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President Paul Kagame has called for increased investment in Africa’s air transport sector and urgent reforms to reduce the cost of air travel, saying the aviation industry should be seen as a driver of development rather than a financial burden.
President Paul Kagame has arrived in Lomé, Togo, where he is attending the African Air Transport Convention and Expo (AATCE), a continental forum focused on strengthening Africa’s aviation sector and improving air connectivity across the continent.
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced extended operating hours for bars, nightclubs, restaurants and other businesses during the FIFA World Cup period, in a temporary measure aimed at supporting economic activity and accommodating increased demand for hospitality services.
RwandAir has been named winner of the 2026 APEX Best Awards for outstanding in-flight service in Africa, recognizing its performance in delivering quality passenger experience onboard.
President Paul Kagame has called on senior officers of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) to lead with courage, sound judgment and a clear sense of purpose, saying these qualities are critical for effective decision-making in complex and high-pressure environments.
The Parliament of Rwanda has approved a national budget of Rwf 7,796.3 billion for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, marking an increase of Rwf 844.2 billion compared to the revised 2025/2026 budget of Rwf 6,952.1 billion.
The Government of Rwanda has announced that the 2026/2027 national budget will place strong emphasis on boosting agricultural productivity as part of efforts to strengthen domestic economic resilience and ensure food security.
Following a Cabinet reshuffle, new leadership has been appointed at the Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA), with a three-person team now tasked with steering one of the government’s most critical sectors.
President Paul Kagame has carried out a major reshuffle across government, public institutions, and diplomatic missions, appointing new ministers, senior civil servants, heads of state agencies, and ambassadors in changes announced on the night of June 10, 2026.
President Paul Kagame has appointed new leaders across government, public institutions and diplomatic missions, in a reshuffle announced in line with Articles 111, 112 and 116 of the Constitution of Rwanda.