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Lawmakers have raised concerns about inadequate drying and storage facilities for maize that are undermining efforts to cut post-harvest losses. Olivier Mugwiza
Agriculture

Lack of drying facilities affecting rice, maize harvest: MPs

Thursday, March 05, 2026
The New Times
Technology

Techies decry barriers 'holding back' Rwandan-context AI

Monday, February 16, 2026
Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Rwanda, Naeem Khan speaks at the event on Friday, February 6. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
International

Africa-Asia trade vital in new global order – Pakistani envoy

Sunday, February 08, 2026
A woman shares her views during the 19th edition of Umushyikirano. From February 5, Rwanda will host the 20th National Dialogue Council at the Kigali Convention Centre. File

Beyond access: Rwanda’s experiment in citizen power

Thursday, February 05, 2026
RSSB CEO, Regis Rugemanshuro delivers his remarks during the 30th Africa Social Security Association Governing Council. He underscored the importance of African-led solutions to strengthen social security systems. Courtesy
Featured

Featured: RSSB deepens focus on member benefits as Africa’s pension funds unite

Tuesday, February 03, 2026
The National Dialogue Council was last held in January 2024 and brought together about 1,500 delegates from government, private sector, civil society and Rwandans in the Diaspora among others. Courtesy
Rwanda

Umushyikirano returns after one-year break

Thursday, January 29, 2026
Emma Uwera, founder and Managing Director of I&J Harvest Limited, a home-grown seed company supplying maize, bean and soybean seeds to farmers across Rwanda, works in her farm in Rwamagana District. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Agriculture

From research plots to rural fields: How one seed entrepreneur is strengthening Rwanda’s food system

Monday, January 26, 2026
Simba Supermarket continues to set the pace in everyday retail by delivering quality products that meet the needs of modern households while remaining accessible and affordable. Courtesy
Featured

Why Simba Supermarket delivers global quality with everyday affordability

Thursday, January 22, 2026
Diana Orembe of NovFeed won the first prize, followed by Abraham Mbuthia of Uzapoint and Adriaan Kruger of NuvoteQ in Kigali on Saturday, December 13. PHOTOS BY CRAISH BAHIZI
Featured

Innovation: Who are the biggest winners at Africa’s Business Heroes Awards 2025?

Monday, December 15, 2025
The New Times
Featured

PRESS RELEASE: Shora I Rwanda: BK engages Rwandans abroad to shape nation’s next chapter at 2025 Diaspora Europe Retreat

Wednesday, December 03, 2025
Martin Mbonu, Chief Executive Officer of ComzAfrica (center, wearing a khaki sweatshirt), poses with his colleagues. Founded in 2010 by three Rwandans, ComzAfrica has grown from addressing airtime distribution challenges to powering digital lending, payments, electricity access, and other essential utilities for millions of Africans. Courtesy
Featured

ComzAfrica marks 15 years of shaping Africa’s digital financial landscape

Monday, December 01, 2025
Citizens take part in a past Umuganda exercise. File.
Rwanda

Senate backs plan to broaden monthly Umuganda scope

Monday, November 24, 2025