Buying a phone charger used to be simple, phones came with one in the box. Today, most brands like Apple and Samsung sell them separately, which means you have to figure out which charger works best for your device. The wrong choice can be frustrating, your phone may charge painfully slowly or, in the worst […]
Kigali powers Africa’s shift to sustainable aviation
Rwanda is positioning itself as a continental leader in sustainable aviation as it prepares to host the Aviation Africa 2025 Summit on September 4–5 at the Kigali Convention Centre. One of the headline sessions, “How must Africa move forward on SAF?”, will feature Silas Udahemuka, Director General of Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority, alongside Kwame Bekoe, […]
Why birds don’t get electrocuted on wires
It is a scene so familiar that we rarely stop to think about it, flocks of birds balancing effortlessly on high-voltage power lines, seemingly untouched by the deadly electricity running beneath their feet. To many, it feels almost like magic. Since childhood, we have been warned about the dangers of electricity, yet these creatures perch […]
NATO turns to AI drones that think and fly autonomously
In a dawning era of defense where rapid response and technological agility matter most, NATO allies are increasingly turning to unmanned aerial systems that think and act with autonomy. At the forefront of this transformation is Portugal’s Beyond Vision, engineering drones that nimbly avoid obstacles, process data instantly, and execute takeoffs and landings with effortless […]
Rwanda launches digital identity system
Rwanda has officially launched its new National Digital Identity System (SDID), a groundbreaking shift from traditional card-based identification to a fully digital platform designed to streamline service delivery and reinforce individual data privacy. The system was unveiled on August 7, 2025, at the ongoing 28th Kigali international trade fair at Expo-grounds, Gikondo led by the […]
Rwanda and Turkey Strengthen Digital Ties
Rwanda continues to position itself as a digital leader on the continent, with recent diplomatic engagements reflecting growing international partnerships in technology and innovation. On June 10, 2025, the Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire Musoni, held a high-level meeting with His Excellency Ambassador Aslan Alper Yüksel of the Republic of Turkey in Kigali. […]
Bridgewater, Global Citizen unveil global economic forecasting challenge with career-changing rewards
In an audacious move to engage the next generation of global thinkers, Bridgewater Associates, one of the world’s most influential hedge funds, has teamed up with international advocacy powerhouse Global Citizen to launch Forecasting the Future: A Modern Economics Challenge. This global initiative invites young minds and emerging economists to predict the real-world impacts of […]
UK-Based Energy Giant BBOXX shifts HQ from London to Kigali, Commits $100M Investment
Kigali, 30 January 2024 – Bboxx, the data-driven super platform, transforming lives and unlocking potential by connecting consumers and deploying innovative products across Africa, has reinforced its dedication to the continent with a strategic move of its Headquarters from London to Kigali, reaffirming its commitment as an Africa-first company. This decision, announced yesterday at the […]
Rwanda Named Host of Global Internet Forum
Kigali, Rwanda Press, June 29, 2023 – Rwanda has been announced as the host of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) – a global Internet forum that promotes a stable, secure and unified Internet. “Exciting news! The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers has announced that Rwanda will host the ICANN80 […]
Equity Bank Group Buys 90% Stake in Local Lender Cogebanque
Equity Group Holdings Plc – the region’s financial giant, has acquired a controlling stake in Rwanda’s local Bank – Compagnie Générale De Banque Plc (Cogebanque). According to a notice shared by Equity Group, the deal will see the regional bank acquire a controlling stake at RWF54.68 billion ($47.75 million). The lender, which tops the profitability […]