Rwanda has received strong backing from major international development partners in its bid to graduate from the United Nations’ Least Developed Countries (LDC) category by 2027, with more than …
Economy
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KIGALI — Rwanda’s economy demonstrated robust performance in the third quarter of 2025, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanding by 11.8% compared to the same period in 2024, according to …
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Rwanda’s national budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year has jumped to Rwf 7.0325 trillion, a bold 20.9% increase from the revised Rwf 5.8164 trillion of the previous year. This surge …
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Economy
Rwanda’s BNR Wants Businesses and Individuals Shielded from Forex Volatility—Through Banks
by Fred Mwasaby Fred MwasaKigali — The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has revealed plans to ensure that businesses and even individuals can protect themselves against rising foreign exchange (forex) costs, by expanding a …
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A new doctoral thesis by Rwandan researcher Theogene Habimana is challenging long-standing assumptions about the dangers of public debt in Africa, revealing that external government borrowing can actually boost corporate …
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In an era where digital transformation is reshaping the way governments operate, Rwanda has taken a bold step to unlock the full potential of data as a national asset. On …
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Rwanda has taken another step toward expanding its global aviation reach with the ratification of twelve new Bilateral Air Services Agreements (BASAs), deepening its air connectivity and opening new opportunities …
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National
Stable: Rwanda’s Credit Rating Affirmed at ‘B+/B’ by S&P, Driven by Strong, Resilient Economic Growth
Global ratings agency S&P has reaffirmed Rwanda’s sovereign credit rating at ‘B+’ long-term and ‘B’ short-term, maintaining a stable outlook, citing the country’s resilient economic growth, disciplined fiscal management, and …
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KIGALI – An increase in financial scams such as pyramid and Ponzi schemes, which promise high returns on dubious investments, prompted Rwanda’s central bank earlier this year to issue a …
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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 significant step towards strengthening sustainable development, Rwanda’s Cabinet, chaired by President Paul Kagame on 17 April, approved a landmark Green Taxonomy framework. The initiative is a key component …
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Rwanda is poised to undergo a transformative energy revolution, with the Government unveiling a bold Rwf 5.2817 Trillion (approx. USD $4 billion) investment plan aimed at powering the nation’s economic …