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Cynthia Umutoniwabo, the founder of Loopa, during the interview with The New Times. Photo by Willy Mucyo
Women

From cancer survivor to climate advocate: Umutoniwabo’s journey to empower the earth

Monday, October 21, 2024
The Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Ildephonse Musafiri speaks at the World Food Forum 2024 in Italy on October 15. Courtesy
Economy

Rwanda pitches investment opportunities worth $785m at World Food Forum

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
A traditional ballet performs during the celebration of International Day of Rural Women in Gatare Sector, in Nyamagabe District, on Tuesday, October 15. All photos by Alice Umutesi
Women

PHOTOS: International Day of Rural Women celebrated in Nyamagabe

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Bank of Kigali CEO Diane Karusisi poses for a photo with a customer as Bank of Kigali PLC concluded Customer Service Week on October 11. Courtesy
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BK commits to empower more women, farmers

Sunday, October 13, 2024
Members of cooperatives and MoneyPhone officials pose for a group photo after a meeting to discuss on how MoneyPhone is transforming access to finance for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Photos by Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED: How MoneyPhone Africa Ltd empowers underserved MSMEs, smallholder farmers

Tuesday, October 08, 2024
A view of Nasho solar powered irrigation project in Eastern Province. Rwanda is set to increase the area irrigated by solar power from the current 646 hectares to 1,146 hectares by 2029 under NST2.
Agriculture

Solar-powered irrigation in Rwanda to cover over 1,140ha by 2029

Monday, October 07, 2024
A view of a wheat farm on terraces in Gakenke District. The six-year project is also contributing in increasing the agricultural produce.
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How REMA’s project built resilience to climate change in two districts

Monday, October 07, 2024
Consolee Uwimana, the Minister of Gender and Family Promotion addresses over 300 women leaders in Muhanga District on Friday, September 28.
Women

Minister Uwimana urges women to overcome fear, step into leadership roles

Saturday, September 28, 2024
Minister of Local Government Jean Claude Musabyimana and Pauline Okumu, National Director of World Vision Rwanda officially launch ‘THRIVE 2030’ project on September 24.
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World Vision Rwanda launches ‘THRIVE 2030' scheme to lift over one million people from poverty

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Beekeepers harvest honey in Huye District on March 14, 2024. Rwanda's annual honey production reached 7,000 tonnes as of August 2024. Photo by Moise Bahati
Economy

Rwanda's annual honey production ramps up but challenges remain

Monday, September 23, 2024
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente delivers his remarks during the RICA Graduation Ceremony in Kigali on September 20. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Education

PHOTOS: RICA inspires youth to pursue agriculture career – PM Ngirente

Friday, September 20, 2024
Students celebrate during the graduation ceremony
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Our Sisters Opportunity’s journey to creating last-mile women entrepreneurs

Friday, September 20, 2024