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FEATURED VIDEO: Inside Spiro’s drive to build Rwanda’s e-mobility ecosystem through local assembly, mechanic training

Thursday, December 18, 2025
Passengers board a bus to Remera at Rwandex. Photo: Craish Bahizi.
Infrastructure

Kigali commuters hail new public transport model

Tuesday, December 09, 2025
The country has introduced electric buses as part of a raft of measures to improve the efficiency of public transport. Courtesy
Business

How Rwanda's transport policies can strengthen East African supply chain

Monday, December 08, 2025
Seven people died, and three others were injured at a mining site in Gakenke District on Friday, December 5. Courtesy.
Rwanda

Mining accident kills seven in Gakenke

Saturday, December 06, 2025
Inspector General of Police CG Felix Namuhoranye speaks during the interaction with the media on December 5, 2025, in Kigali (courtesy)
Security

Police outlines measures for safe festive season

Saturday, December 06, 2025
L-R: Moderator Jackie Lumbasi, Zora Robotics CEO Benjamin Karenzi, PRI CEO Ray Power, and MineTech CEO Kelvin Rwihimba during a panel discussion on ‘Mines of Tomorrow: Robotics for Smart Mining.’ Photo: Keza Kellya Raissa.
Technology

How robotics and AI are reshaping safety in underground mining

Wednesday, December 03, 2025
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Get fit with Fitnesspoint’s ‘Ride the Beat’ spinning sessions

Monday, November 24, 2025
Augustin Munyaneza, 69-year-old, assists students to cross in Remera, ensuring that school children cross safely. Photos by Kellya Keza
Security

How one man turned a simple act into years of protecting children

Friday, November 21, 2025
A stunning fireworks display lights up the night sky in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Business

Fireworks traders tipped on safety compliance ahead of festive season

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Miners on duty inside a tunnel in Rulindo District. Over 90 per cent of miners are still unaware of their legal rights, leaving many vulnerable to unsafe working environments. Craish Bahizi
Economy

What is needed to make mining safe for workers

Sunday, November 16, 2025
Riders of Spiro electric motorcycles have raised concerns about the new e-bike. On November 8, Spiro, the e-mobility company at the centre of the complaints, acknowledged the concerns in a public statement.
Business

Spiro reacts to public outcry over safety of e-motorcycles

Thursday, November 13, 2025
Riders of Spiro electric motorcycles have raised concerns about the new e-bikes. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana.
Rwanda

How serious are safety concerns around Spiro electric motorcycles?

Wednesday, November 12, 2025