July 23, 2023
Rwanda: Airtel Rwanda Launches Its Own 4G LTE Network
Airtel Rwanda on Saturday, July 22, announced the roll-out of its much-anticipated 4G LTE internet services for individuals, homes, and businesses. Read more »
July 20, 2023
Rwanda: Rwandan Faces 90 Charges in Kenyan Court Over Reckless Driving, Causing Death
The driver of the trailer that caused the death of 53 people has been charged with reckless driving, standard media Kenya reports. Read more »
East Africa: BRD, World Bank Partner to Issue First SDG Bond in East Africa
The introduction of the Sustainability Linked Bonds (SLBs) through local capital markets is expected to completely alter the regional financial landscape. By leveraging private… Read more »
July 19, 2023
Rwanda: Districts Partner to Build Rwf30 Billion Hotel, Golf Course
Muhanga, Kamonyi, and Ruhango districts in the Southern province have joined forces to find a contractor for the construction of a luxurious five-star hotel comprising 100 rooms. Read more »
July 15, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Airports Company Acquires Latest Aircraft Recovery Technology
Rwanda Airports Company (RAC), the operator of Kigali International Airport, has selected RESQTEC, a Dutch company specializing in aircraft recovery solutions, as its supplier for… Read more »
July 13, 2023
Rwanda: Calls Grow to Diversify Foreign Direct Investments Destinations Beyond Kigali
To promote inclusive development and maximize benefits for its people, Rwanda is being urged to proactively diversify the destinations for Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs) beyond… Read more »
Rwanda: Business Owners React to New Noise Pollution Guidelines
In response to the newly introduced new noise pollution guidelines, business owners, who have long decried the absence of clear standards, have expressed their support for the… Read more »
Rwanda: Investor Plans to Set Up 40,000 Green Homes
The Ministry of Education has encouraged an investor who aims to build 40,000 environmentally-friendly affordable houses in Rwanda to continue transferring innovative and… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt to Invest Rwf38 Billion in Cooking Gas Storage Depot
Rwanda is investing approximately Rwf38 billion in a project to establish Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) storage facilities. This initiative aims to enhance the supply, regulation,… Read more »
Rwanda: How Private Inspection Practitioners Boast Rwanda's Smart Cities' Development
Enhancing built environment compliances through professional inspection is crucial for achieving green, resilient, and sustainable cities. This can be achieved in our country… Read more »
July 11, 2023
Rwanda: Public Transport Set for Boost as New Buses Arrive
Five State-of-the-art buses have arrived as part of the measures to address the issues faced by commuters in public transportation and ensure the smooth functioning of the system.… Read more »
Rwanda: How Agaciro-Funded Firm Has Changed the Fortunes of Kirehe, Ngoma Rice Farmers
Donat Twizeyimana, a farmer who lives in Gatore sector in Kirehe District, started growing rice on a small piece of family land at the age of 18. Read more »
Rwanda: Vehicle Destroyed, Three Others Damaged in Gatsata Fire
Fire engulfed one car and slightly damaged three others in an area called 'mu Cyerekezo garage' in Gatsata sector, Gasabo District, on July 11. Read more »
Rwanda: Properties Worth Rwf235 Million Damaged By Fires - Police
The fire outbreaks that affected three different locations in the City of Kigali on Tuesday, July 11 damaged properties valued at Rwf235 million, according to preliminary… Read more »
Rwanda: Property Worth Rwf200 Million Lost in Kimironko Fire
Losses incurred by businesses gutted by an inferno in Zindiro, Kimironko Sector in Gasabo District in the wee hours of Tuesday are estimated at Rwf200 million, The New Times has… Read more »
Rwanda: Youth Minister Tips Diaspora Youth on Patriotism, Investment Opportunities
The Minister for Youth, Abdallah Utumatwishima has urged over 60 diaspora youth, who are on a transformative two-week tour of Rwanda, to be patriotic and embrace Rwanda's heritage,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Secures U.S.$20 Million for Kamonyi Electricity Network
Rwanda has signed an agreement with the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) for a concessional development loan of USD 20 million (approximately Rwf 23.3 billion) to finance the… Read more »
July 08, 2023
Rwanda: How Rwanda's Interest in the Caribbean Is Helping Fuel South-South Ties
Of late, Rwanda has continuously expressed interest in strengthening bilateral ties with the Caribbean region, drawing from the common history and development ambitions they share. Read more »
July 11, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda's Consumer Prices Rise to 13.7% in June
Rwanda's consumer prices increased by 13.7 per cent in June, at a decelerating pace from 14.1 per cent recorded in May. Read more »
July 10, 2023
Egypt: Govt Constructs U.S.$5 Billion Artificial River Parallel to River Nile
Egypt is building an artificial river, spanning 114 kilometres in length, parallel to the Nile River, Egypt Independent reported. Read more »
Rwanda: Nyaborongo II Hydroelectric Dam Construction Works Force Road Closure
Part of the Giticyinyoni-Nzove-Ruli-Gakenke Road is set to be closed effective Monday, July 10, 2023, to pave the way for the construction of the Nyabarongo II Hydropower Plant,… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Completes Construction of River Sebeya Flood Retention Dam
The Rwanda Water Resources Board on Monday, July 10 announced the completion of a flood retention dam designed to contain the floods caused by River Sebeya. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda on Course to Tackle Illicit Financial Flows
African countries have reported Ꞓ1.69 billion in additional revenues from fighting against tax evasion and illicit financial flows since 2009, a new report by Africa Initiative… Read more »
Rwanda: Top Five Projects Awaiting Rwf265 Billion Budget in City of Kigali
The Kigali City Council has approved a budget of Rwf265.9 billion for the 2023/24 fiscal year. This budget will help to implement projects under the economic transformation, social… Read more »
July 07, 2023
Rwanda: Over 40,000 Teachers Recruited to Enhance Foundational Education
Minister for Education, Valentine Uwamariya, revealed the recruitment of more than 40,000 new teachers, highlighting the ministry's commitment to strengthening the education sector… Read more »