June 21, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda, Zambia Look to Strengthen South-South Cooperation
Rwanda and Zambia have cultivated a robust partnership over the years, making notable progress in implementing various collaboration agreements. Despite recent global shocks that… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Take Part in Paris Summit on Global Green Financing
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente will lead Rwanda's delegation that will take part in a Summit for a New Global Financing Pact in Paris, France, from Thursday, June 22 to Friday,… Read more »
Rwanda: No Winner in Limiting Space for Women in Fintech - First Lady
Financial technology, commonly known as fintech, is regarded as one of the most forward-looking industries of the last decade. The industry has created a new paradigm for jobs and… Read more »
June 19, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda's Economy Grows By 9.2% Despite Drop in Food Crop Production
Rwanda's economy experienced a robust growth of 9.2 percent in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, as revealed by a report from the National Institute of… Read more »
June 16, 2023
Rwanda: Govt Increases Import Tax on Construction Materials to Spur Local Production
In an effort to strengthen local production, the government has announced a 10% increase in customs duty on imported construction materials, including metal tubes, doors, windows,… Read more »
June 19, 2023
Rwanda: Govt to List Households in Extreme Poverty for Support
The government has taken a proactive step towards assisting households in extreme poverty by initiating a comprehensive listing process, with the aim of providing support next… Read more »
June 17, 2023
Rwanda: Bank of Kigali Takes Affordable Housing Mortgage Loans Scheme to Workers
The Bank of Kigali has launched an initiative to inform human resource professionals about its mortgage financing products, with the goal of making housing more accessible and… Read more »
June 20, 2023
Rwanda: Nine Products Exempted From Taxes in New Budget
Some products will not be taxed in the next financial year as a result of tax policy reforms which aim at sustaining the economic recovery path from the Covid-19 pandemic impact,… Read more »
East Africa: Regional MPs Tell Leaders to Lower Flight Costs
The cost of air travel within the East African Community (EAC) region is still very high, making flying more of a preserve for those who are relatively well-off, the regional… Read more »
Rwanda: Over 25,000 Teachers Benefit From Innovative Project to Enhance ICT Utilisation in Schools
A total of 25,076 teachers benefited from the Capacity Development for ICT in Education (CADIE) project, which aimed to facilitate the effective use of ICT in Teaching and… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda to Spend Over Rwf5 Trillion in Next Fiscal Year
Rwanda will spend slightly over Rwf5 trillion in the fiscal year 2023/24, which represents an increase of Rwf265 billion or 6 per cent compared to Rwf4.7 trillion announced in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Bank of Kigali Transforms Tax Payment With Digital System
Bank of Kigali has been a pioneer in embracing innovation, revolutionising banking by making it more accessible and convenient for customers through digital solutions. Read more »
June 14, 2023
Rwanda: Zoonotic Diseases and Their Relation to Humans
Livestock is one of the most important assets of the poor to meet livelihood needs. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), animal diseases are crucial… Read more »
June 12, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda's Consumer Prices on a Steady Decelerating Trend
Consumer prices in Rwanda continued on a downward trend, with an increase of 14.1 percent in May compared to the 17.8 percent recorded in April 2023. Read more »
Rwanda: RSSB Pledges More Social Security Coverage After ILO Training
Rwandans should expect extended social security coverage, especially for workers in the informal economy, for improved welfare following knowledge and skills that the Rwanda Social… Read more »
Rwanda: World Day Against Child Labor - How Are Rwandan Entities Curbing the Vice
Child labour remains a serious issue affecting millions worldwide, robbing children of their childhood, education, and future. Each year, on June 12, Rwanda joins the world in… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Consumer Prices Declined to 14% in May
Consumer prices in Rwanda continued on a downward trend, with a decline of 14.1 percent in May compared to the 17.8 percent recorded in April 2023. Read more »
Rwanda: Tax Justice Critical for Inclusive Development
It as an incontrovertible truth that tax systems can contribute to social justice by raising revenues for public spending on services and fostering equitable economic development,… Read more »
June 10, 2023
Rwanda: EU-Rwanda Business Forum to Boost Trade, Investments
Hundreds of business operators from Europe and Rwanda will gather in Kigali, from June 26-27, 2023 for the EU-Rwanda Business Forum to explore investment and trade opportunities,… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Set to Use Locally Assembled Volkswagen Electric Tractors
Rwandan farmers will start using electric tractors assembled in Rwanda by Volkswagen, a move that the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (MINAGRI) said will contribute to… Read more »
June 11, 2023
Rwanda: Google's Flood Forecasting System Expanded to Rwanda
Rwanda has become one of the 60 countries that will benefit from Google's Flood Hub, an advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform designed for flood forecasting. The Flood Hub… Read more »
June 12, 2023
Rwanda: eSim Cards - What You Need to Know as Local Telcos Plan Rollout
In a significant technological breakthrough, local telecom companies are preparing for the imminent launch of eSIM (embedded SIM) cards. An eSIM is a digital version of a physical… Read more »
Rwanda: Six Key Proposed Changes in Vat Tax Bill
Taxpayers including businesses could get a relief if the proposed changes in the draft law establishing value added tax (VAT) are adopted by Parliament. Read more »
June 08, 2023
Rwanda: Why New Tax Procedures Law is a Big Deal
On March 31, Rwanda enacted the new tax procedures law, repealing the 2019 law and all prior legal provisions that are in conflict with it. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda to Extend Avocado Export By Sea After Successful Initial Shipment
Rwanda is set to continue its trial of avocado exports by sea freight after a successful initial shipment to Dubai in November, last year. The pilot shipment, which transported… Read more »