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The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has increased the central bank policy rate by 100 basis points to 8.25% in response to rising inflation. PHOTO BY CRAISH BAHIZI
Editorial

The real test for Central Bank lies ahead

Friday, May 22, 2026
Female workers picking tea leaves in tea plantation. They work under AFESO, an association established in 2007.
Agriculture

International Tea Day: Scaling inclusive value chains in Rwanda’s tea sector – the SORWATHE experience

Thursday, May 21, 2026
BPR Rwanda officials during the bank’s annual general meeting in Kigali, on May 16. Courtesy
Featured

BPR Bank expects sustained growth after 35% profit jump driven by lending expansion

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
According to the AfCFTA 2024–2025 Implementation Report, 48 countries have submitted draft schedules of specific commitments on trade in services, with 22 already technically verified in priority sectors

The $200 handshake: Africa’s payment paradox

Sunday, May 17, 2026
RRA Commissioner General Ronald Niwenshuti.

Govt introduces VAT on digital goods, services

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Food stuff sellers and clients at Kimironko market.

Between rising costs and silent debt

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Members of Parliament follow the presentation of the Budget Framework Paper at the parliament on Monday, May 11. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Infrastructure

Budget: Lawmakers call for action on compensation delays, road repairs

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa presenting the figures to Parliament on Monday, May 11. Photos by Craish Bahizi.
Economy

Govt highlights spending priorities for 2026-27

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
A section of Kigali Central Business District at Imbuga City Walk in Nyarugenge District, on Monday, May 11. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Rwanda’s emerging role in global cancer innovation

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The bundles include a selection of carefully chosen products focused on wellness, relaxation, self-care, and everyday enjoyment, ideal for celebrating mothers and maternal figures in a thoughtful way
Featured

I&M Bank Rwanda, Simba Supermarket celebrate Mother’s Day with special gift bundles

Sunday, May 10, 2026
Electricity infrastructure at Gasogi Station. Experts say the energy sector should be among the priorities in the upcoming budget.
Economy

Experts push for jobs, energy security, and resilience in 2026/27 budget

Saturday, May 09, 2026
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

Wednesday, May 06, 2026