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Workers on duty at Pink Mango garment factory in Kigali Special Economic Zone. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Economy

Trade unions urge review of salaries

Thursday, December 05, 2024
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa addresses journalists about the new reforms, as Minister of Public Service and Labour Christine Nkulikiyinka and RSSB Chief Executive Officer Regis Rugemanshuro look on, on Monday, December 2. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Rwanda

PHOTOS: New pension reforms seek to improve retirement benefits: Finance Minister

Monday, December 02, 2024
RSSB chief executive Regis Rugemanshuro.

Mandatory pension contributions to double in January 

Friday, November 29, 2024
Participants pose for a photo during an awareness campaign on the fight against HIV AIDS in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Rwanda’s bold path to ending AIDS, progress, challenges, and the road ahead

Friday, November 29, 2024
RSSB CEO Regis Rugemanshuro (L) addresses private sector representatives during a financial inclusion forum organized by the Private Sector Federation as Stephen Ruzibiza PSF CEO looks on
Featured

FEATURED: RSSB engages the private sector on pension reforms and expected benefits

Thursday, November 28, 2024
Chicken, eggs, avocados, carrots, and broccoli. The World Bank has pointed to a shift in consumption among Rwandan residents, from a diet rich cereals and beans to one consisting of more livestock-sourced products, horticulture, and processed foods and beverages. Internet Photo
Agriculture

Experts weigh in on Rwanda’s domestic food demand outlook

Friday, November 22, 2024
A smartphone user goes through his messages. Over  43 percent of the global population (3.45 billion people), still do not use mobile internet, according to the latest GSMA. Photo. Courtesy 
Technology

Mobile connectivity: 10 major findings in latest global rating

Monday, November 04, 2024
An e-charging station. Actors in the e-mobility industry say Rwanda needs more charging infrastructure to boost the adoption of EVs. File
Rwanda

Call for more e-charging stations to deepen adoption of EVs

Sunday, November 03, 2024
Workers process tea at Pfunda Tea Company in Rubavu District. Rwanda’s economy is projected to grow by 7 percent in 2024 but decline to 6.5 percent in 2025. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Economy

IMF projects Rwanda’s economy to grow by 7% in 2024

Monday, October 28, 2024
Rwanda National Police officers train City of Kigali workers who to fight against fire outbreak. File
Rwanda

Govt orders employers to set safety committees to curb occupational hazards

Sunday, October 27, 2024
Anastase Mvuyekure, better known as Eric to his clients, is a barber in Nyamirambo. PHOTOS BY ERIC BRIGHT KAYOMBAYIRE
Rwanda

From struggles to strength: A barber’s journey of resilience, love, and a new beginning

Saturday, October 19, 2024
Officials and law experts pose for a group photo at the opening session of the inaugural ADR University Symposium in Kigali, on Wednesday, October 16. While discussing ways to deepen students’ understanding of ADR methods, law experts emphasized the need to bridge gaps in Alternative Dispute Resolution training and encourage the development of the next generation of dispute resolvers. Photo: Courtesy
Law

Law students need to explore alternative dispute resolution, experts say

Wednesday, October 16, 2024