The Auditor General’s 2024 has raised concerns about the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), Rwanda’s largest pension fund, for keeping vast pieces of land in different parts of the country.…
Economy
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Economy
From 188-square-meter Office Space, ICPAR Unveils New Head Offices
by Daniel Sabiiti 10:29 pmRwanda’s Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAR) has officially inaugurated its new office building, valued at over Rwf1.5 billion marking a significant achievement in the growth of Rwanda’s accounting…
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Rwanda has announced a significant increase in its national budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, rising by over 20% compared to the current revised budget. It is biggest growth ever.…
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In a major step forward for international climate cooperation, Rwanda and Singapore have signed a landmark agreement focused on carbon markets. The deal, finalized between the Government of Rwanda and…
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In a bustling corner of Nyabugogo market, 29-year-old Jeanne Uwase arranges her stall every morning, carefully laying out shoes and clothes she sells to passersby. There’s no boss giving her…
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Maya East Africa Cites Rwanda’s Investment Climate as Key Driver Behind Expansion
by Andrew Shyaka 10:17 amMaya East Africa, one of the region’s leading manufacturers and distributors of raw food ingredients, has officially launched its Rwandan franchise, citing the country’s business-friendly environment, security, and rising consumer…
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Government has officially scrapped Value Added Tax (VAT) on commissions charged on remittances sent into the country. This major policy shift was published in the Official Gazette n° Special of…
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“Thank you Rwanda,” is how Ugandan travel influencer Derrick Ssenyonyi described his September 2023 visit. He went on: “It’s been a great pleasure visiting shortly your country and I will…
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Economy
1.5m Rwandans Are No Longer Poor — But the Richest Are Getting Richer Even Faster
by Fred Mwasaby Fred Mwasa 12:07 amRwanda is winning the fight against poverty, new numbers clearly highlight that — but the wealth gap between rich and poor remains stubbornly wide, and in some places, it’s even…
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In a country long focused on eradicating poverty and uplifting its most vulnerable, Rwanda’s latest poverty report presents a hopeful yet nuanced picture: the poorest Rwandans—those at the very bottom…
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Economy
Central Bank Schools Quiz Challenge Inspires the Next Generation of Rwandan Economists
by KT Press Reporter 9:00 pmThe National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has concluded its annual schools quiz competition called NBR Schools Quiz Challenge, a vibrant initiative aimed at promoting financial literacy and economic awareness among…
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Economy
Global AI Summit on Africa Opens in Rwanda With Ambitious Commitments
by Daniel Sabiiti 3:09 pmKigali has become the focal point of discussions on artificial intelligence as the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa kicks off, bringing together over 1,6000 leaders, innovators, and policymakers to…