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Archbishop Laurent Mbanda (right) receives the pastoral staff from his predecessor, Archbishop Onesphore Rwaje, in 2018. The church is expected to get a new archbishop soon, as Mbanda is set to finish his tenure.
Religion

As Anglican Church prepares for new archbishop, here's what to know about the selection process

Friday, June 26, 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
Zimbabwe’s National Assembly on Thursday, June 18, voted to pass a constitutional amendment bill, which seeks to extend President Emmerson Mnangawa’s term of office.
International

Zimbabwe parliament passes bill extending presidential terms

Friday, June 19, 2026
The additional funding aimed at enhancing ongoing welfare programmes that promote survivors’ well-being and living conditions was highlighted on Thursday, June 18. Courtesy
Kwibuka

Budget for Genocide survivors’ support rises by nealry Rwf3bn

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
Amb Fred Gateretse Ngoga

I expect insults

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Senators follow the presentation of the draft finance bill by the Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Yusuf Murangwa on June 11. Courtesy
Agriculture

Fertiliser subsidy hits Rwf64bn as Middle-East turmoil spikes prices

Friday, June 12, 2026
The Cabinet has made 11 new appointments  in public institutions including Rwanda Development Board, Rwanda Governance Board, Higher Education Council, and Gender Monitoring Office. Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

Cabinet makes key appointments in public institutions

Monday, June 08, 2026
According to NEC Chairperson Oda Gasinzigwa, the amendments were informed by lessons from the 2024 general elections and recommendations from a comprehensive review of the country's electoral system.
Politics

NEC explains key reforms in new electoral law

Monday, June 08, 2026
Workers on duty during a road construction project in Kimihurura, Gasabo District. According to City of Kigali officials, the city aims to create more than 50,000 jobs annually, building on employment gains recorded in the 2025/26 financial year. Major sources of job creation include construction and infrastructure projects such as roads, housing developments, public facilities, and urban upgrading initiatives. Photo by CRAISH BAHIZI
Economy

How City of Kigali plans to create over 50,000 jobs annually

Monday, June 08, 2026
Businesses operating at Nyarugenge Woodshop are set to relocate to the Kigali Special Economic Zone. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Business

Nyarugenge woodshop operators set for relocation

Tuesday, June 02, 2026