March 18
Rwanda: Rwanda-Zimbabwe Ties Show the Potential of Intra-Africa Trade
The Rwanda-Zimbabwe Business Forum which went underway on Monday serves as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of South-South cooperation. The 50% surge in trade… Read more »
Rwanda: Can Rwanda-Zimbabwe Business Community Drive AfCFTA Realization?
Trade between Rwanda and Zimbabwe increased by 50 per cent in three years, owing to business engagement efforts, representing potential to boost the implementation of the African… Read more »
March 12
Rwanda: Rwanda, Tanzania Commit to Stronger Trade, Energy Ties
Rwanda's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Vincent Biruta, and his Tanzanian counterpart, January Makamba, committed to boosting the two countries'… Read more »
December 18, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda, Germany Cement Bilateral Ties in Trade, Pharmaceuticals
Rwanda and Germany foreign ministers, on December 18, held bilateral talks aimed at strengthening relations between both countries in various areas of trade, research, and… Read more »
December 13, 2023
Rwanda: Revamped Kagitumba-Rusumo Road Credited for Easing Movement, Trade
A 208-kilometer Kagitumba-Kayonza-Rusumo asphalt road project has facilitated movement of people and goods, as well as trade by reducing the time it takes to do business, and… Read more »
November 29, 2023
East Africa: PM Ngirente Commends Intra-EAC Trade Growth
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has said the East African Community (EAC) registered commendable progress in intra-regional trade, since the coming into force of its customs union… Read more »
November 11, 2023
Central Africa: Rwanda's Biggest Port to Open in December 2023
The construction of Rubavu port stands at 96 percent and the port is set to open in December, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
November 09, 2023
Africa: ACFTA - Leveraging Continental Integration for Food Security Objectives
Africa is the most food insecure continent in the world despite its huge agricultural potential. In 2021, about a fifth of the continent's population faced hunger. Furthermore,… Read more »
November 06, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda, Dubai Businesses Mull Strengthened Trade Relations
Rwanda's trade with Dubai continues to grow substantially, thanks in large part to several developments that have established new business links on both sides, officials have said. Read more »
November 04, 2023
Africa: New Deal for African, U.S. Companies to Partner Under Africa Free Trade Agreement
African and US companies will soon enjoy a partnership of trading and investment building on provisions provided under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). Read more »
October 03, 2023
Africa: Govts Urged to Leverage Continental Free Trade Pact to Tackle Food Insecurity
African governments have been urged to fast-track the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in order to solve food security issues that affect more… Read more »
September 19, 2023
Rwanda: Economy Grew By 6.3% in Second Quarter
Rwanda recorded 6.3% GDP growth in the second quarter of 2023 following 9.2% growth in the first quarter, according to figures released by the National Institute of Statistics… Read more »
September 10, 2023
Africa: 10 Benefits for African Union As a Member of the G20
The African Union (AU) on September 9 formally secured its seat within the G20, after accepting an invitation extended by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G20 summit… Read more »
September 05, 2023
Africa: Are the Balances of the World Evolving With the Brics Summit? Where Is Africa in That?
The eyes of the whole world were turned to the BRICS summit held in Johannesburg, South Africa on August 22-24. Because, in the changing world dynamics, the idea of activating a… Read more »
September 04, 2023
East Africa: Ministers, Businesses Call for 40% Increase in Regional Trade
East African Community (EAC) ministers and the business community have urged member-states and the bloc's secretariat to commit to an increase of 40 per cent in regional trade over… 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 »
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 »
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: 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 14, 2023
Rwanda: Why 35 Rwandan Firms Can Import Sugar Duty-Free This Year
In a move aimed at bolstering local industries and promoting economic growth, the government has authorized 35 domestic manufacturers to import over 213,000 tonnes of sugar for… Read more »
August 01, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda-Uganda Border Crossing Sees Surge in Trade
Trade between Rwanda and Uganda, particularly in Burera District, has experienced a significant upswing since the reopening of the border between the two countries in January 2022. Read more »
July 26, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Poised to Meet U.S.$1.5 Billion Mineral Export Target - Regulator
Rwanda's mineral export earnings reached $609 million (over Rwf716 billion) in the first six months of 2023, according to the regulator of the country's mining sector. Read more »
July 25, 2023
Rwanda: Gold Tops Rwanda Mineral Exports
Rwanda's mineral exports brought in over $362 million (nearly Rwf 426 billion) between April and June 2023, according to the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB). 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 06, 2023
Rwanda: Rwempasha Border 'Will Boost Trade, Help Curb Illegal Crossings'
Residents in Rwempasha sector, Nyagatare District, can now enjoy the convenience of shorter travel distances to and from Uganda with the reopening of Rwempasha border post. Read more »