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Some participants at the fourth General Assembly of APPN in Kigali, November 12, 2024 (courtesy)
Featured

APPN assembly: Experts hold sustainable public procurement to spur eco-friendly innovation

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Rwanda has made significant progress in digital literacy, surpassing its initial 2024 target ahead of schedule. Courtesy Photo
Technology

Rwanda’s digital literacy surges to 75%

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
A teacher helps a student during a reading course at GS Kimisange in Kigali. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Education

Can private investors fill the education funding void?

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Students at Nyamata TVET School in Bugesera District put their skills into practice. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Education

More Rwandans embracing technical, vocational education

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
John Rwangombwa, the Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR), explains the reasons behind lending rate decisions to parliamentarians on November 18
Economy

Central bank governor Rwangombwa explains lending rate decisions to parliamentarians

Monday, November 18, 2024
Pauline Nduwamungu, a survivor of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi was murdered on November 14 in Rukumberi Sector of Ngoma District.
Crime

Ngoma: Missing head of slain Genocide survivor found

Monday, November 18, 2024
L-R: Eng. Tan Seng Chuah, President-Elect, World Federation of Engineering Organizations (Singapore); Prof. Dr Shahbaz Khan, UNESCO Director, Regional Office for East Asia (China); Eng. Kazawadi Papias Dedeki, President FAEO (Rwanda); Ing. Aridai (Ari) Herrera, President UPADI (USA); Prof. Dr Aung Kyaw Myat President FEIAP (Myanmar); Ir. Dr Tan Yean Chin, Secretary General, FEIAP (Malaysia); and Ir. Prof. Chuah Hean Teik, FEIAP (Malaysia).
Featured

FAEO celebrates landmark achievement in Engineering Capacity Development: Africa (FAEO) Joins forces with Asia-Pacific (FEIAP) and the Americas (UPADI) in "A3P" Accord

Monday, November 18, 2024
Nyarugenge Intermediate Court upholds remand of two suspects in Olga Kayirangwa's murder case
Crime

Court upholds remand for Olga Kayirangwa murder suspects

Monday, November 18, 2024
The appeal hearing for Pastor Jean Bosco Harerimana of Zeraphat Holy Church and his wife, Jeanne Mukansengiyumva, started at Nyarugenge Intermediate Court on Monday, November 18
Crime

Zeraphat Holy Church couple’s trial continues in camera

Monday, November 18, 2024
Carmen Nibigira, passed on in Nairobi, Kenya, on November 16
Africa

Friends, industry leaders mourn Carmen Nibigira

Monday, November 18, 2024
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Rwanda

PHOTOS: Gatete proposes five ‘actionable steps to guide’ global financial system reform

Monday, November 18, 2024
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Security

PHOTOS: Regional experts in Rwanda to develop protocols on biological, nuclear threats

Monday, November 18, 2024
Rwandan soldiers on patrol in Quionga village, Cabo Delgado. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Security

EU announces new €20m support to Rwandan troops in Mozambique

Monday, November 18, 2024
WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros praised Rwanda's commitment to eliminating cervical cancer by 2030
Rwanda

WHO commends Rwanda’s efforts to eliminate cervical cancer

Monday, November 18, 2024
Ecobank Rwanda celebrated Ecobank Day at Agahozo Shalom Youth Village (ASYV) in Rwamagana on November 14,
Featured

Ecobank Rwanda champions digital literacy for youth on Ecobank Day

Monday, November 18, 2024
Rwanda's Minister of Justice, Emmanuel Ugirashebuja (centre), and CEO of the Rwanda Governance Board, Doris Uwicyeza Picard (second right) take part in a panel discussion at the International Conference on Genocide held at California State University, Sacramento on November 14-16.
Rwanda

USA: Conference on Genocide renews call to punish deniers, deport fugitives

Monday, November 18, 2024
The app aims to streamline global trade by showcasing businesses' products, services, and locations.
Featured

Exibine: New app to bridge global marketplace connections

Monday, November 18, 2024
Energy Private Developers (EPD) and  BK Foundation officials pose for a group photo during the signing ceremony in Kigali on November 15. (1)
Rwanda

EPD, BK Foundation to empower households with sustainable lighting, improved cookstoves

Monday, November 18, 2024
Gratien Niyitegeka, star of Zacu TV's Shuwa Dilu, and Sophie Tchatchoua, Managing Director of CANAL+ Rwanda, at Imbuga City Walk during the launch of the festive promo Buri Munsi Ni Ibirori on Friday, November 15.

CANAL+ Rwanda launches festive season promo

Monday, November 18, 2024
From Canada to Kigali, Melku Gebrekristos shares her journey of turning a passion for ice lollies into a thriving business.
Rwanda

Frozen delights: Eritrean-Canadian entrepreneur on transforming excess fruit into tasty treats

Sunday, November 17, 2024