The job of the United Nations Secretary-General has always been important. But today, it feels more like a heavy burden. As the UN looks for its next leader, the world is watching to see if the institution can still stand up for the values it was built on. From the growing fights between powerful nations […]
Why athletes, artists and high achievers should invest in Rwanda’s capital markets
KIGALI – In the high-stakes arenas of sports, entertainment, music, film, and other performance-driven fields, earnings often peak intensely but briefly. Athletes who train relentlessly and artists who create under pressure understand this reality well. Rwanda’s capital markets, mature, regulated, and fully operational, provide a powerful way to turn that discipline into long-term financial security […]
What I would do to increase online income for Rwandan creatives if I were President
Kigali, Rwanda – The 20th edition of the national dialogue (Umushyikirano) that ended on February 6, 2025, has exposed a reality Rwanda can no longer afford to treat as secondary. It’s clear that our creatives are talented, visible, and hardworking, yet largely excluded from the economic value of the digital space they help animate. When […]
10 mistakes that can derail your New Year’s resolutions
Kigali, Rwanda – The beginning of a new year often brings fresh motivation, renewed hope, and a strong desire for change. Many people set ambitious goals, convinced that this time will be different. Yet studies consistently show that only a small percentage of resolutions survive beyond the first few weeks of January. The problem is […]
Why Rwanda’s new traffic law has sparked public unease
Kigali, Rwanda – After nearly four decades without a comprehensive overhaul, Rwanda’s Parliament recently approved a new road traffic law that promises a decisive shift in how road safety is enforced and how driver behaviour is regulated. Officially, the law is framed as a life-saving intervention, designed to curb reckless driving, reduce fatalities, and modernize […]
When policing the world is a privilege reserved for one flag
Kigali, Rwanda – The recently reported capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces has been celebrated in some Western capitals as decisive leadership and denounced elsewhere as a naked assault on international law. The applause is loud, the outrage selective, and the logic dangerously elastic where once again, Washington has discovered an old […]
How Rwandans ushered in the new year (Photos)
Kigali, Rwanda – Rwandans ushered in the new year 2026 in a wave of joy, reflection, and nationwide celebration, marking the end of 365 days of 2025 with gratitude and renewed hope. From the shores of Lake Kivu in the west to the eastern regions near the national parks, communities across the country came together […]
Where to watch fireworks tonight
Kigali, Rwanda – Authorities at the City of Kigali have announced eight locations where fireworks will be displayed tonight as Rwanda ushers in the New Year 2026, offering residents and visitors safe and organized venues to celebrate the end of 2025. According to a statement released on December 30, public fireworks displays will take place […]
Why Christmas is celebrated on December 25th
Kigali, Rwanda – Christmas day did not arise from a recorded birthday but from centuries of belief, symbolism, and dialogue between faith and the natural world. December 25 endured because it carried meaning powerful enough to unite theology, ancient calendars, and humanity’s shared longing for light in darkness. This day is firmly associated with the […]
Epilepsy is not a curse: What everyone needs to know
Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions in the world, yet it remains widely misunderstood and heavily stigmatized, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Across East Africa, including Rwanda and the wider region, thousands of people live with epilepsy while facing fear, exclusion, and misinformation that often prove more damaging than the seizures […]