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Passengers board RwandAir plane at Kigali International Airport. RwandAir wants to double its passenger numbers from just over 1 million in 2023-2024 to more than 2.1 million by 2028-2029.
Aviation

Inside plans to double RwandAir passengers

Friday, August 22, 2025
National carrier RwandAir cargo volume increased by 33 per cent from 4,595 tonnes in 2023 to 6,113 tonnes in 2024. File
Agriculture

Govt eyes bigger air cargo fleet to meet rising horticulture export demand

Monday, August 11, 2025
Two buses transport commuters in Kigali. Sam Ngendahimana

Public ownership could end Kigali’s bus delays, build inclusive transport system

Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Officials during the launch of new emission-free buses in secondary cities in Rubavu town. The move is part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as per climate action agenda in the country. Courtesy
Environment

First-ever electric coaches rollout in secondary cities

Monday, August 04, 2025
A backhoe loader carries soil at a mining site in Rwamagana. Fuel-powered machines used in construction and farming will soon be subject to carbon emissions testing starting August 18, according to REMA. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Environment

Fuel-powered construction, farming machinery to undergo emission testing

Thursday, July 31, 2025
A railway worker at work. Tanzania and Rwanda recently announced plans to strengthen railway and air connectivity, a strategic step toward boosting regional integration and economic development.
Editorial

Why Rwanda-Tanzania rail and air links matter

Monday, July 28, 2025
Tanzania's Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Mahmoud Thabit Kombo (L), chats with Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Nduhungirehe, at the ministerial session of the 16th Joint Permanent Commission between Rwanda and Tanzania, on Saturday, July 26, in Kigali (courtesy).
International

Tanzania eyes boost in railway, air links with Rwanda

Sunday, July 27, 2025
The Rwandan government announced new changes to vehicle emission testing, which will apply to all vehicles, including motorcycles. on Thursday, July 24,
Rwanda

Motorists, environmentalists weigh in on vehicle emissions testing

Friday, July 25, 2025
Rwanda’s petroleum imports rose by 9.5% in 2024, reaching $680 million and accounting for nearly 10% of total imports, according to the Trade and Industry Performance report. Photo by IGIHE
Economy

Rwanda eyes fuel import cuts with renewed push for clean energy

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
The City of Kigali’s move to transition to a fully electric bus fleet is a bold and commendable step towards a cleaner, more sustainable, and more efficient public transport system.
Editorial

Kigali’s bold move to electric public transport is a step forward

Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Some brand new hybrid cars at Akagera Motor showroom at Kicukiro. The value-added tax (VAT) on hybrid vehicles is set to officially take effect on July 1. Craish BAHIZI
Economy

Which new taxes are in force as fiscal year begins?

Tuesday, July 01, 2025
An artist's impressions of the terminal, administration building, cargo, and car parking areas of the new airport once it is complete, that is under construction in Bugesera District. Photo: Courtesy
Infrastructure

10 things to know about proposed Smart Airport City in Bugesera

Sunday, June 22, 2025