African countries need to invest more in education initiatives that skill the youth in a more tangible manner, if the continent is to take advantage of its demographic dividend of…
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Experts Call For Early Prevention of Genocide In DRC, Conflict-Ridden Countries, To Avoid ‘Rwanda Scenario’
by Edmund Kagire 10:42 pmSenior officials and experts say early prevention is key in averting new and future Genocides from happening, learning a lesson from Rwanda’s experience, where the world saw signs, planning and …
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Corporate Watch: Maurice Toroitich Bounces Back Following Appointment As NCBA Bank Rwanda MD
by Edmund Kagire 7:42 pmHe is no stranger to Rwanda’s banking sector, with14 years of experience serving at the helm of some of the leading banks in the country, and now Maurice Toroitich has…
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NST II: PM Ngirente Outlines Economic Priorities, Reiterates Gov’t Decision To Increase Pension Contributions
by Edmund Kagire 7:46 pmPrime Minister Dr. Edouard Ngirente says Rwanda is focused on making transformative decisions that will benefit Rwandans in the long-term, including a recent decision to increase pension contributions from 6…
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U.S Lifts Marburg-Related Travel Restrictions: Now Passengers From Rwanda Can Access All Airports
by Edmund Kagire 10:04 amThe United States of America (USA) has lifted travel restrictions on travellers from Rwanda, which were introduced early October, following the outbreak of the Marburg virus. Following the outbreak at…
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President Kagame Condoles With The People Of Guinea Following Deadly Stadium Stampede
by Edmund Kagire 3:33 amPresident Paul Kagame has sent his condolences to President Mamadi Doumbouya of Guinea and the people of the West African country, following a deadly stadium stampede that left at least…
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Government Explains Rationale Behind Progressive Increase of Pension Contributions
by Edmund Kagire 3:15 amIncreasing pension worker’s contributions to Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) from the current 6 percent, which was established in 1962, to 12 percent beginning January 2025, will not only increase…
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“Visit Rwanda” Showcases Unique Tourist Attractions At Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix
by Edmund Kagire 12:55 pmVisit Rwanda showcased its unique and sustainable tourism experiences at the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024 which took place over the weekend in Doha, Qatar. Rwanda’s booth was…
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Masaka Hospital Enhances Expertise, Thanks To Resident Chinese Medical Team
by Edmund Kagire 1:57 pmAs unveilings go, it was fairly understated, but that was in a way, to belie its importance to the continued development of Rwanda’s healthcare provision. On the afternoon of Monday…
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Rwanda, Uganda Military Commanders Meet To Discuss Cross-Border Issues
by Edmund Kagire 6:21 pmRwanda and Uganda senior military officers are meeting in Musanze town to discuss matters relating to security between the two countries. The three-day gathering, known as the Proximity Commanders meeting,…
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Private Sector Federation Rwanda (PSF) in partnership with International Trade Center (ITC), through the second phase of the European Union (EU) funded, EU-East African Community (EAC) Market Access Upgrade Programme…
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DRC’s Lack of Political Will & Good Faith Could Derail Peace Process – Minister Nduhungirehe
by Edmund Kagire 5:47 pmLack of political will and good faith on the side of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) could undo the recent gains in the Luanda Process to restore peace in…