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 Shallon Mwiza
Shallon Mwiza
The draft legislation, approved by the Lower Chamber of Parliament seeks to regulate virtual asset activities, license operators, strengthen consumer protection. AI image
Technology
Virtual assets law expected to boost digital finance
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Business
New transfer pricing rules set to strengthen tax oversight
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Technology
What are virtual assets and how do they work?
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International
Rwanda, EU urge stronger diplomacy amid rising global uncertainty
Montfort Mlachila, the IMF advisor at the African Department, speaks during  a panel discussion during the national launch of the April 2026 Regional Economic Outlook on May 6. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
International
Economic shocks could push 20 million Africans into hunger, IMF warns
Sayinzoga Kampeta speaks during a panel discussion at the ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company) annual meetings in Kigali, on Monday, May 4. Courtesy
Economy
Why trust, missing data remain major obstacles in Africa’s insurance sector
Governor of National Bank of Rwanda Soraya Hakuziyaremye addresses at the ZEP-RE annual meetings in Kigali, on Monday, May 4. Courtesy
Economy
Low insurance penetration worries African policymakers
President Paul Kagame speaks during a panel discussion at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali. The 2026 edition of the high-level gathering is scheduled for May 14–15 in Kigali.
Business
What's on the agenda of Africa CEO Forum?
Panelists engage in a discussion during a meeting on Thursday, April 30. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Energy
Governance reforms key to unlocking Africa’s energy independence
Students collaborate during a hackathon competition in Kigali on February 26, 2025. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Technology
Digital gigs open doors but expose workers to risks
Delegates interact during the Aviation Africa summit 2025 in Kigali, on Thursday, September 4. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Tourism
Rwanda reaps nearly Rwf140bn from hosting meetings, events
A child watches a video on a smartphone. Rwanda is about to introduce a law that would restrict children under the age of 16 from using social media platforms. Courtesy
Health
Rwanda considers restricting social media use for children under 16
Aimé Abizera, the CEO of CanalBox, speaks to journalists (C) during a press conference in 2025. File
Technology
RURA orders CanalBox to compensate customers over service disruptions
Accommodation demand has surged in Kigali ahead of the Africa CEO Forum, with hotels and short-term rentals reporting increased bookings as delegates prepare to arrive. PHOTO BY Dan Gatsinzi.
Tourism
Africa CEO Forum drives accommodation demand across Kigali
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Kwibuka
Health workers, patients killed in Genocide honoured at Kabgayi
The central bank has revoked the licences of seven private non-deposit taking financial service providers (NDFSPs) this year. FILE
Finance
Central bank oversight sees seven lenders lose licences
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Technology
Jean-Bosco Iyacu appointed CEO of Mojaloop Foundation
RURA is strengthening sanitation systems by placing greater emphasis on water quality monitoring. file
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RURA tightens enforcement to ensure safe water, sustainable sanitation

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