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When The Matrix premiered in 1999, audiences were drawn to its visual effects and action sequences.
Cinema

Weekend watch: Five films that challenge the way we think

Friday, June 05, 2026
Prince Ruzigana stands beside the historic uniform worn by former Chinese leader Mao Zedong during his 1949 visit to the Soviet Union. The artifact is preserved and displayed at the Museum of the Communist Party of China in Beijing.
Tourism

Beyond the headlines: What my visit to China taught me

Friday, June 05, 2026
Hubert Nkurayija Ishimwe, the newly elected president of the Rwanda Cycling Federation, announced the launch of a Women’s Tour of Rwanda. Courtesy
Editorial

Why the Women’s ‘Tour of Rwanda’ is just the beginning

Wednesday, June 03, 2026
President Paul Kagame delivers his remarks during the inauguration of the first permanent memorial for the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in France on Tuesday, June 2. Courtesy
Kwibuka

Kagame’s speech at inauguration of Genocide memorial in Paris

Wednesday, June 03, 2026
President Paul Kagame addresses mourners during the inauguration of the first permanent memorial for the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in France on Tuesday, June 2. Courtesy
Kwibuka

PHOTOS: Kagame: Paris memorial 'a mark of respect for dignity of Rwandans, history'

Tuesday, June 02, 2026
President Paul Kagame greets thousands of residents during his outreach in Ruhango District on August 25, 2022. Courtesy

Critical thinking, leadership and governance in Africa

Tuesday, June 02, 2026
A view of the Kigali skyline in Nyarugenge District on Thursday, May 28, as ongoing urban redevelopment projects continue to reshape the city’s landscape. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi.

Three builders Rwanda needs for Vision 2050

Monday, June 01, 2026
Participants at the 13th edition of Igihango cy’Urungano at Intare Arena, in Kigali, on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The forum has served as a platform for youth to strengthen their commitment to preserving the country's history, protecting national achievements and ensuring that the genocide never happens again. PHOTO Craish Bahizi.
Kwibuka

PHOTOS: Igihango cy’Urungano: Honouring the past, safeguarding the future

Saturday, May 30, 2026
Left to right: BRD Chief Executive Officer Stella Rusine Nteziryayo; the Minister of State at the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, Yves Iradukunda; Kayco co-founder and Chief Technology Officer Kevin G. Kayisire, and the company’s co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Crepin Kayisire, chat as they visit the company’s merchant at Zaria Court Hotel in Kigali, on May 28, 2026 (Dan Gatsinzi).
Featured

BRD-backed startups achieve strong growth, deliver tech-driven impact

Friday, May 29, 2026
Inyambo cattle during a parade at Nyanza. File

Cows are the best teachers of human character

Friday, May 29, 2026
The New Times

When social media turns love into a battle

Saturday, May 30, 2026
Fans celebrates as Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers made history on Wednesday night after defeating Egypt’s Al Ahly SC 106-97 at BK Arena. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza

Why international sports events are already benefiting ordinary Rwandans

Friday, May 29, 2026