Rwanda to earn over Rwf 27.5 billion from carbon market by 2026
The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) has revealed that Rwanda is set to earn more than $19 million, roughly Rwf 27.5 billion, from the international carbon market by 2026, with the funds earmarked for sustainable energy and environmental protection programs. The announcement was made on October 30, 2025, during a briefing with the Parliamentary Committee […]
Volkswagen unveils the all-electric ID. Buzz in Kigali
Volkswagen Rwanda has taken another step in the nation’s shift toward cleaner transportation, unveiling the all-electric ID. Buzz during a launch event in Kigali on October 29, 2025. The model, inspired by the classic VW Microbus, arrives as a new option within the country’s growing electric vehicle market and signals the automaker’s long-term investment in […]
Scientists grow living computers from mushrooms
In a small lab in Bristol, England, a group of researchers may have just rewritten what it means to be a computer. Their raw material? Mushrooms. Scientists at the University of the West of England and Lancaster University have unveiled a working prototype of a living computer chip made not from silicon, but from the […]
AI could detect laryngeal cancer through voice analysis
Researchers are exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can detect subtle changes in a person’s voice to identify small lesions on the vocal cords, particularly in patients with laryngeal cancer. Experts believe AI could be trained to recognize these changes within the next few years. In the United Kingdom, about 2,000 people are diagnosed with laryngeal […]
Rwanda accelerates technological growth with new AI integration initiatives
Rwanda has taken another bold step toward becoming a regional technology powerhouse as new initiatives to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) across key sectors are officially launched. The move marks a major milestone in the country’s ambition to position itself as Africa’s leading hub for innovation and digital transformation. The government, through the Ministry of ICT […]
ChatGPT shares data on how many users exhibit psychosis or suicidal thoughts.
OpenAI has released new estimates of the number of ChatGPT users who exhibit possible signs of mental health emergencies, including mania, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts.The company stated that approximately 0.07% of ChatGPT users active in a given week exhibited such signs, noting that its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot recognizes and responds to these sensitive conversations. […]
Rwanda’s tech sector surges, emerging as a key growth driver
Rwanda’s technology sector has recorded remarkable growth, emerging as one of the country’s strongest economic drivers and signaling a new era of innovation-led development. According to data from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR), the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector grew by 19 percent in the first quarter of 2025, outperforming traditional […]
Hybrid connectivity: Rwanda leading Africa’s digital bridge
In the hills and valleys of northern Rwanda, villages once cut off from the digital world are now coming online, thanks to an innovative approach known as hybrid connectivity. By combining satellite technology with traditional fiber-optic and mobile networks, Rwanda is bringing high-speed internet to communities that previously struggled with unreliable or nonexistent connections. For […]
Breakthrough in regenerative dentistry moves towards growing natural replacement teeth
A revolutionary step in regenerative dentistry is bringing the prospect of growing brand-new, natural teeth closer to reality. Instead of relying on traditional fillings or invasive implants, people may one day be able to regenerate their own teeth using their body’s biology. Scientists from King’s College London and Imperial College London have achieved a breakthrough […]
Rwanda set to begin registration for new digital ID
Rwanda is preparing to launch a major milestone in its digital transformation journey, theregistration for its new national Digital ID. The National Identification Agency (NIDA)announced that the registration process will officially begin on October 28, 2025, startingwith pilot districts Nyanza, Huye, and Gisagara. During this pilot phase, which will run until November 23, 2025, more […]
