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How can Big Data benefit Insurance?

September 16, 2020September 16, 2020

Humans are surrounded by uncertainties which cannot be foreseen. However, they can take certain precautions to mitigate the impact and…

Magufuli and Social Media- Is Jamii Forums Africa’s WikiLeaks?

December 22, 2016December 29, 2016

Academics need to take note of ordinary Tanzanians leveraging social media for change.

Amani Festival: Using Music to promote peaceful coexistence in The Great Lakes

February 19, 2016March 9, 2016

In years back the Great Lakes region of central Africa, geographically comprised of Rwanda, DR Congo and Burundi has been…

One on one with a social entrepreneur

January 18, 2016January 30, 2016

“My final goal is to create an incubator in Comoros Islands.”

Rwanda can reap from Internet of Things, say experts

November 26, 2015November 26, 2015

Internet of Things, a technology trend that involves connected devices solving problems is gaining increasing popularity in Africa.

Q&A with Caylee Talpert

November 22, 2015November 22, 2015

Deputy Director for Pears Program talks to Vijana FM about the Israeli experience in Rwanada’s tech space.

Skills gap weighs down ICT sector

January 31, 2015February 1, 2015

Rwanda’s ICT sector needs more than 13,000 qualified and skilled human resources in various areas.

Tech students compete in a global innovation challenge

April 28, 2014April 29, 2014

Youth group Agristars wins Microsoft software competition with a tool that analyzes soil.

Q&A with Julia Cumes

March 25, 2014March 26, 2014

Vijana FM in Rwanda talks to Julia Cumes, a professional photographer from South Africa.

Five questions with Laterite’s Sachin Gathani

February 26, 2014March 24, 2014

Laterite is a research firm currently operating in Rwanda, Malawi and Burundi. It is primarily run by young people, so…

Art Jam, an amazing creative evening

October 15, 2013January 21, 2014

Art lovers from varied parts of the world living in Rwanda spent an active artistic weekend evening last Saturday at Inema Arts Center.

Malia Carine takes her hit music to her motherland

April 16, 2013January 21, 2014

The talented singer has been performing in various entertainment events at different venues in Kigali.

Photo:K Lab Rwanda

Developers of agriculture apps showcase their projects to attract investors

February 9, 2013February 12, 2013

‘Meet the Market’ took place recently at K Lab in Kigali, Rwanda.

Questions & Answers with Aimée Umugeni

December 27, 2012January 5, 2013

Ms. Mugeni is one of young actors who have been acting for a long a time in the soap opera, her character is Nyiraneza. She recently talked to Vijana FM about her role, her future plans, and shared her message to the girls and East African youth among others.

Kigali fashion week closes in style

December 9, 2012January 5, 2013

Kigali Fashion Week is an inspiration and encouragement to boost and nurture innovation in both creative and commercial endeavors in Rwanda’s new era of creative economy.

Rwanda celebrates Global Entrepreneurship week with the world

November 21, 2012December 3, 2012

GEW is a worldwide event which takes place every year. From November 12-18, 2012 Rwanda participated for the second year. The week included over 45 activities and events aimed at promoting entrepreneurship, business and private sector growth.

Mahogany Jones live rocks Kigali

October 28, 2012October 28, 2012

Last Friday Kigali Hip hop lovers started their weekend in style with an amazing live performance by Mahogany Jones with her band at Petit stade in Kigali, Rwanda.

Aniflostandards Ltd: A business to improve lives and give back to the community

October 11, 2012December 21, 2012

Anita Umutoni and Florence Mukundwa are recent graduates of the Akilah Institute for Women, a college that offers a leadership and hospitality management course. They dared to take risks by starting a business while they were still in college.

Francophonie Week in Tanzania

March 22, 2012June 28, 2012

Thirteen diplomatic missions in Tanzania are jointly organizing cultural and sport events to celebrate the International Week of the “Francophonie” starting from March 20th to March 31st, 2012.

Sweet dreams

December 1, 2010June 28, 2012

An inspiring story about the Rwandan genocide, a troupe of female drummers and the healing power of ice cream.

People and Power

September 30, 2010September 30, 2010

In April 1994, the world watched in horror as the central African state of Rwanda tore itself apart.

Rwandan reggae spreads message of peace

August 19, 2010August 19, 2010

Rwanda’s not a nation typically recognized for its music scene. But if you spend a little time there you’ll find a selection of talented musicians ready to emerge.

Prof. Jwani Mwaikusa: Martyr for truth

July 26, 2010July 26, 2010

Professor Mwaikusa’s friends and colleagues know that whoever was responsible deprived the legal fraternity and the entire human race of an irreplaceable, independent and incorruptible mind.

Hotel Rwanda

June 21, 2010June 21, 2010

Ndugu Rusesabagina aliamua kuwa mkimya kwa muda mrefu, lakini hatimaye ameamua kuzungumza na vyombo vya habari.