Oman’s low-cost carrier SalamAir is set to launch direct flights between Muscat and Kigali, marking its entry into the Rwandan market as it expands its footprint in Africa.

 China's zero-tariff policy for 53 African diplomatic partners demonstrates the shared commitment of China and Africa to contributing to global peace and development with stability, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Wednesday, adding that China will steadily enhance trade facilitation with Africa. Lin made the remarks at a regular news briefing in response […]

Akagera National Park recorded strong performance in the first quarter of 2026, generating more than $1.3 million, equivalent to over Rwf 1.9 billion, between January and March.

Rwanda has warned that fuel prices are likely to keep increasing, as the government urges citizens to adopt more cautious consumption habits in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Twelve entrepreneurs have entered a residential bootcamp designed to prepare them for the final stage of the AYuTE Africa Challenge, a competition organized by Heifer International Rwanda to advance agricultural innovation in the country.

About a month and a half after a major strike by the United States against Iran, an event that shook not only the region but also the global economy, traders across markets in the City of Kigali say prices of several commodities have increased. As a result, customer numbers have declined for some goods, while others have remained stable.

Rwanda has closed a €213 million (about 366 billion Rwandan francs) blended finance deal backed by the World Bank Group, in what officials describe as a major transaction that underscores investor confidence in the country’s fiscal management despite volatile global market conditions.

The World Bank has approved a five-year project worth 8.24 million U.S. dollars to strengthen pollution monitoring and biodiversity protection in the Caspian Sea, Report news agency said on Monday.

Volkswagen’s autonomous mobility subsidiary, MOIA America, and Uber have launched on-road validation testing for self-driving minibuses in Los Angeles. This marks the next phase of a strategic partnership aimed at deploying a commercial autonomous ride-hailing service by the end of 2026.

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, known as OPEC+, on Sunday decided to increase oil output by 206,000 barrels per day in May, according to an OPEC statement.

Beverage manufacturer, BRALIRWA Plc has marked Women’s Month by celebrating the impact of its inclusive policies, which have significantly increased the number of women in leadership positions.

BPR Bank Rwanda Plc, through its ‘IGIRE’ program by BPR Foundation, has awarded 15 million Rwandan Francs to five youth-led projects that demonstrate outstanding innovation.

Rwanda’s labour market registered steady improvement in 2025, with more people finding work and overall employment levels rising, according to the latest Labour Force Survey released by the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda.

Mobile Money Rwanda Ltd (MoMo Rwanda), in partnership with Ecobank Rwanda Plc and YABX Technologies (Netherlands) B.V, has launched its latest innovation, MoFlex; a groundbreaking microloan product designed to empower Rwandans with quick, flexible, and accessible financial support directly through their MoMo accounts.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) said on Thursday that global trade growth is set to slow in 2026 after a stronger-than-expected performance in 2025, warning that the ongoing Middle East conflict could add further pressure on global trade.

The National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) has revealed that Rwanda’s economy grew by 9.4% in 2025, mainly driven by sectors including agriculture, industry, and services.

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that he has "demanded" about seven countries heavily reliant on Middle East oil join a coalition to escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway through which about 20 percent of the world's oil passes.

Chief Executive Officers of Military Industrial Facilities from member states of the East African Community (EAC) convened in Kigali for a three-day meeting from 10–12 March 2026 to review progress on the operationalization of defence facilities offered for shared utilization.

For the first time, a Rwandan coffee roaster has been ranked among the world’s top 100 best coffee shops. Rubia Coffee Roasters secured the 54th position globally in the 2026 edition of the prestigious “World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops” competition.

Gahanga Hills Estate project, which will deliver 892 modern housing units in its first phase, is expected to be completed within 24 months, according to Richard Mukiza, Managing Director of Bauhaus International Rwanda Ltd.