Economy

Rwanda and Kenya have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at streamlining the importation of petroleum products through the Northern Corridor, a move expected to strengthen regional trade cooperation and enhance Rwanda's energy security.
Rwanda earned more than Rwf 17 billion from agricultural and livestock exports in just five days, reflecting continued growth in the country’s export-driven agriculture sector, the National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) has said.
Rwanda’s import bill declined by 3.4% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).
Rwanda’s Chamber of Deputies has approved a national budget of Rwf7,796 billion for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, marking a 12 percent increase compared to the revised 2025/2026 budget.
Rwanda’s Chamber of Deputies has approved a Rwf43 billion loan package to support the modernization of urban transport systems, including the expansion of electric bus services and the redevelopment of the country’s busiest transport hub, Nyabugogo Bus Terminal.
The East African Community (EAC) has reported a 28% increase in intra-regional trade during the 2025/2026 financial year, underscoring strengthened economic integration among member states.
The East African Community (EAC) has approved a $110.9 million budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, aimed at strengthening regional integration and advancing key development priorities across member states.
The Capital Markets Authority of Rwanda, CMA, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Nigeria, SEC Nigeria, aimed at promoting cooperation and strengthening the integration of the capital markets of both countries
Rwanda’s economy has expanded significantly over the past five years, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increasing by Rwf 3.245 trillion, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) says the consolidation of Umurenge SACCOs at district level is already producing measurable results, including reduced loan interest rates and improved access to credit for members.