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Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR) has launched the Terimbere MSME Facility, a new platform aimed at connecting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Rwanda
Featured

Press release: Access to Finance Rwanda launches Terimbere MSME Facility to connect enterprises to tailored growth support

Monday, March 09, 2026
FAO launched the International Year of the Woman Farmer to recognise women’s indispensable contributions to agrifood systems in 2026. Photo: Courtesy

Investing in Rwanda’s women farmers means securing nation’s future

Sunday, March 08, 2026
“Beyond the Clouds,” was screened March 5 at the Chinese Embassy in Kigali as part of activities leading up to International Women’s Day on March 8.
Cinema

The teacher who changed thousands of girls’ lives, & the film that brought her story to Kigali

Friday, March 06, 2026
Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students during a practical exercise. File
Education

Teacher shortage, digital divide hampering TVET sector – study

Thursday, March 05, 2026
Women’s participation in Rwanda’s labour market increased by 7.4 percentage points between 2020 and 2024. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Economy

Labour force: Women participation increases by 7.4%

Sunday, March 01, 2026
A mother beastfeeds her baby during a campaign. In Rwanda, mothers exclusively breastfeed their infants during their first six months by 82.8 percent. Courtesy

Supporting mothers beyond celebration

Sunday, March 01, 2026
Rwanda Fertilizer Company (RFC) recognized outstanding agrodealers for their strong performance, innovation, and commitment to serving farming communitiesat RFC’s blending facility in the Bugesera Special Economic Zone, on February 27, 2026. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Featured

FEATURED: Rwanda Fertilizer Company rewards top agrodealers driving distribution of customised fertilisers

Sunday, March 01, 2026
Sahr Kpundeh, Country Manager at World Bank addresses delegates at the meeting in Kiagali on Monday, February 16. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Rwanda

Rwanda’s rural connectivity model offers lessons for Africa - Experts

Monday, February 16, 2026
Actress Rosine Bazongere was received by Vice-Mayor of Nyagatare District Juliet Murekatete as she concluded her 160km walk from Kigali on Sunday, February 16. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Women

PHOTOS: Actress Bazongere completes 160km walk in menstrual health campaign

Monday, February 16, 2026
Heads of State and Government pose for a photo at the African Union summit on Saturday, February 14. Courtesy
Editorial

African leaders must walk the talk on maternal health

Monday, February 16, 2026
Actress Rosine Bazongere during her walk of 160 kilometres from Kigali to Nyagatare, for raising awareness and mobilising support for girls who cannot afford essential menstrual hygiene products. Photo
Women

VIDEO & PHOTOS: Actress Bazongere walks 160 kilometers to raise awareness about menstrual health

Friday, February 13, 2026
Nyanza residents participate in the identity verification and photo-taking exercise in preparation for receiving the Digital National ID (e-ndangamuntu). Photos: Vincent Sugira
Technology

How a Sunday trip turned me into a digital identity

Tuesday, February 10, 2026