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African Development Bank’s (AfDB) African Economic Outlook 2025 shows that Africa’s economic growth is expected to increase from 3.3 per cent in 2024 to 3.9 per cent in 2025, going up to 4.0 per cent in 2026.
Economy

AfDB lowers Africa’s economic growth forecast amid global tariff tensions

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Rwanda is set to revise its securities law under a new bill to liberalise and expand the operations of the Central Securities Depository (CSD). File
Law

Rwanda reforms securities law to attract global operators

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
African Development Bank (AfDB), President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, delivers his remarks during the event. Courtesy
Business

AfDB’s Adesina urges incoming president to defend Africa’s interests

Monday, May 26, 2025
Cross-border traders at La Petite Barriere, the border between Rwanda and DR Congo in Rubavu District. File photo
Health

12 African countries agree to intensify cross-border collaborations to tackle disease outbreaks

Saturday, May 24, 2025
KCB Group CEO, Paul Russo (left) and Group Chairman, FCS Dr. Joseph Kinyua (right), during the 54th KCB Group Annual General Meeting held in Nairobi. During the session, shareholders approved the disbursement of KShs. 9.6 billion total dividends payout for the 2024 financial year, reaffirming a sustained return to shareholders.
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PRESS RELEASE: KCB Group shareholders approve KShs. 9.6 billion dividend payout

Thursday, May 22, 2025
A motor rider who delivers different items ordered online at Vuba Vuba. File
Technology

What to look out for before shopping online

Thursday, May 22, 2025
(L-R) Central Bank Deputy Governor Justin Nsengiyumva, John Bosco Kalisa,  the former Chief Executive Officer of the East African Business Council and Kevin Karobia, Senior Investment Analyst at BK Capital.

Experts weigh in on Rwanda’s plan to add gold to foreign reserves

Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Equity Group Managing Director and CEO, Dr. James Mwangi (Right) receives the certificate of recognition from Superbrands East Africa Project Director Jawad Jaffer (left). Equity Group Holdings Plc has been recognized as a Superbrand in East Africa, a distinction that affirms the Group's commitment to quality, reliability, and excellence in the financial services sector.
Featured

PRESS RELEASE: Equity Group recognised as Superbrand in East Africa

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
A session where members of the senate committee on economic development and finance engaged with financial sector stakeholders to examine issues on May 19. Courtesy
Economy

Senators concerned by wider economic risks of non-performing loans

Monday, May 19, 2025
Central Bank Deputy Governor Justin Nsengiyumva during the quarterly Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) and Financial Stability Committee (FSC) press briefing on Thursday, May 15. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Economy

Economy remains resilient despite global uncertainties – Central Bank’s Nsengiyumva

Monday, May 19, 2025
Central Bank Deputy Governor Justin Nsengiyumva addresses participants in the Annual research Conference in Kigali. Courtesy
Economy

Research crucial to advancing digital payments, says deputy central bank governor

Sunday, May 18, 2025
Health professionals warn that skipping doses or self-medicating is making antibiotics like amoxicillin ineffective in up to 80% of cases, driving antimicrobial resistance.
Health

What you should know about antimicrobial resistance, an escalating global threat

Saturday, May 17, 2025