, 2026, while hospitalized in The Hague, Netherland
Crime

UN report into Kabuga’s death: where does it leave genocide survivors?

Monday, July 20, 2026
A man stands near the quarry in Nyamabuye Village, Bugesera District, where a section collapsed on July 9, killing 10 workers who were extracting stones and sand. PHOTOS BY THARCISSE MUGABO
Rwanda

Bugesera quarry tragedy: Bereaved families recount their ordeal

Saturday, July 11, 2026
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva addresses Members of Parliament, while presenting the government's activities under the theme, "Strengthening Rwanda's Resilience to Internal and External Shocks," on Thursday, July 9. All photos by Kellya Keza
Economy

$8bn recorded in private investment commitments since 2024, PM tells Parliament

Thursday, July 09, 2026
Rwanda has spent Rwf47.7 billion on fuel subsidies between March and June 2026. File
Energy

Govt spends over Rwf47bn on fuel subsidies

Thursday, July 09, 2026