When going viral turns fatal: The hidden dangers of social media trends

In today’s digital world, social media has become a powerful tool for success, creativity, and connection. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are helping millions—especially young people—build careers, share ideas, and even earn money, all from their smartphones. But alongside the rise of this digital lifestyle comes a darker reality: dangerous trends that have cost […]

Smart tech, lazy minds? The rise of AI among university students

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly popular tool among university students, raising both opportunities and concerns. While AI offers speed and convenience, educators are beginning to worry about its impact on learning and critical thinking. Between 2022 and 2023, AI tools such as ChatGPT experienced a major surge in use, with […]

Earning money online: How Irumva Gad became a ‘Digital Hustler’

In a world rapidly shifting from physical workspaces to digital platforms, young people are rewriting the script of employment. Across Rwanda and much of Africa, digital hustles are becoming more than just side gigs; they’re transforming into vital lifelines. One such young Rwandan leading this charge is Irumva Gad, the visionary founder of Kigali News […]

Rwandan college student breaks new ground with self-made mobile apps

A student at the University of Rwanda, Rukara College of Education, has stunned peers and lecturers alike by developing mobile applications for both Android and iPhone platforms, beginning from a scientific calculator he built from scratch after his phone version had a glitch. Driven by curiosity and a problem-solving spirit, Umuhire Arthemon turned a personal […]