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Rwanda and Pakistan sign trade and investment cooperation agreement

Rwanda stock market ranks seventh in Africa after 44% rise in 2026

Rwanda recovers more than Rwf15 billion in public asset embezzlement cases

Rwandans spent nearly $198 million on overseas travel in first half of 2026

Foreign visitors inject Rwf236bn into Rwanda’s economy in three months

Niyigena Radjabu
Foreign visitors spent $161.5 million (over Rwf236 billion) in Rwanda within a three-month period, underscoring tourism’s growing role as a major source of foreign exchange, according to the latest Travel Expenditure Survey released by the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).

MPs demand explanation over Rwf1.32 billion loss in SEAL forest deal

The Ministry of Environment has been given a two-month deadline to explain a loss of more than Rwf1.32 billion arising from the failed implementation of a forest harvesting and restoration agreement signed between the Government of Rwanda and SEAL.

Rwandan traders struggle amid packaging material shortages

Niyigena Radjabu
Traders across Rwanda, particularly those adding value to food and beverages, are facing a growing challenge: the scarcity and high cost of packaging materials. While local manufacturers produce environmentally friendly options, such as metal cans and paper-based packaging, these remain limited and expensive.

Nyagatare: Rwf40 million earmarked for feasibility study of industrial park

IKUZWE MBABAZI Maurice
Authorities in Nyagatare District have announced plans to allocate Rwf40 million for a feasibility study aimed at upgrading and expanding the district’s industrial park, in a move designed to attract more investors and boost local manufacturing.

Rwanda takes measures to prevent fuel shortages amid Middle East tensions

Raymond Tuyishimire
The Government of Rwanda has announced measures to prevent potential shortages of petroleum products as escalating tensions in the Middle East threaten global supply chains.

Rwanda earns over Rwf 26 billion from agricultural exports in five days

Niyigena Radjabu
Rwanda earned more than Rwf 26 billion ($18.5 million) from agricultural exports between February 16 and 20, 2026, the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (NAEB) reported.

Rwanda secures $78.5 million IFAD support to boost agriculture and climate resilience

Kigali, February 24, 2026 – The Government of Rwanda has signed a $78.5 million agreement with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to strengthen the country’s agriculture and livestock sectors. The ceremony was held in Kigali, with Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa representing Rwanda.

NAEB highlights progress on PSAC project

Niyigena Radjabu
The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (NAEB) has showcased progress on the Promoting Smallholder Agro-Export Competitiveness (PSAC) project, which supports smallholder farmers growing export crops.

US Senator Steve Daines tours Nyakabingo wolfram operations

Nina Cynthia
US Senator Steve Daines of Montana has visited the Nyakabingo wolfram mine operated by Trinity Metals, underscoring growing strategic ties between Rwanda and the United States in the critical minerals sector.

Akagera-linked enterprises earn over Rwf800 million in 2025

Niyigena Radjabu
Businesses supported by Akagera National Park generated more than Rwf800 million (approximately $555,242) in 2025, benefiting around 1,200 cooperative members living in communities neighboring the park.

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