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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
Dr. Abdallah Utumatwishima, the Minister of Youth and Arts; Sandrine Umutoni, the Minister of State for Youth; Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT; Belen Calvo Uyarra, EU Ambassador to Rwanda; and Christine Nkulikiyinka, Minister of Public Service and Labour, attend a past YouthConnekt event where young Rwandan entrepreneurs showcased their products. File
Economy

Inside Rwanda’s Rwf49bn five-year youth strategic plan

Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Although Rwanda’s capital market is still developing, it has shown steady growth and resilience, with more companies going public and an expanding range of financial instruments. File
Economy

How capital markets can drive long-term investment in Rwanda

Friday, July 25, 2025
Dr. Jean-Népo Abdallah Utumatwishima, Minister of Youth and Arts, poses with other officials and winners of the 2025 AGUKA Idea Entrepreneurship Program, during a prize-giving ceremony held on June 24. Courtesy Photo
Economy

Youth investment facility: what’s in it for young entrepreneurs?

Friday, July 25, 2025
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International

Amb Mukasine presents credentials in Thailand, strengthens bilateral ties

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Zemedeneh Negatu, chairman of the Washington, DC-based capital investment firm, presents the Best Regional Bank—East Africa award to Dr. Silpah Owich of Equity Bank Kenya at the 2025 African Banker Awards in Abidjan. Courtesy
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PRESS RELEASE: Equity Bank crowned Best Regional Bank in East Africa at African Banker Awards 2025

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Platforms like MTN MoMo and Airtel Money,have revolutionised how people manage their finances. File

Understanding mobile money and e-wallets: What every Rwandan should know

Wednesday, July 02, 2025
Dr. Diane Karusisi, the CEO of BK. speaks during a corporate breakfast meeting with high-level corporate clients at the BK Arena. On June 27
Featured

FEATURED: BK engages lead corporates in strategic dialogue to shape future of business development

Saturday, June 28, 2025
Dr. James Mwangi - Equity Group Managing Director and CEO (Right, interacts with Prof. Isaac Macharia - Chairman, Equity Group Holdings plc during the 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM). Courtesy
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PRESS RELEASE: Equity Group holds 21st Annual General Meeting; approves dividend, directors’ elections, governance policies, and UAE representative office

Saturday, June 28, 2025
Members of the Rwanda Bankers’ Association (RBA) convened its Annual Banking Research Conference at the Kigali Serena Hotel on June 19, 2025. COURTESY
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PRESS RELEASE: Rwanda Bankers’ Association convenes National Dialogue on Credit Market Dynamics at 2025 Research Conference

Saturday, June 28, 2025
The winning project, Inkindi, developed by the team Nawe Byakubera, addresses the bookkeeping challenges faced by Rwanda's small and medium-sized businesses. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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Bank of Kigali taps internal talent for fintech innovations at first hackathon

Monday, June 23, 2025