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Zimbabwe Ambassador encourages Zimbabwean teachers to embrace Rwanda and strengthen bilateral ties

H.E. Prof. Charity Manyeruke, Ambassador of the Republic of Zimbabwe to Rwanda (third from right), joins university and local officials for a group photo during her welcome visit to the University of Rwanda – Rukara Campus.. H.E Prof Chrity Manyeruke, Ambassador of the Republic of Ximbabwe to...

October 3, 2026

From vision to transformation : How TELLS Is shaping the future of higher education at the University of Rwanda

Dr. Mathias Nduwingoma, TELLS Project Coordinator at UR-CE, presents the achievements, impact, and legacy of the TELLS Project during the 5th Annual International TELLS Conference. The Transformative Higher Education and Lifelong Learning for Sustainable Growth (TELLS) Project has left a...

September 18, 2026

AI and the future of education : Why people must come first

Prof. Florien Nsanganwimana, Principal of the University of Rwanda-College of Education, addresses participants during the 5th Annual International TELLS Conference, emphasizing the importance of human-centred innovation in education. Artificial intelligence is transforming education in ways...

September 17, 2026

Academics and education stakeholders explore how Higher Learning Institutions can keep pace with AI

Artificial Intelligence is advancing faster than most institutions can predict. New tools emerge almost daily, transforming how people learn, teach, conduct research and make decisions. For universities, the challenge is no longer whether AI will shape the future of education, but whether higher...

August 31, 2026

More than a college centre : Prof. Florien Nsanganwimana reflects on CODeL’s strategic role at the University of Rwanda

UR-CE Principal Prof. Florien Nsanganwimana underscores CODeL’s University-wide mission during the leadership handover ceremony at UR Rukara Campus. While the leadership handover at the Centre for Open, Distance and e-Learning (CODeL) marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another,...

August 6, 2026

From digitalization to learning impact : Dr. Evariste Twahirwa’s vision for CODeL

Dr. Evariste Twahirwa receives CODeL leadership from outgoing Director Dr. Olivier Habimana, witnessed by UR-CE Principal Prof. Florien Nsanganwimana. As the new Director of the Centre for Open, Distance and e-Learning (CODeL), Dr. Evariste Twahirwa sees the next phase of digital transformation...

August 6, 2026

A journey of growth : Dr. Olivier Habimana reflects on his path from student to leader

Dr. Olivier Habimana reflects on his journey from student to Director during the CODeL leadership handover ceremony at UR Rukara Campus. For Dr. Olivier Habimana, leadership at the University of Rwanda has been the culmination of a journey that began in the classroom and evolved through years...

August 6, 2026

Strengthening academic integrity in the age of AI : UR lecturers gain practical skills in Turnitin

Leon Ntabomvura, Training Lead at CODeL, delivers a presentation on Turnitin, demonstrating how the platform can help lecturers promote academic integrity, assess originality, and navigate the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in higher education. As Artificial Intelligence (AI)...

June 27, 2026

Teaching smarter, not replacing teachers : UR academics explore the future of AI in education

Dr. Mathias Nduwingoma delivers a presentation on Artificial Intelligence in Education, encouraging academic staff to embrace AI as a tool for enhancing teaching and learning while maintaining ethical and responsible practices. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries...

June 26, 2026

Education stakeholders chart a sustainable future through innovation and inclusion at an international education conference

Educationalists, development partners, policymakers, and other key stakeholders convened for the three-day International Conference on Re-shaping Education for Sustainable Development (ICRESD), organised by UR- College of Education and its partners. Held under the theme, "Building a Sustainable...

June 25, 2026

Hands-on Biology experiments boost scientific skills in rwandan secondary schools

A study conducted by researchers from the University of Rwanda College of Education (UR-CE) and the African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS) has found that hands-on Biology laboratory experiments significantly enhance science process...

June 24, 2026

UR academic staff sharpen digital teaching skills through CODeL and AI training

A section of participants during the CODeL and Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program training on effective utilization of CODeL Centre facilities and ethical AI use in education. Academic staff from the University of Rwanda’s seven colleges are participating in a five-day workshop aimed at...

June 24, 2026

Research explores school based mindfulness intervention to support student wellbeing in Sub Saharan Africa

As schools across Africa seek innovative approaches to improve both learning outcomes and student wellbeing, mindfulness is emerging as a promising educational tool. A study presented by Ali Kareeba from the University of Rwanda College of Education at the 4th International Conference on Re...

June 24, 2026

Teacher Development Boosts Students’ Interest in STEM

A pathway to STEM Rwanda’s efforts to build a science- and technology-driven economy depend largely on attracting more students into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields. New research presented by Prof. Pheneas Nkundabakura of the University of Rwanda-College of...

June 24, 2026

UR-CE researchers highlight the impact of case-based learning on Biology education in Rwanda

A study by researchers from the University of Rwanda College of Education (UR-CE) has revealed that strengthening teachers’ capacity to use case-based learning can significantly improve the teaching and learning of biology in lower secondary schools. Published in the International Journal of...

June 23, 2026

HEP-TED achievements take centre stage at International Conference on Re-shaping Education for Sustainable Development

Participants and guests join Mrs. Tengera Kayitare Françoise, University of Rwanda Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance, for a group photo following the official opening of ICRESD 2026. The achievements of the Higher Education Pedagogies for Teacher Education (HEP-TED) Project took centre stage...

June 22, 2026

Research reveals how student disruptive behaviors affect learning and teacher student relationships in Rwandan schools

Classrooms are expected to be spaces where learners engage with knowledge, develop critical thinking skills, and build positive relationships with their teachers and peers. However, disruptive student behaviors can interfere with these goals, creating challenges that affect both learning and the...

June 21, 2026

Co-Creation workshop puts persons with disabilities at the centre of data-driven inclusion

Participants in the DDI Co-Creation Workshop display artwork symbolizing the power of co-creation in advancing accessible and inclusive disability data for evidence-based decision-making. Reliable data is essential for shaping policies, programmes, and services that respond to the needs of...

June 20, 2026