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June 17, 2026, 3:30 pm
Rwanda-South Africa Talks Offer Opportunity for a New Start, Analysts Say
- [New Times] As Rwanda's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Nduhungirehe, prepares to meet South African counterpart Ronald Lamola in Pretoria on Wednesday, June 17, analysts say the talks could mark an important step in efforts to normalise relations between the two countries.
Learning Must Become Easier for Every Child in Rwanda
- [New Times] The release of the 2025 Learning Achievement in Rwandan Schools report offers both encouragement and concern. While the findings show progress in subjects such as Mathematics and Science, they also reveal a troubling reality that too many children are still struggling to understand what they read and learn, particularly in English and reading comprehension.
The Body Politic, the Indispensable Member and the Fable for Identity Politics
- [New Times] In an ancient fable, the organs of the body quarrel bitterly over their respective importance. The head boasts of its wisdom and leadership. The eyes insist that without vision the body would stumble blindly. The mouth and hands claim superiority through nourishment and labour. Each part asserts its own indispensability while dismissing the contributions of the others.
Dse Talent Connect Showcases Youth Innovation, Awards Rwf90m in Seed Funding
- [New Times] Twenty young innovators have shared Rwf90 million in seed funding after emerging as winners of the Digital Skills for Employability (DSE) Programme Hackathon, with projects addressing challenges in healthcare, education, agriculture, business and financial inclusion.
Reflecting On a Year of Community Service
- [New Times] It is that time of year when Rotary clubs globally transition to new leadership ahead of the next Rotary year starting July 1. At Rotary Club of Kigali Karisimbi, we are eagerly preparing to install our incoming president, Rtn. Hem Raj Sharma, on July 5. A presidential inauguration is a major event for any club. We look forward to building on the past year's achievements and continuing our commitment to service, leadership, and community impact.
Community Engagement, Heritage Decolonisation and Governance in Africa
- [New Times] Heritage is for us all, and it connects humanity in space, time and place. However, with colonial occupation, alongside imposed epistemic dominance and centralised systems of heritage governance in Africa, it continues to push communities away from managing their heritage.
Transfers - Mass Exodus At Bugesera As Police Secures Trio
- [New Times] Police FC have taken significant steps to stabilise and reinforce their squad ahead of the upcoming BK Pro League season, securing contract extensions for three key players and completing the signing of promising midfielder Valua Byishimo from Bugesera FC.
Experts Outline Path to EAC Political Confederation
- [New Times] As public consultations on the proposed East African Community (EAC) Political Confederation continue in Rwanda, constitutional experts say the process is intended to clarify the nature and structure of the model before any draft constitution is developed.
The Tactical Battles That Will Decide World Cup 2026
- [New Times] Every World Cup has a hidden story, namely the tactical chess match that decides who lifts the trophy.
How to Protect Your Money When Prices Keep Rising
- [New Times] Anyone who has visited the market lately knows the feeling. The same basket of food costs more than it did a few months ago. Transport is up. Cooking fuel and charcoal have climbed. You are not imagining it.
Marriage Readiness Should Begin Before the Wedding
- [New Times] Rwanda is having an honest conversation about family. Recent data from the national institute of statistics shows that 4,479 divorces were registered in 2025, with more than four in 10 couples separating before completing a decade together.
Transfers - APR FC Rebuild Gathers Pace
- [New Times] BK Pro League champions APR FC are continuing with efforts to rebuild their squad ahead of the 2026/2027 season by letting several players go, while looking to sign new ones that are considered better for the club's project.
Why Logos Still Matter
- [New Times] Artificial intelligence can generate hundreds of logos in seconds. With a few prompts, anyone can produce symbols that look polished, professional, and ready for use. As these tools become more accessible, a growing number of people are beginning to ask whether logos still matter at all.
High Court Rejects Ingabire's Objections, Orders Trial to Proceed
- [New Times] The High Court in Kigali on Tuesday, June 16 ruled that the trial of Victoire Umuhoza Ingabire proceed, dismissing objections she had raised on Monday that she was not ready to stand trial on charges related to forming a criminal organisation.
Félicien Kabuga - a Life of Greed, Genocide and Impunity
- [New Times] Félicien Kabuga, once one of the most wanted fugitives from justice with a $5 million bounty on his head, died in UN medical facilities in The Hague on 16 May 2026. The death of the once powerful businessman will not be mourned in his home country of Rwanda where his bloody legacy still resonates in the lives of victims and survivors of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.
Rwanda, SA Foreign Ministers to Hold Talks in Pretoria
- [New Times] The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Nduhungirehe, is set to meet his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola in Pretoria on Wednesday, June 17.
Making Entrepreneurship the Norm
- [New Times] Youth unemployment remains one of the defining economic challenges of our time. While education has long been viewed as a pathway to employment, it is increasingly clear that no economy can create enough formal jobs to absorb every graduate entering the labour market.
Men's Mental Health Month - the Hidden Mental Toll of Money Worries
- [New Times] When Mugabo, a father of two, lost his job, he suddenly found himself struggling to provide for his family. The mounting pressure became overwhelming, and he turned to alcohol to cope.
Rwanda's Victoire Ingabire Alleges Rights Violations in Detention As Trial Opens
- [Nile Post] The trial of Rwandan opposition figure Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza opened before the High Court in Kigali on Monday, June 15, but proceedings were immediately overshadowed by allegations that she has been subjected to conditions in detention that violate her fundamental rights.
EAC Begins Rwanda Consultations On Political Confederation
- [New Times] The East African Community (EAC) on Monday, June 15, launched national stakeholders' consultations in Rwanda on the drafting of the constitution for the proposed East African Political Confederation.
Amb Bakuramutsa Presents Credentials to Slovenia President
- [New Times] Ambassador Urujeni Bakuramutsa, on Monday, June 15, presented her letters of credence to Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar at the Presidential Palace in Ljubljana, formally accrediting her as Rwanda's envoy to the European country.
What We Can Learn From Britain's War On Social Media
- [New Times] This week, the United Kingdom announced that children under 16 will be locked out of major social media platforms by next spring. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it "a big moment" for his country the product of years of campaigning by grieving parents, mounting evidence about teenage mental health, and a public consultation in which many respondents backed the move.
New Human Rights Law Broadens Nchr Role, Strengthens Staff Protection
- [New Times] A new law governing the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) has expanded the institution's mandate, strengthened legal protections for its staff, and updated its governance framework, signalling a stronger focus on preventing human rights violations.
From Exile to Enterprise - How Jean Malic Kalima Built a Career Around Service and Investment
- [New Times] When Jean Malic Kalima returned to Rwanda in August 1994, he came back to a country beginning the difficult task of rebuilding after the Genocide against the Tutsi.
The Quest for Rwanda's First Geopark
- [New Times] The Rwanda National Commission for UNESCO (CNRU) has said that efforts to secure UNESCO Global Geopark status for Northern Rwanda are still at an early stage and will require strong collaboration among stakeholders to build the institutional, technical and community support needed for a successful nomination.
Experts On Why Ending Stigma Is Key to Tackling Drug Addiction
- [New Times] Stigma and discrimination remain among the biggest obstacles to addressing drug addiction, with experts warning that fear of judgment often prevents people from seeking help until their condition has caused serious harm to themselves, their families and communities.
What to Know About Rwandan Firms Shortlisted for Africa's Business Heroes
- [New Times] Rwanda has once again emerged as a promising place for entrepreneurs, with six local firms earning a place among the Africa's Business Heroes (ABH) 2026 Top 100 Entrepreneurs.
Nyabihu - Six Dead After Consuming Suspected Illicit Brew
- [New Times] Six people have died after consuming suspected illicit alcoholic drinks at a pub in Nyabihu District in Western Province, officials said on Monday, June 15.
Zim Women High Performance Stumble Against Rwanda in Kwibuka T20 Clash
- [263Chat] Zimbabwe Women High Performance suffered a 33-run defeat to Rwanda Women in the Kwibuka T20 Tournament after failing to chase down a competitive target at the Gahanga International Stadium in Kigali on Monday.
Inside Mechanism to Produce More Female Science Teachers
- [New Times] Persistent gender disparities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education at upper secondary level continue to hinder efforts to increase the number of women pursuing science teaching careers, according to the Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB).
