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The Higher Education Council (HEC) says strengthening research and innovation in universities is essential to addressing labour market needs and preparing graduates to create jobs.
Rayon Sports F.C. secured a comfortable 2–0 victory over second-division side City Boys F.C. in the first leg of the Peace Cup round of 16 on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Kigali Pele Stadium.
Businesses supported by Akagera National Park generated more than Rwf800 million (approximately $555,242) in 2025, benefiting around 1,200 cooperative members living in communities neighboring the park.
The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and the Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF) have reaffirmed their commitment to joint border security during the seventh meeting of their Joint Border Commanders.
The Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB), in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB), has launched a $9 million initiative to address climate-related challenges in the Western Province.
The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) has launched the construction of five modern drying facilities designed to reduce post-harvest losses of chili and onions, strengthening Rwanda’s agricultural value chain.
Rwanda’s Prime Minister, Justin Nsengiyumva, on February 16, 2026, met with Belén Calvo Uyarra, Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Rwanda, to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
European business leaders have welcomed the official opening of the Embassy of Denmark in Rwanda, describing it as a significant step toward deepening trade and investment ties between the two countries.
Catholics around the world on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, observed Ash Wednesday, marking the formal beginning of the 40-day Lenten season, a period of prayer, fasting and spiritual renewal in the Catholic Church.
The Government of Rwanda has signed a three-year partnership agreement with US-based artificial intelligence firm Anthropic aimed at accelerating the use of AI across education, healthcare and public administration.