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Ismail Sibomana (left) and his colleagues make various carpentry products, including beds, chairs, cupboards and other crafts.
Education

How carpentry gave Iwawa graduates a second chance

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Security officers and district officials during an event to destroy illicit drinks in Gasabo. At least 44 people have died after consuming illicit alcoholic drinks between January and June this year. File
Editorial

Govt should take tough stance against illicit alcohol

Friday, July 10, 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
If you are looking for something to sink into that is as compelling as any novel, 2026 has already delivered a strong run of nonfiction. COURTESY
Weekender

Five nonfiction books to add to your reading list

Friday, June 19, 2026
The United Kingdom announced that children under 16 will be locked out of major social media platforms by next spring.

What we can learn from Britain’s war on social media

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Attendees at the mental health awareness campaign explore a mini-exhibition of tools and methods historically used to support individuals facing mental health challenges. File
Health

Men's mental health month:The hidden mental toll of money worries

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Elvis Benimana, the Tubiteho Project Lead at HDI, said the approach complements prevention and rehabilitation efforts.
Featured

Experts on why ending stigma is key to tackling drug addiction

Monday, June 15, 2026
Artiste Florien Uworizagwira, popularly known as Yampano has been remanded for 30 day s. File
Crime

Musician Yampano remanded

Tuesday, June 09, 2026
Singer Florien Uworizagwira, popularly known as Yampano, appeared before Kicukiro primary court on June 2 for a bail hearing. Courtesy
Crime

Musician Yampano arraigned, faces six charges

Tuesday, June 02, 2026
“Internet addiction” is a subset of broader technology addiction.

Know about internet addiction

Monday, March 16, 2026
The New Times

MY 2 CENTS:  Is social media harming our children’s mental health?

Saturday, February 28, 2026
A 2023 pilot study by the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) shows that among young people aged 13–24, 4.4 percent reported cannabis use in the past 30 days, 2 percent used cigarettes, and while 0.2 used opiates. Courtesy

What we miss when we criminalize pain: Rethinking drug policy through a public health lens

Thursday, January 29, 2026