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 Jean-Claude Nshimiyimana
Jean-Claude Nshimiyimana
Rwanda observes Data Privacy Week 2026, running from January 26 to 30.
Why 2026 is the year of accountability for data controllers and processors
Mikoani Trading Ltd and Bahresa Grain Milling Rwanda Limited were engaged in court proceedings over an intellectual property case approximately a decade ago.
The IP strategy entrepreneurs need to master for unbreakable market leadership
President Paul Kagame speaking at the Inclusive Fintech Forum 2025 on February 27 in Kigali. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Is Rwanda ready to become Africa’s FinTech center of gravity?
Company registration in Rwanda is complete in 24 hours. Craish BAHIZI
Why registering a company in Rwanda now takes less than one workday
The National Bank of Rwanda (NBR) has issued a new directive governing persons authorised to transact in foreign currencies. Courtesy
New rules: Who can use foreign currency in Rwanda?
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Kigali UCI 2025: Where sport, business, and national pride converge
The Capital Market Authority (CMA) serving as the chief regulator for CIS, licenses, regulates, and oversees Collective Investment Schemes and their service providers, intervening when necessary to protect investors.
How to leverage Collective Investment Schemes for business growth, personal wealth
Minister of Finance Yusuf Murangwa signed the Rwanda-Nigeria double taxation agreement on June 25. Courtesy
What you need to know about the newly ratified Rwanda-Nigeria double taxation agreement
Residents during a correction session of their land titles. Courtesy
The value of land titles in protecting investments and preventing disputes in Rwanda
The Capital Market Authority has released a draft law regulating capital market business for public comments. Photo by Craish Bahizi
What you need to know about Rwanda’s new capital market bill
A woman collects money from BPR Bank’s Nyabugogo Branch. Under Article 25(10°) of the Income Tax Act, interest on loans between related parties is non-deductible if the total loans exceed four times the company’s paid-up equity. File photo
Understanding Rwanda’s thin capitalisation limits and shareholder loan taxation
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Understanding the key changes in Rwanda’s regulation on foreign exchange operations
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Why trusts are the future of estate planning in Rwanda
Workers at Pink Mango  textile manufacturer at Kigali Special Economic Zone
Why understanding Rwanda’s new workplace wellness program matters to all entities
The Rwandan Law No. 058-2021 of October 13, 2021, on the protection of personal data and privacy (the “Data Protection Act” or “DPA”) came into force. Courtesy
Strengthening Rwanda’s data protection culture: A call to action ahead of privacy week

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