Rwanda innovation

Rwanda Introduces New Tender Framework to Prioritize Innovation

The government of Rwanda has introduced reforms to its public procurement system aimed at encouraging innovation and increasing opportunities for local companies. The changes will allow innovation‑driven government contracts to follow specialized procedures instead of the traditional procurement framework. The reform was established through a ministerial order issued on February 13 by the Ministry of Finance and Economic…

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Rwanda’s High Commission in the UK launches AI chatbot

Rwanda High Commission in UK Introduces AI Chatbot to Enhance Service Delivery

Rwanda High Commission in the United Kingdom has launched a new artificial intelligence–powered chatbot called Nshuti, designed to improve service delivery and provide faster access to consular information. The digital assistant aims to help Rwandans living abroad and other users obtain important information instantly, reducing the need for long phone calls or waiting in queues. AI Tool…

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Artificial Intelligence

AI Gender Gap Emerges as Women Show Greater Skepticism Toward Workplace Tools

New research suggests that enthusiasm for artificial intelligence differs significantly between men and women in the workplace. A recent survey indicates that men are generally more optimistic about the technology, while many women remain cautious about its growing role in professional environments. According to CNBC’s fifth annual Women at Work survey conducted with SurveyMonkey, 69…

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Skilla Africa

Skilla Africa Platform Builds Creator Economy for Educators

A New Learning Platform Connecting Skills and Opportunity Global Nexus Institute has introduced Skilla Africa, a new digital learning platform designed to connect educators and learners across the world. The initiative aims to help students develop practical skills while also creating opportunities for professionals to monetize their knowledge through teaching. The platform emerged after the…

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Citizens registering biometric data for Rwanda’s e-Ndangamuntu digital ID project.

Over 1.8 Million Registered in Rwanda’s e-Ndangamuntu Digital ID Project

More than 1.8 million people have already been photographed and registered under Rwanda’s national digital identity initiative, known as e-Ndangamuntu, according to the Ministry of ICT and Innovation. Speaking before Senators on February 24, 2026, the Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, confirmed that 1,828,763 individuals have so far completed biometric enrollment as part…

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Bad Bunny

Bad Bunny to Star in Film Inspired by Puerto Rican Revolutionary

Global music star Bad Bunny will take on his first leading film role in the historical drama Porto Rico. The cast also includes Javier Bardem and Edward Norton. René Pérez, known as Residente, directs the project. Producers have developed the film since 2023. The story draws inspiration from José Maldonado Román, a revolutionary figure from…

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Bruce Melodie speaking at the National Consultative Forum Umushyikirano

Bruce Melodie Reveals How President Kagame’s Name Helped His Music Career Globally

Rwandan musician Bruce Melodie has revealed that the international reputation of President Paul Kagame has played a significant role in easing his professional journey abroad, saying that mentioning the President’s name often helped open doors during international engagements. The artist made the remarks on February 6, 2026, while speaking at the 20th National Consultative Forum…

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