Rwanda launches first wash loan to bridge RWF 320bn water & sanitation funding gap

Rwanda has taken a significant step towards addressing its pressing water and sanitation challenges by launching its first Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) loan product. This innovative financial instrument aims to bridge a substantial annual …

Kagame receives Obasanjo in Rwanda, holds discussion on regional progress

Rwandan President Paul Kagame on Tuesday received Nigeria’s former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Kigali, in a meeting that touched on regional security, continental cooperation and global developments, marking Kagame’s first public appearance in two weeks …

Rwanda suspends issuing new mineral trading licenses to review regulations

Rwanda denies rumours President Kagame is sick

The Rwandan government on Tuesday denied rumours that President Paul Kagame was sick following his absence from public appearances in recent weeks. Kagame, 67, has not been seen in public since June 6, as evidenced by his X account, generating rumours …

Road to Abuja: 41 Karatekas selected for Rwanda’s national team trials

Rwanda moves to ban illegal dollar trade as new currency law takes effect

The National Bank of Rwanda (NBR) says it will impose significant penalties on businesses and individuals who quote prices, issue invoices, or conduct trade in US dollar and other foreign currencies without official approval. The crackdown on foreign …

How an AI dataset is helping Rwanda bring healthcare within reach of every citizen

In Rwanda, access to healthcare has historically been a geographical challenge. People — especially in rural areas — had to walk miles to get to the nearest clinic. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2010, the average Rwandan had to walk …

Rwanda eyes tourism boom from island parks

Rwanda is eyeing diversified tourism revenue and significant economic growth from its Blue Economy, focusing on its 24 lakes and wetland areas.   Senators are pushing for a comprehensive economic assessment of the country’s islands to unlock this potential …

Why it’s raining more than usual this June in Rwanda

Rwanda: Rumours Over President Kagame’s Health Met With Military Denial as Ethnic Tensions Resurface Online

Kigali, Rwanda – Amid growing speculation over the health of Rwandan President Paul Kagame, the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) has publicly denied the authenticity of a viral statement circulating on social media that claimed the president was in critical …