UR has welcomed the third cohort of 28 students into its Master of Science in Biotechnology program, marking another milestone in the country's efforts to build a highly skilled workforce capable of driving innovation in health, agriculture, environmental management, and industry.
The program is supported through a partnership with BK Foundation, which provides scholarships for students, and the European Union, through the Kwigira Project, which contributes technical expertise, educational resources, laboratory equipment, and other logistical support to strengthen biotechnology training...
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Energy experts and researchers have highlighted the financial challenges facing electric utilities across Sub-Saharan Africa, where access to reliable and affordable electricity remains a major development concern.
During a seminar held on 26 May 2026, held at the African Centre of Excellence in Energy for Sustainable Development, (ACEESD) facilitated by Dr. Govinda R. Timilsina, Senior Research Economist at the Development Research Group of the World Bank Group, participants discussed the key factors affecting the financial performance of electricity utilities in the region.
The...
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The College of Science and Technology empowered 40 outstanding female students from five STEM-focused secondary schools through a hands-on workshop on Mine Wastewater Geochemistry and Environmental Monitoring. The initiative sought to expose young women to practical scientific research while inspiring them to pursue careers in environmental science, mining, geology, and related fields.
During the workshop, the students conducted an assessment of wastewater from the Gifurwe mine concession in Rwanda’s Northern Province. Through laboratory analysis and data interpretation, they examined...
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On 27 April 2026, the first technical training of the China–Rwanda Belt and Road Joint Laboratory on Intelligent Transportation Infrastructure was held, paving the way for the operationalization of the laboratory, one of the key milestones in strengthening cooperation between Rwanda and China.
The training took place at the University of Rwanda, College of Science and Technology (UR-CST).
Established under the Belt and Road Initiative, the Joint Laboratory represents a significant step forward in deepening bilateral collaboration. More importantly, it provides a strategic...
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A stakeholders’ consultation workshop was held at the College of Science and Technology to consolidate ideas for the establishment of the Centre for Advanced Studies in Water and Environment (CASWE). The process is supported by the UR–Sweden Programme under its subprogram, Enhancing Water Resources and Environmental Management for Sustainable Livelihoods in Rwanda (E-WREM-SLR).
The workshop discussed and deliberated on four key components, namely the Centre’s governance and institutional positioning, academic programmes and research focus, resource mobilization and partnerships, as...
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Twenty-three PhD students pursuing various specializations at the African Centre of Excellence in Data Science have successfully completed a one-week training in English for Academic Writing and Publication, as part of the requirements of their academic journey. The training took place from 18 to 22 March 2026.
The training was organized by the African Centre of Excellence in Data Science (ACE-DS) in partnership with the University of Rwanda, through its Centre for Language Enhancement. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to enhancing academic excellence and supporting...
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