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Nduhungirehe (L) and his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola pose for a photo during their meeting this week.
Politics

Nduhungirehe on what's next for Rwanda-South Africa relations

Saturday, June 20, 2026
A boat loaded with bicycles on its way to Sharita, an island spanning 90 hectares. It is expected that some 84 households comprising 610 people will relocate from the island.
Environment

At-risk island residents to be fully relocated by 2029

Saturday, June 20, 2026
Experts say that excessive social media use can result into low self-awareness, loss of meaning in life and lack of interest in people. This can contribute to depression. Net photo.
Health

Social media overuse can weaken life purpose, mental health expert warns

Saturday, June 20, 2026
Rwandan peacekeepers in collaboration with the Society for Family Health bring free healthcare services to 390 people at Ruli Somba Primary Health Care Centre, in South Sudan, during a humanitarian outreach on Friday, June 19.
Health

Rwandan peacekeepers provide free medical care to over 300 people in South Sudan

Saturday, June 20, 2026
38 officers from Rwanda and nine other African countries graduated from National Police College on Friday, June 19. Courtesy
Security

PHOTOS: Nearly 40 senior officers graduate from National Police College

Saturday, June 20, 2026
Outgoing Kigali Doyen President Alphonse Mukama and Incoming Kigali Doyen President Theoneste Mwunguzi (Right) during the installation ceremony in Kigali on June 18.
Rwanda

New Lions Club presidents pledge expanded community service

Friday, June 19, 2026
Organisations of survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi have urged Australia’s Griffith University to disassociate itself from Judi Rever, a Canadian author and journalist known for promoting denialist ideas.
Kwibuka

Genocide survivors urge Australia's Griffith University to disassociate with Judi Rever

Friday, June 19, 2026
The Campaign Against Genocide Monument at the Parliament grounds in Kigali commemorates the Rwanda Patriotic Army’s efforts to stop the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and rescue civilians. The monument stands as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and national liberation in Rwanda.
Art

Rwanda’s iconic monuments and the stories they tell

Friday, June 19, 2026
Girls receive sanitary pads donated by Jeannette Kawera and Brian Natete as part of their initiative to support girls from underprivileged families in accessing menstrual hygiene products in Gisagara District. Courtes

A dignified period should be part of every girl’s school day

Friday, June 19, 2026
Munyax Eco founder Francine Munyaneza speaks to The New Times during the interview. She started the solar energy company in 2013. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Women

How Francine Munyaneza built a solar energy company

Friday, June 19, 2026
The proposed allocation for establishing and rehabilitating feeder roads increased by Rwf483 billion, bringing the total allocation to more than Rwf1,270 billion. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Infrastructure

Senators welcome Rwf480bn boost to feeder roads budget

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Health Minister Dr Sabin Nsanzimana (2nd Left) addresses senators during a consultation meeting on autism in Rwanda on Wednesday, June 17. COURTESY
Health

Renewed call for support services for children with autism

Thursday, June 18, 2026