Rwanda has announced plans to retire its 2G and 3G mobile networks in phases, a move aimed at accelerating nationwide access to faster, more reliable and affordable digital connectivity while creating more room for the expansion of 4G and 5G services.

Akagera National Park generated more than US$1 million in commercial revenue between April and June 2026, representing a 4 per cent increase compared with the same period in 2025, according to figures shared by the park in its second-quarter newsletter.

A Cabinet meeting chaired by President Paul Kagame on Friday, July 24, 2026, approved the establishment of the Rwanda Nature Foundation (RNF), a dedicated body to strengthen the protection, conservation and sustainable management of Rwanda's wildlife and protected areas, among a raft of decisions aimed at advancing the country's digital transformation, food security, infrastructure development and international cooperation.

Rwanda has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening defence cooperation with China as the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) marked the 99th anniversary of its founding.

The United States (US) President Donald Trump has nominated Nicholas Checker as the next United States Ambassador to Rwanda.

Rwanda’s Minister of Interior, Dr. Vincent Biruta, has expressed concern over what he described as a lack of balance in the approach taken by the United States in mediating the implementation of the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Kigali has joined the BestCities Global Alliance as its 14th member, a global network of leading convention destinations, in a move expected to strengthen Rwanda's position in the international meetings and events industry.

Rwanda has been ranked first in Africa’s anti-corruption performance, sharing the top position with Seychelles after both countries scored 76.6 points in the preliminary 2026 Ibrahim Index of African Governance (IIAG) results released by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.

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