September 10
Rwanda: Rwanda Eyes $2bn in Annual Mineral Export Earnings By 2029
The Rwandan government has set a target of about $2.2 billion in annual mineral exports by 2029, up from $1.1 billion generated in 2023. Read more »
September 08
Africa: Dangote Reclaims Title of Africa's Richest Person
Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote has regained the first place as Africa's richest person, unseating Johann Rupert who had claimed the title in late August, according to… Read more »
September 07
Africa: Over $44bn Expected in Intra-Africa Trade, Investment Deals
African businesses and states are expected to close in trade and investment deals estimated at more than $44 billion during the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025, Afreximbank announced… Read more »
September 08
Rwanda: Rwanda's Bold New Mining Law Sets Stage for Mineral Boom
Rwanda's mining industry has long been a pillar of its economic growth, and recent figures underscore its significance. In 2023, the sector generated more than $1.1 billion, up… Read more »
September 04
Rwanda: Long-Awaited Driving Tests Using Automatic Transmission Vehicles to Begin Monday
Rwanda National Police (RNP) Department of Testing and Licensing has announced that driving tests using automatic transmission vehicles will begin on Monday, September 9. Read more »
Africa: 7 Major 'Contract-Talks' Investors Seek From China-Africa Summit
Africa summit kicked-off on Wednesday, September 4, with leaders of African countries meeting and discussing policies and cooperation agreements with the Chinese government. Read more »
Rwanda: Is Eating Healthy, Nutritious Foods Becoming a Costly Affair?
As the world convenes in Rwanda for the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) to discuss practical ways of transforming African food systems by unleashing their full potential, one… Read more »
Africa: A New Global Tax Order Could Benefit Africa
Africa's efforts in mobilising more domestic revenue for the many development needs the continent has could soon be enhanced as the change of the global taxation system starts to… Read more »
Rwanda: Why We Urgently Need an Ai Act and a Regulatory Agency
Just as I was relaxing on my veranda, trying to catch up with what has been happening in the showbiz world, I stumbled upon a video of an RDF soldier making some 'statements.' Read more »
September 05
Africa: Kagame Joins Africa, China Leaders in 2024 Focac Summit Opening Ceremony
President Paul Kagame on Thursday, September 5, joined leaders from the continent and from China for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)… Read more »
September 04
Rwanda: BPR Bank Rwanda Engages Entrepreneurs, Empowers SMEs With Key Financial Insights
BPR Bank Rwanda hosted a session at Norrsken House Kigali, on Tuesday, September 3, designed to facilitate conversations with entrepreneurs and encourage the exchange of ideas and… Read more »
Africa: Focac Offers a New Dawn for Africa-China Ties
The Forum On China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), which kicks off this week, marks a significant milestone in the burgeoning relationship between China and Africa. As the premier… Read more »
September 02
Rwanda: AFS Forum - Farmers, Experts Make Case for Increased Soil Testing Technology
Agricultural experts and farmers have made a case for increased finance to scale up soil health testing technology as a way of ensuring that fertilizers and seeds are applied on… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandair Records 80% Revenue Growth in 2023
RwandAir targets to double its current fleet within five years, from the current 12 airplanes, in line with sustaining a significant revenue growth it registered in 2023, the… Read more »
August 29
Rwanda: Lithium Exploration Holds Immense Potential for Rwanda
Aterian Plc, a British mineral exploration company with operations in Rwanda, announced that it will kick off major drilling activities for lithium in September in Huye District in… Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali International Airport Conducts Bomb Attack Response Drills
Rwanda Airports Company (RAC) on Thursday, August 29, conducted a simulation exercise for a bomb attack response to test Kigali International Airport's preparedness and… Read more »
August 28
Rwanda: New Ibimina Regulation to Ensure Security, Accountability
The new legislation governing tontines - commonly known as ibimina - is expected to deter mismanagement of funds saved by members and help to ensure accountability for the growth… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt to Recruit Finance Managers for Primary Schools
The Ministry of Education has embarked on recruiting 'accountant secretaries' that will help primary schools manage finances. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Lithium Exploration Efforts Reach Advanced Stage
Rwanda's latest lithium exploration efforts have entered advanced stages as companies involved are preparing to commence core-drilling. Read more »
Rwanda: Six New Tilapia Hatcheries to Help Scale Up Fish Production in Rwanda
In a move aimed at enhancing fish farming in the country, the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB), on Tuesday, August 27 gave greenlight to six private… Read more »
August 26
Rwanda: Made in Rwanda - Boosting Local Production Vital to Address Trade Deficit, Experts Say
Local players in Rwanda's economic landscape affirm the need to catalyze efforts and investments in promoting the Made in Rwanda initiative to boost economic growth and bridge the… Read more »
August 27
Rwanda: RRA Opens 2024 Immovable Property Tax Declarations
Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) has opened the declaration process for the 2024 immovable property tax, encouraging concerned taxpayers to declare and pay early, rather than waiting… Read more »
August 26
Rwanda: Nine Priority Sectors for New Industrial Policy in Rwanda
The Cabinet, on August 23, approved Rwanda Industrial Policy which the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM) indicated aims to contribute to Rwanda's Vision 2050 by accelerating… Read more »
August 23
Rwanda: City Mayor Pledges Faster Issuance of Construction Permits
The Mayor of City of Kigali, Samuel Dusengiyumva, who was re-elected for a five-year term on Thursday, August 22, has pledged to improve service delivery, including by reducing the… Read more »
Rwanda: Central Bank Chief Economist On Inflation Development, Economic Growth
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR) reduced its key interest rate, known as the central bank policy rate, from 7 per cent to 6.5 per cent, on… Read more »