September 02, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Launches Facility to Combat Cross-Border Tax Evasion
The Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) has taken a step to curb tax evasion and avoidance by inaugurating an information exchange office dedicated to enhancing collaboration with tax… Read more »
Rwanda: Over 50 Pupils Complete Coding, Robotics Courses
Fifty-four pupils from 10 schools in Kigali have completed a coding and robotics boot camp designed for primary school children. This program primarily targeted P.5 students and… Read more »
August 31, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Revises Electrification Plan to Increase Solar Home Systems
The government has revised the National Electrification Plan (NEP) to augment the number of households connected to the national grid and bolster off-grid solutions, The New Times… Read more »
Rwanda: Businesses Brace for New Night-Time Regulations
Businesses, such as bars and nightclubs, are bracing for the impact of new regulations, which set a closing time for all night-time activities. The regulations come into effect… Read more »
Rwanda: UK Minister Andrew Mitchell Unveils First Digital Library in Rwanda
Andrew Mitchell, the United Kingdom's Minister of State for Development and Africa on Thursday, August 31, presided over the launch of the British Council's Digital Library, which… Read more »
Africa: Sky-High Success - Artistes Soaring With Private Jets
A new trend has emerged among the elite of the African music industry - owning, or renting, private jets. While the concept of African artistes acquiring such luxurious assets… Read more »
Rwanda: Bralirwa Partners With Bboxx Rwanda to Support Off-Grid Households With Solar Energy in Ngororero District
Bralirwa Plc, through its social impact initiatives, partnered with Bboxx Rwanda to support off-grid households with provision of solar energy in Muhororo sector in Ngororero… Read more »
August 30, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda's Progressive Legislation on Labour Shows Focused Commitment to Quality of Life
Rwanda's Vision 2050, otherwise known as 'the Rwanda We Want" which articulates the country's strategic direction in the coming decades, has one major underlying goal; improving… Read more »
August 29, 2023
Rwanda: New Envoys Pledge to Deepen Trade Ties
New envoys from different countries have expressed their commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation with Rwanda in various sectors, including ICT, agriculture, artificial… Read more »
Rwanda: Sand Mining Business Thrives in Western Province
Sand extraction from the Sebeya and Giciye rivers, located in Rubavu and Nyabihu districts, has evolved into a thriving industry, capitalizing on the surging construction… Read more »
August 28, 2023
Rwanda: Agri-Business Experts on Need for Inclusive Workforce Recruitment
Agri-business players are urging fellow business people to prioritise hiring based on competence, rather than overlooking capable individuals living with disabilities. Those who… Read more »
Rwanda: Fraud in Ticketing as Public Transport Woes Linger
Shortage of public buses in Rwanda has been a persistent problem that has resulted in a range of issues for travellers. From being late for work or home due to long queues at bus… Read more »
August 24, 2023
Rwanda: Pakistani Firm Eyes Setting Up Industrial Park in Rwanda - Envoy
In 2021, Pakistan opened for the first time its high commission in Rwanda having residence in Kigali, a move that was attributed to the growing interest of bilateral and economic… Read more »
Kenya: Tiktok to Open Kenya Office
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew says an office will be set up in Kenya to help coordinate the app's operations in the continent, The Standard Kenya reports. Read more »
August 23, 2023
Rwanda: Govt Cracks Down on 100 Illegal Mines
Local government leaders are intensifying efforts to clamp down on approximately 100 illegal mines, following a recent directive from the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board… Read more »
August 21, 2023
Africa: AfCFTA - Five Challenges Limiting Youth From Engaging in Trade
For the success of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which is expected to create a market of 1.3 billion people with a combined GDP of $3.4 trillion, the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Ranks 5th in Africa for Fintech Startup Funding
In the first half of 2023, Rwanda secured fifth position in fintech startup funding across Africa, according to data compiled by Afridigest's Fintech Transactions Database. Read more »
Rwanda: RURA Clarifies on Ride-Sharing Concerns as Public Transport Challenges Persist
In response to concerns raised by different individuals on social media platforms regarding a perceived shortage of available vehicles and the potential legal consequences of… Read more »
August 17, 2023
Rwanda: Central Bank Raises Lending Rate to 7.5%
Rwanda's central bank says it has increased, by 50 percentage points, its lending rate to 7.5 per cent to strengthen its fight against the current inflationary pressures, among… Read more »
Rwanda: Five Things to Know About Proposed Rubavu Port
Construction work on the Rubavu port, set to become the largest port on Lake Kivu, has reached 74 per cent completion status. Read more »
August 16, 2023
Africa: Five Things African Countries Can Do to Optimize AfCFTA
Until the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) plays its role of aggregating and integrating small and medium enterprises, it will remain a mere 'Podium to the Streets'… Read more »
Rwanda: How Illegal Miners Vandalised Rwf2 Billion Water Supply System
Eastern Province officials say that illegal miners have caused extensive damage worth Rwf1.8 billion of a water supply system in Gatsibo district. Richard Gasana, the mayor of… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Goods Can Now Access African Markets Duty-Free - Trade Minister
Goods from Rwanda can now access the Gabon, Ghana, Togo, Botswana, and South African markets duty-free, while at the same time, service providers from Côte d'Ivoire,… Read more »
August 15, 2023
Rwanda: Police Moves to Enforce Order for Public Buses to Keep Interior Lights On
In a bid to enhance road safety, the Rwanda National Police on Monday, August 14, impounded more than 200 vehicles, including cars and motorcycles, due to violations of lighting… Read more »
August 16, 2023
Rwanda: 20 Arrested Over Illegal Mining
At least 20 people from the sectors of Rugarama and Kiziguro in Gatsibo district have so far been arrested for illegal mining in a government gazette forest as well as residents'… Read more »