A group of young Rwandan tech entrepreneurs has introduced Chango, a digital platform designed to transform savings and investment groups in Rwanda. Chango improves transparency, accountability, and governance, making it …
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From drone-powered pest control systems to mobile apps that connect farmers directly to markets, young Rwandans are making agriculture smarter, faster, and more sustainable. On April 30, 2025, the Ministry …
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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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Imagine a classroom where students use tablets to do science experiments, learn how to build robots, or solve real-world problems with the help of apps and videos. Across Rwanda, …
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The April episode of EdTech Mondays is back this Monday. The show will air live on the Kigali Today YouTube channel from 6 PM to 7 PM and will mainly …
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Maya East Africa Cites Rwanda’s Investment Climate as Key Driver Behind Expansion
Maya 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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In a landmark move that promises to reshape Rwanda’s financial services landscape, BK Group PLC and the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) have announced their intention to form a new …
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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 MwasaRwanda 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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