[New Times] Parliament has cleared the way for detailed scrutiny of a draft law seeking to amend the legal framework governing the EjoHeza Long-Term Savings Scheme.

[New Times] Major water resources projects in Rwanda will now be required to ensure that at least 30 per cent of their workforce is made up of women, according to the Executive Chairperson of the Rwanda Water Resources Board, Richard Nyirishema.

[New Times] The Rwanda Housing Authority (RHA) and the City of Kigali have begun securing land in Mpazi and Nyabisindu neighbourhoods to roll out a rent-to-own affordable housing model targeting low-income earners.

[New Times] The Ministry of Health has directed all health facilities to prioritise treating patients before undertaking any administrative or insurance-related procedures, citing gaps in compliance with existing guidelines.

[New Times] Rwanda has marked three global environmental days with a renewed call for conservation, as communities planted thousands of trees during Umuganda.

[New Times] In May 1998, inside the chambers of the United States Congress, a hearing took place that should have permanently shaped international policy toward Central Africa.

[New Times] Drivers who fail to give way to ambulances could soon face penalties under new government measures aimed at strengthening emergency response and fostering a culture that prioritises saving lives.

[New Times] Equity Bank Rwanda has reaffirmed its commitment to closing the gender gap in access to finance and digital skills a key priority as it brought together policymakers, development partners and women entrepreneurs for its 2026 Women Forum.

[New Times] An inaugural tech summit organised by the University of Lay Adventists of Kigali (UNILAK) has highlighted how emerging technologies can create real impact -- improving lives, building opportunities, and empowering students and innovators ...

[New Times] Renowned gospel artiste Sarah Sanyu has opened up about balancing choir life with her solo ambitions, the challenges that slowed her progress, and why she believes her best years are still ahead.

[New Times] Health Minister Sabin Nsanzimana has said that about 80 per cent of individuals claiming to be traditional healers in Rwanda are fraudsters exploiting patients for financial gain.

[New Times] The country is gearing up for the next round of district mayoral elections, expected after the current five-year terms expire in October 2026. However, the timeline and modalities will depend on pending legal reforms and Cabinet approval ...

[New Times] When 15-year-old Fanny Utagushimaninde walked to the crease on her T20 International debut against Ghana in Lagos, few could have predicted the history she was about to make. By the 18th over, she had reached three figures, smashing an un...

[New Times] The government will phase out current national identity cards by June 2027, requiring all citizens to transition to the new Single Digital ID (SDID) by that time.

[New Times] Rwanda has called for de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, stressing the protection of civilians, respect for state sovereignty, and renewed diplomacy to avert further bloodshed.

[New Times] The number of employed people increased in 2025, with the employment-to-population ratio rising to 55.9 per cent from 53.5 per cent in 2024, according to the latest figures from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).

[New Times] The Minister of Labour and Public Service, Christine Nkulikiyinka, on Wednesday, March 25, met Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam of Mauritius for discussions on Louise Mushikiwabo's candidacy for a new term at the helm of the Organisa...

[New Times] East African Community (EAC) leaders on March 7 approved new rules setting a precedent for member states that have defaulted on their contributions, particularly those with the largest arrears to the regional bloc.

[New Times] The second edition of the FIFA Series 2026 is set to kick off in Kigali from March 26 to 30, bringing together eight national teams for a series of international friendly matches.

[New Times] Two Advanced Diploma programmes in Airline and Airport Management, and Logistics and Supply Chain Management, have been launched to help build a skilled workforce for Rwanda's fast-growing aviation and logistics sectors.

[New Times] Thursday, March 26

[New Times] Rwanda and Tanzania military commanders have agreed on joint measures to strengthen cross-border security, as both sides concluded a three-day meeting that focused on action against emerging threats.

[New Times] Rwanda has saved an estimated $800,000 (approximately Rwf1.17 billion) since 2022 by introducing local kidney transplant services, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva told Parliament on Thursday, March 26.

[New Times] Rwanda has won the rights to host the 13th Africa Society for Blood Transfusion (AfSBT) Congress in 2028, after beating Ethiopia and Nigeria in a competitive bid.

[New Times] One of Rwanda's most popular drama series from the early 2010s, Zirara Zishya, is set to resume production in mid-April, nearly two decades after it was abruptly halted due to financial losses, The New Times has learnt.

[New Times] Social media is no longer just something people do in their free time. It has become part of daily life, shaping how we connect, how we learn, and how children come to see themselves. And yet, if it were being introduced today for the fir...

[New Times] In the 1970s, the Congolese Banyarwanda in eastern Zaire--now the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo)--had built significant economic standing through hard work, trade, cattle breeding, and agricultural production, particularly across...

[New Times] Districts could soon be assessed under a revised Imihigo performance contracts framework that shifts the focus from the number of targets to the relevance and impact of what is delivered on the ground.

[New Times] President Paul Kagame has pledged to deliver on delayed development projects for Rwanda's Muslim community, including plans for a state-of-the-art Islamic complex.

[New Times] CARE International in Rwanda, DUHAMIC-ADRI, and the European Union (EU) convened a national workshop to advance innovative solutions for nutrition security as Rwanda continues efforts to address persistent child stunting.