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I&M Bank Rwanda posted an 18 per cent increase in net profit to Rwf6.4 billion for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. Photo by Craish BAHIZI (2)
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I&M Bank Rwanda achieves 18% profit growth, deposits cross Rwf1tn in Q1 2026

Friday, May 22, 2026
BPR Rwanda officials during the bank’s annual general meeting in Kigali, on May 16. Courtesy
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BPR Bank expects sustained growth after 35% profit jump driven by lending expansion

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
African banking revenues have surpassed $100 billion for the first time, reaching $99 billion in 2024 and an estimated $107 billion in 2025. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Economy

African banking surpasses $100bn in revenue

Friday, May 15, 2026
Benjamin Mutimura, Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Rwanda, and Françoise Lombard, Chief Executive Officer of Proparco during the signing ceremony on Wednesday, May 13. Courtesy
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€25m I&M Rwanda-Proparco deal to ease SMEs' access to finance

Friday, May 15, 2026
Rwanda Development Board CEO Jean-Guy Afrika delivers his remarks at the opening session of the 2026 Africa CEO Forum in Kigali on May 14. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

What economists say about impact of Africa CEO Forum

Thursday, May 14, 2026
Ongoing construction works on the Base–Butaro road in Burera District. The 63-kilometre road is among the planned projects for which the government has allocated Rwf305.3 billion to the transport sector.
Economy

Where Rwanda’s Rwf7.8tn budget will go in 2026/27

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
RSSB Chief Executive Officer Regis Rugemanshuro and Enko Capital Co-Founder and Managing Partner Cyrille Nkontchou during the signing ceremony in Kigali on April 27. Photo by Kellya Keza
Business

Who stands to benefit from Rwanda’s $100m SME fund?

Thursday, April 30, 2026
The signing ceremony took place in Kigali on Monday, April 27.
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RSSB leads first round of $100m SME fund to spur business growth

Monday, April 27, 2026
I&M Bank Rwanda staff celebrate the two awards by Rwanda Women in Business Association (RWIBA) for institutional excellence and leadership in advancing gender equity. Courtesy
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I&M Bank Rwanda recognised for advancing gender equity, inclusive growth

Friday, April 03, 2026
Bank of Kigali CEO Diane Karusisi and BK Group CEO Uzziel Ndagijimana during a press conference. BK Group has reported a strong financial performance for 2025, posting a net profit of Rwf110.1 billion.
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BK Group delivers strong double-digit profit growth as asset base reaches new milestone

Friday, April 03, 2026
PAC Chairperson Valens Muhakwa (1st Right), highlights persistent weaknesses despite improvements brought by the 2022 law. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Law

Lawmakers demand swift overhaul of procurement rules

Thursday, April 02, 2026
I&M Bank headquarters in Nyarugenge District.
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I&M Bank Rwanda records 24% net profit rise, assets reach Rwf1.1 trillion in 2025

Friday, March 27, 2026