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Rwanda’s agricultural exports hit record $1.1 billion
2 hours agoBusiness
Rwanda’s agricultural exports hit record $1.1 billion
6 days agoBusiness
Bralirwa’s half-year profit after tax rises 37.6% to Rwf 25.3 billion
Aug 6, 2026Business
Rwf5bn irrigation project helps Eastern Rwanda farmers beat dry season challenges
Aug 3, 2026Business
Ngoma: New tomato processing plant to handle 10 tonnes daily
Jul 28, 2026Business
Vivo Energy signs deal for Mount Meru Group to acquire Rwanda and Malawi businesses
Jul 1, 2026Business
ASA International (Rwanda) Plc launches public deposit services to expand financial access
Jun 29, 2026Business
Rwandan coffee stakeholders speak out on key takeaways from Brussels international exhibition
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Algeria’s Condor Electronics to export appliances to Rwanda under new deal
Jun 25, 2026Business
Algeria’s Condor Electronics to export appliances to Rwanda under new deal

Algerian technology and home appliances manufacturer SPA Condor Electronics has signed an agreement with Wexco Africa Ltd to export its products to Rwanda.

Rwanda to subsidize diesel for public buses to keep transport fares unchanged
Jun 9, 2026Business
Rwanda to subsidize diesel for public buses to keep transport fares unchanged

The Government of Rwanda is set to introduce a diesel subsidy for public transport buses following a sharp increase in diesel price, a move aimed at preventing an increase in public transport fares.

Rwanda central bank raises policy rate for second consecutive time to tame inflation
May 21, 2026Business
Rwanda central bank raises policy rate for second consecutive time to tame inflation

The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has increased its Central Bank Rate (CBR) by 100 basis points to 8.25% for the second time in a row, citing rising inflationary pressures and increased risks to the economic outlook.

Rwanda earns $14.7 million from agricultural exports in five days
May 20, 2026Business
Rwanda earns $14.7 million from agricultural exports in five days

The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) has announced that Rwanda earned $14.7 million (over 21.5 billion Rwandan francs) from agricultural exports between May 11 and May 15, 2026.

The Pinnacle Kigali joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World portfolio
May 16, 2026Business
The Pinnacle Kigali joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World portfolio

The Pinnacle Kigali, an ultra-luxury city retreat in Rwanda’s capital, has joined Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), becoming the first property in the country to be included in the global collection of more than 700 independent hotels.

Oman’s SalamAir adds Rwanda to growing Africa network
May 1, 2026Business
Oman’s SalamAir adds Rwanda to growing Africa network

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 will continue to facilitate trade with Africa following zero-tariff policy: spokesperson
Apr 30, 2026Business
China will continue to facilitate trade with Africa following zero-tariff policy: spokesperson

 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 generates over Rwf 1.9 billion in first quarter of 2026
Apr 26, 2026Business
Akagera National Park generates over Rwf 1.9 billion in first quarter of 2026

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 warns fuel prices will continue to rise amid Middle East tensions
Apr 23, 2026Business
Rwanda warns fuel prices will continue to rise amid Middle East tensions

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.

12 entrepreneurs enter bootcamp ahead of AYuTE Africa Challenge finals
Apr 21, 2026Business
12 entrepreneurs enter bootcamp ahead of AYuTE Africa Challenge finals

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.

Kigali markets feel price pressure as fruits, potatoes and construction materials rise
Apr 21, 2026Business
Kigali markets feel price pressure as fruits, potatoes and construction materials rise

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 first to use new World Bank-backed guarantee structure in €213M financing deal
Apr 15, 2026Business
Rwanda first to use new World Bank-backed guarantee structure in €213M financing deal

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.

World Bank approves financing for Caspian pollution, biodiversity project
Apr 14, 2026Business
World Bank approves financing for Caspian pollution, biodiversity project

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 and Uber begin testing self-driving minibuses
Apr 9, 2026Business
Volkswagen and Uber begin testing self-driving minibuses

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.

OPEC+ to ramp up oil output in May amid global energy crisis
Apr 6, 2026Business
OPEC+ to ramp up oil output in May amid global energy crisis

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.

BRALIRWA marks Women’s Month, celebrates progress in gender equality
Apr 1, 2026Business
BRALIRWA marks Women’s Month, celebrates progress in gender equality

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 awards outstanding youth-led projects with innovation grants
Mar 28, 2026Business
BPR Bank Rwanda Plc awards outstanding youth-led projects with innovation grants

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.

New report shows steady growth in Rwanda’s employment levels
Mar 26, 2026Business
New report shows steady growth in Rwanda’s employment levels

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 unveils revolutionary microloan solution, ‘MoFlex’
Mar 24, 2026Business
Mobile Money Rwanda Ltd unveils revolutionary microloan solution, ‘MoFlex’

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.

Global trade growth to slow in 2026 with further pressure from Middle East conflict: WTO
Mar 20, 2026Business
Global trade growth to slow in 2026 with further pressure from Middle East conflict: WTO

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.

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