Samson Alemu, a young Ethiopian entrepreneur, has won the inaugural Agriculture, Youth, and Technology (AYuTe) Africa Next Gen Award. The award challenge is an initiative by Heifer International to support youths who showcase and exhibit cutting-edge, tech-driven solutions aimed at transforming the agricultural sector. To emerge winner, Alemu’s Thur Biotech Project excelled among 15 innovators […]
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A new report from Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) and Deakin University has documented urgent challenges confronting climate and environmental journalists across the globe, with 39% of them experiencing threats as a result of their work; and almost two-thirds feeling obliged to use climate skeptics as sources for “balance.” The latest released report; Covering the […]
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Rwandans have been warned a severe rising temperature is on its way, the weather forecast agency said. As the world grapples with the realities of climate change, the effects are being felt in every corner of the globe, and Rwanda is no exception. With its unique geography and position near the equator, Rwanda experiences relatively […]
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Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame on Thursday inaugurated the new Radiant Insurance Company – a Rwf22 billion new building that will host the insurance company’s headquarters and offices of banks and other institutions. Established in 2012, Radiant Insurance Company offers a complete range of insurance services. The company’s new building is located in the Central Business […]
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On Tuesday, Rwanda’s Minister of Environment Dr. Jean D’Arc Mujawamariya officiated the launch of the Development of Agroforestry for Sustainable Agriculture in Rwanda – a 5-year project set to be implemented in Southern Province and Gakenke District. The Ministry says the project is worth $18 million (approximately Rwf23 billion) and will run from 2024 to […]
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Ella Isimbi Rwalinda has emerged winner of a national writing competition for the lower primary category organized by the Kigali English Library at the age of 8. The competition was organized under the theme, “Tourism and Environmental Protection” Rwalinda, a Primary three pupil at Groupe Scolaire APACOPE, won in the English Category and was rewarded […]
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The Basketball Africa League (BAL) has announced ticket sales information for the league’s playoffs and finals, which will take place in Kigali from May 24 to June 1. Scheduled to unfold at the BK Arena, the playoffs and finals will culminate in the crowning of the 2024 BAL champion. Currently, the teams that have made […]
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Bugesera FC head coach Francis Haringingo has said it will be a “do or die” in the league relegation battle as his struggling team visits Police on Friday afternoon at Kigali Pele Stadium. The Marines are 15th on the 16-team league table, with 25 points, while Police are fifth with 39 points and have nothing […]
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Around 283 law enforcement officers from Rwanda and Central African Republic (CAR), on Friday, April 26, completed the ‘Police Basic Special Forces’ course at the Counter Terrorism Training Centre (CTTC) Mayange Sector, Bugesera District in Eastern Rwanda. According to Rwanda National Police, at least 33 of the trainees are allied Police and Gendarmerie officers from […]
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At exactly 3:30am on Saturday, April 27, I was up for my brief morning prayer. I am an ardent fan of this time. This is when I put myself together and prepare for the day, which, mainly, starts with a morning road run or an intense one-hour indoor cardio workout – for a healthy body […]
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