Kigali, Rwanda – Rwanda is aiming to more than double its electricity generation capacity to 1,066 megawatts (MW) by 2034. The plan, led by the Rwanda Energy Group (REG), forms the core of the country’s 10-year strategic plan (2024–2034). It entails the government’s strategy to boosting economic growth, expanding electricity access, and ensuring reliable power […]
Why Rwanda’s digital foundations matter more than ever
Kigali, Rwanda – Artificial intelligence is advancing at unprecedented speed, redefining how people work, learn and access services across the world. Yet as its influence expands, a new World Bank report warns that the AI revolution risks deepening global inequality unless countries deliberately invest in the foundations that allow the technology to deliver broad-based development […]
What really happens if you leave your charger plugged in
Kigali, Rwanda – Modern homes are filled with devices that depend on daily charging, from smartphones and tablets to laptops and wireless accessories. With this constant cycle of use, chargers are frequently left plugged into wall outlets long after devices are fully powered. While this may seem harmless, keeping chargers connected when they are not […]
Understanding the basics: Why hybrid cars need a different kind of care
Hybrid vehicles have gone from niche technology to mainstream choice, offering the best of two worlds; the efficiency of electric propulsion and the reliability of internal combustion. Yet despite their popularity, many drivers still treat hybrid cars the same as conventional petrol cars- an oversight that often leads to unnecessary repairs, reduced battery life and […]
How NBA Africa is fueling a new generation of tech innovators across the continent
When NBA Africa announced the five winners of its second triple-double accelerator demo day, the moment captured a shift already underway across the continent, where sport, technology and entrepreneurship are converging to create an entirely new innovation economy. The accelerator, launched only last year, has rapidly become one of the most influential platforms connecting Africa’s […]
Rwanda’s CCN, ACES program earn global accreditation
The Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold-Chain (ACES) and the Clean Cooling Network (CCN) have achieved a major milestone after their Train the Trainer program in Kigali received formal accreditation from the UK’s Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE). The recognition elevates the initiative into a globally recognized academic pathway, enabling students to […]
Rwanda deepens U.S. ties in nuclear energy and conservation
Rwanda is advancing its collaboration with the United States across key sectors of energy innovation and environmental conservation, in a move that underscores the country’s vision for sustainable growth and technological self-reliance. While in Washington, D.C., Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva held bilateral meetings with U.S. officials and development partners aimed at deepening cooperation in […]
Africa HealthTech summit accelerates agenda for universal health coverage
The Africa HealthTech Summit (AHTS) 2025 closed on a high note, reaffirming Africa’s commitment to harnessing technology and innovation to build inclusive, data-driven, and resilient health systems capable of delivering Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The three-day continental gathering, held from October 13th to 15th, brought together Ministers, AI experts, health professionals, investors, and development partners […]
Rwanda sets pace for a digitally connected health future
The Africa HealthTech Summit (AHTS) 2025 officially opened on October 13, 2025 in Kigali with a call for collaboration, equity, and innovation to drive the continent’s transition toward digitally connected health systems. Held under the theme “Connected Care: Scaling Innovation Towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC),” the three-day summit brought together ministers, health leaders, investors, innovators, […]
Digital, Health, and Energy: Kagame mobilises strategic EU partnerships in Brussels
Kigali, Rwanda – Today, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame joined a high-level summit in Brussels, Belgium, for the second edition of the Global Gateway Forum (GGF) 2025, hosted by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The two-day forum is a pivotal event focusing on “Advancing Global Connectivity in the Face of Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Challenges,” […]