November 16, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Hosts 4th Africa Cyber Defense Forum
The Africa Cyber Defense Forum (ACDF) 2023 officially kicked off in Kigali on November 15, bringing together the world's leading security experts, front-line heroes, government… Read more »
November 13, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda, Qatar Ink ICT Deal
Rwanda and the State of Qatar have partnered to boost growth and development in key areas of the Information and Communication technology (ICT) sector, following a Memorandum of… Read more »
Rwanda: AFRETEC Takes the Lead in Cybersecurity Education for UR Staff
A total of 32 University of Rwanda (UR), College of Science and Technology (CST) academic staff on November 12, 2023, concluded a three-day workshop on how to secure their… Read more »
November 08, 2023
Rwanda: Kagame Graces Norrsken Africa Week in Kigali
President Paul Kagame on Wednesday, November 8 joined a gathering of Africa-focused leading investors, startups, and industry players, for the official opening of the Norrsken… Read more »
November 09, 2023
Rwanda: Airtel Rwanda Targets 95% 4G Coverage By 2023
In response to the ever-increasing demand for high-speed internet access, Airtel Rwanda has set a goal to extend its 4G network to cover 95 percent of the nation by the end of… Read more »
Africa: New Report Reveals Continued Growth in Africa's Instant Payment Systems
The State of Inclusive Instant Payment Systems in Africa (SIIPS) 2023 report, which was released on November 8, highlights sustained growth in both the supply of instant payment… Read more »
November 07, 2023
Rwanda: Govt to Roll Out Flood Monitors Countrywide #AfricaClimateHope
After Kigali City, Rwanda is planning to roll out flood monitors in other parts of the country that are prone to flooding, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
November 06, 2023
Rwanda: Eswatini Borrows Rwanda's Best Practices in e-Governance
In a move aimed at increasing transparency and accountability, the Kingdom of Eswatini's Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the Government of Rwanda, on November 2… Read more »
Rwanda: Expansion of Irembo Services Must Go Hand in Hand With Digital Literacy
Government has announced an ambitious plan to introduce at least 200 more public services on the online public portal Irembo by the end of this fiscal year. Currently, over 100… Read more »
November 04, 2023
Rwanda: Continental Conference Appeals for Adequate Agri-Tech Funding
Africa should allocate adequate funding for the advancement of science, technology, and innovation for the continent to address challenges affecting its agricultural sector, the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Host Next Africa Agricultural Tech Conference
Rwanda will host the second edition of African Conference on Agricultural Technologies (ACAT) in its capital Kigali, in May 2025, according to the event organisers. Read more »
November 06, 2023
Rwanda: Inside Rwanda's Plan to Digitise All Irembo Services By 2024
As Rwanda seeks to add over 200 e-services to Irembo -- an online portal that serves as a gateway to different government services -- by mid-next year, at least five million… Read more »
November 02, 2023
Rwanda: Charges for Non-Existent Internet in Public Buses Raise Debate in Parliament
Members of Parliament have raised concerns about the fees charged for non-existent internet in public buses and have recommended an immediate halt to these charges, and requested… Read more »
October 30, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Could Earn U.S.$587 Million From Artificial Intelligence - New Study
Rwanda expects an estimated $589 million (approx. Rwf731 billion), representing six percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), following an investment of $76.5 million in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Keen to Become Hub for Professional Global Software Testers
Rwanda could soon be home to global professional software testers after the country's software testing qualifications board (RWSTQB) was admitted as the 69th member board at the… Read more »
October 25, 2023
Rwanda: Education, Research Key to Global Green, Digital Transition - PM Ngirente
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has said education and research are integral components of the Global Gateway strategy for a green and digital transition. Read more »
Rwanda: Meet the 6 Rwandan Students Who Designed AI Algorithms for Chinese Satellite
Six students from Rwanda gained international recognition during World Space Week for their work in designing algorithms for the WonderJourney-1A (WJ-1A) satellite. Read more »
October 24, 2023
Rwanda: AI Has Potential to Create Jobs With Higher Economic Value, Says ICT Minister
The Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, has said that, as Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to advance, certain jobs may be displaced, but it also brings about the… Read more »
Rwanda: Global Tech Company to Set Up Cloud Computing Operations in Rwanda
American multinational computer technology company, Oracle will set up cloud computing infrastructure in Rwanda by June 2024. Read more »
Rwanda: Digital ID to Be Issued Even to Newborn Babies
As young as a newborn baby, Rwandans will soon acquire Digital Identity (ID) cards, replacing the current physical ID cards, as Rwanda continues to delve into technological… Read more »
October 19, 2023
Rwanda: Youth in Digital Health Share Experiences, Advocate for Greater Inclusivity
Young leaders and representatives of digital health organizations on Thursday, October 19, convened in Kigali to discuss the imperative of amplifying youth representation in the… Read more »
Rwanda: The New Times Reporter Wins Rwf6 Million Science, Tech Awareness Award
The National Council for Science and Technology (NCST) on Wednesday, October 18, presented the Best Science, Technology and Innovation Communicator Award to Patrick Nzabonimpa, a… Read more »
October 12, 2023
Rwanda: Mobile World Congress Kigali Set to Accelerate Digital Innovation, Enhance Connectivity
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali, Africa's largest and most influential connectivity event, is poised to accelerate digital innovation and enhance connectivity, propelling… Read more »
Rwanda: e-Waste - MPs Call on Govt to Develop Effective Removal Strategy From Homes
Members of Parliament (MPs) have called upon the government to devise a clear plan for the removal of electronic waste (e-waste) from people's homes to collection centres and,… Read more »
Rwanda: Six Rwandan Students Develop Tech to Power China's First AI Satellite
The Rwanda Space Agency (RSA) and STAR.VISION Aerospace Limited (STAR.VISION) have made a leap in satellite technology by incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into China's… Read more »