Economy

Rwanda’s Office of the Auditor General has revealed that more than 400 government-owned assets, valued at over Rwf 8.2 billion, remain unused across various public institutions, raising concerns over inefficiencies in public resource management.
Rwanda has strengthened its commitment to renewable energy development after signing a cooperation agreement with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), aimed at scaling up solar energy adoption and supporting sustainable development.
The Auditor General has raised concerns over delays in the implementation of a Rwf 970 million fish farming project in Nyamagabe, warning that slow progress on strategic public investments risks undermining economic development targets.
Rwanda and Botswana have signed six bilateral agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, transport, health, and regional integration.
Rwanda generated more than Rwf 13.7 billion from agricultural and livestock exports within just five days, according to the National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB).
Rwanda’s industrial production increased by 6.2% in March 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).
The Auditor General has identified delays in the implementation of government projects as a key factor undermining efficiency in public financial management and value for money in public investments.
The Office of the Auditor General has confirmed the recovery of Rwf 1.47 billion that had been improperly spent across various government institutions, according to its latest audit report for the 2025/2026 fiscal year.
Rwanda has been ranked among the world’s top 10 fastest-growing economies in 2025, reflecting sustained strong performance supported by broad-based economic activity and improved macroeconomic stability.
Rwanda’s Minister of Youth and Arts, Dr. Jean Népo Abdallah Utumatwishima, has expressed concern over a segment of the country’s youth who are not actively seeking employment despite being able to work.