Rwanda is intensifying efforts to harness nuclear energy as part of its broader strategy to accelerate economic growth, strengthen energy security and modernize critical sectors including healthcare, agriculture and industry.
Rwanda has announced that electricity access across the country has reached 84%, with government officials expressing confidence that universal access will be achieved by 2029.
Ministry of Infrastructure has expressed confidence that Rwanda will achieve universal access to clean water by 2029 as the government scales up investments in major water and sanitation infrastructure projects across the country.
The Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) has temporarily suspended services previously offered at its headquarters, transitioning key operations to digital platforms.
At least 49 people have been killed by lightning strikes across Rwanda in the first four months of 2026, according to the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA), raising fresh concerns over disaster preparedness and public safety.
The Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA) has announced plans to launch pilot projects converting petrol and diesel-powered vehicles into electric and gas-powered systems, marking a significant step in Rwanda’s transition towards cleaner transport solutions.
Rwanda has surpassed its national tree-planting target for the 2025/2026 season, with more than 68.3 million trees planted—well above the initial goal of 60 million.
The Minister in charge of Emergency Management, Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Albert Murasira, has visited Gisuma hill in Nyabihu District to assess escalating soil erosion that has already destroyed more than eight hectares of land and damaged infrastructure.
The Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) and the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning have moved to reassure investors in the environmental and energy sector, saying that green investments are not only viable but increasingly profitable as Rwanda accelerates its transition to a low-carbon economy.
