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A bank teller counts money while serving customers at Bank of Kigali head office. Numbers show that Rwanda's inflation rose 7.3 per cent year-on-year in July, up from 7 per cent in June. File
Economy

What is behind the rise in inflation?

Wednesday, August 13, 2025
BNR is exploring the development of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) – a digital version of the Rwandan franc (e-Franc-Rwandais).  
Technology

What to know as Rwanda explores digital currency

Sunday, August 03, 2025
A view of Rwanda's Central Bank Headquarters in Nyarugenge District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Economy

Central bank invites innovators to try Rwanda’s upcoming digital currency

Friday, August 01, 2025
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) on Thursday, July 31, announced it has moved to the proof of concept stage for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), a digital version of its official currency.
Technology

Central bank digital currency enters proof-of-concept stage

Thursday, July 31, 2025
Muhizi presents his grievance to President Kagame in 2022 during a citizen outreach. Courtesy
Law

Court acquits man accused in ‘former BNR employee's house’ saga

Friday, July 25, 2025
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva. PHOTO BY DAN GATSINZI
Politics

Justin Nsengiyumva sworn in as Prime Minister, vows to prioritize citizen welfare

Friday, July 25, 2025
Édouard Ngirente expressed his deep gratitude to President Paul Kagame as he concluded his eight-year tenure as Rwanda’s Prime Minister. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Politics

Ngirente reflects on ‘deeply enriching’ journey as Prime Minister

Thursday, July 24, 2025
President Paul Kagame has appointed Justin Nsengiyumva as Rwanda’s new Prime Minister, succeeding Édouard Ngirente, who had served in the role since 2017.
Politics

Justin Nsengiyumva, economist-turned-Prime Minister of Rwanda

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
On July 23, President Paul Kagame appointed Justin Nsengiyumva as Prime Minister, replacing Édouard Ngirente, who had held the role since 2017.
Politics

Kagame appoints Justin Nsengiyumva as new Prime Minister

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
SACCO Byimana in Ruhango District. Interest rates in Umurenge SACCOs are expected to drop from the current 24% to between 2% and 14% annually, according to Finance Minister Yusuf Murangwa. Courtesy Photo
Economy

Interest rates in Umurenge SACCOs fall as consolidation nears completion

Thursday, July 17, 2025
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Business

SACCOs to be merged into single Cooperative Bank by 2026

Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Rwanda Central Bank headquarters in Kigali. Treasury Bonds directly support this vision. The money raised is allocated to fund national projects. From roads to schools to electricity networks and more. Courtesy

Why you should consider investing in Treasury Bonds

Tuesday, June 17, 2025