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The government is conducting a national study on lead contamination and exposure as part of efforts to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals. Courtesy
Health

Why lead in paints is a threat to public health

Thursday, October 30, 2025
The government is conducting a national study on lead contamination and exposure as part of efforts to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals. Courtesy
Environment

Govt intensifies drive to eliminate toxic chemicals from paints

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Some lab chemicals at Nyarugenge based school. Courtesy
Environment

Over 1,700 tonnes of toxic waste collected from schools, other places

Thursday, October 23, 2025
One of the air monitoring stations that have been set in different districts. Courtesy
Health

Is the air you breathe safe? Here is how to check it in real time

Friday, October 03, 2025
Workers at Rwamagana based SteelRwa. FILE
Law

Govt revises impact assessment law to cover social safeguards

Monday, September 01, 2025
Workers on duty a a construction project in Kicukiro. Photo by Craish Bahizi

What you need to know about Rwanda’s building categories and permits

Wednesday, August 27, 2025
A view of Nyabugogo river, is reported to be increasingly under threat from a range of pollution sources stemming from poor waste management practices
Environment

Scientists raise alarm over worsening pollution in Nyabugogo river

Saturday, June 28, 2025
A vehicle that employs modern technologies to sweep and clean dirty roads in Kigali City. Courtesy
Environment

Kigali’s smart street-cleaning revolution driven by innovation and dignity

Thursday, June 19, 2025
An artist's impression of Rwintare wetland that is under rehabilitation in Gasabo District. Courtesy
Environment

10 ways Rwanda is spending on climate adaptation in new budget

Monday, June 16, 2025
Students during experiment
Environment

Collection of chemical waste from schools to begin in Western Province

Friday, June 06, 2025
Students in hall for experiments
Environment

How Rwanda is handling tonnes of expired lab chemicals in schools

Thursday, May 22, 2025
Refereeing in Rwandan basketball has over the past few years sparked controversies among teams and basketball enthusiasts alike-courtesy photo
Basketball

Whistle blowers or game spoilers? Why FERWABA must re-think refereeing in Rwanda’s Basketball League

Monday, April 28, 2025