When Munderere Viateur was deep in the grip of drug addiction, few could have predicted that one day he would run a thriving multimillion-franc agribusiness. At his lowest, Munderere was…
Stephen Kamanzi
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The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) made a record Rwf 7.2 billion in recovered student loans in 2024 — the highest annual amount since it took over management of the…
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In a world where bloated public sectors often burden national economies, Rwanda stands out for an unusual reason: only about 7% of its workforce is employed in the civil service.…
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Society
Alfred Antoine Uzabakiriho Speaks, Reveals More Evidence of Deceit and Genocide denial
by Stephen Kamanzi 4:52 pmThe veil has finally lifted on Alfred Antoine Uzabakiliho — a Rwandan living in Belgium who, for years, has sought to distort history, deny truth, and reinvent himself as a…
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“Thank you Rwanda,” is how Ugandan travel influencer Derrick Ssenyonyi described his September 2023 visit. He went on: “It’s been a great pleasure visiting shortly your country and I will…
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Voices
Debunking the Global Witness Report on Rwanda’s Coltan Trade: A Flawed Narrative
by Stephen Kamanzi 11:51 amA new report by Global Witness alleges that Rwanda is changing the colour of Congolese coltan to disguise as its own for export purposes. This deserves scrutiny—not because it raises…
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National
The $5.8m Case Against JMV Ndagijimana, Rwanda’s First Post-1994 Foreign Minister
by Stephen Kamanzi 12:55 amAt just 33 years old, Jean Marie Vianney Ndagijimana was appointed Rwanda’s first post-genocide Minister of Foreign Affairs in July 1994. Young, ambitious, and well-versed in international diplomacy, he had…
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National
Rwanda’s Genocide Memorials at a Crossroads: To Preserve or to Bury?
by Stephen Kamanzi 12:24 pmRwanda is entering a critical phase in its genocide memorialization efforts following an announcement by the Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Dr Jean-Damascène Bizimana. At a press conference…
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National
To Gauge if Rwanda Can Survive Without Aid, Ask How Much Cash did WFP Bring
by Stephen Kamanzi 8:58 amThe World Food Programme (WFP) has been a key partner in Rwanda’s post-genocide recovery, providing crucial support for food security, nutrition, and resilience. However, the significant decrease in WFP’s financial…
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Economy
Rwanda’s Mining Sector Employment Surges Beyond Pre-COVID19 Levels
by Stephen Kamanzi 2:32 pmThe mining sector in Rwanda has not only recovered from the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic but has surged to new heights, surpassing pre-pandemic employment levels. This progression reveals…
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Voices
Rwanda-Belgium: No Matter How Much You Boil Water, It Always Turns Cold
by Stephen Kamanzi 5:40 pmThere is an old Rwandan saying: No matter how much you boil water, it always goes back to its original state of being cold. This wisdom, passed down through generations,…
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Rwanda’s economy is experiencing rapid expansion, with GDP growing by 8.9% in 2024 to reach Frw 18,785 billion, according to the latest GDP National Accounts, 2024, released this Wednesday, March…