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Ugandan police have arrested 25 Rwandan nationals accused of engaging in illegal wolfram mining in Kisoro District, as authorities intensify operations against illicit mineral activities.
Rwanda recorded a sharp decline in sugar imports in 2025, with volumes dropping by 36.5 percent and import value falling by 39.1 percent, according to data from the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM).
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’s birth registration rate increased to 92.9% in 2025, up by 2.6 percentage points from the previous year, with a total of 356,838 births officially recorded in the civil registration system, according to the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced the temporary closure of its headquarters building starting May 5, 2026, as it undergoes renovation works aimed at improving service delivery and operational efficiency.
Rwanda has been recognised for its sustained efforts to improve access to finance for women entrepreneurs, reinforcing its position among Africa’s leading countries in advancing inclusive economic growth.
Rwanda’s U18 and U20 national handball teams have departed for Addis Ababa to compete in the IHF Trophy Zone 5 tournament, a key regional competition bringing together emerging talent from East Africa.
Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva has called on Rwandans living in Gabon to play a more active role in advancing Rwanda’s development while strengthening their contribution to their host country.
President Paul Kagame has announced that Rwanda will soon publicly recognise Tanzanian nationals who demonstrated extraordinary courage and compassion by saving lives during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
President Paul Kagame has described Tanzania as a strategic partner for Rwanda, citing its pivotal role in facilitating trade and transport links to international markets.