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This photo taken on April 15, 2026 shows containers at the Nairobi station of the Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in Nairobi, Kenya. (Photo by Nelson Asienwa/Xinhua)
Economy

Zero-tariff policy boosts China-Africa modernization drive

Saturday, May 02, 2026
The Minister of State for Infrastructure, Jean de Dieu Uwihanganye, speaks during a news conference in Kigali on December 1, 2025. Photo: Craish Bahizi
Energy

Govt mandates 30% electric vehicles in public procurement

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) Chief Investment Officer Michelle Umurungi interacts with Chinese investors at the 8th China International Import Expo, taking place from November 5–10, 2025, in Shanghai. Courtesy
Economy

Rwanda ‘hopes for stronger foothold’ in Chinese market

Friday, November 07, 2025
Andrew Mold, Director of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) in Eastern Africa, explained key factors behind the region’s unexpected resilience. Courtesy of UNECA.
Economy

Weakening dollar, strong exports drive eastern Africa’s trade resilience – UNECA

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
A mechanic works at Car Zone Express garage in Kigali. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Business

The hidden hustle behind Rwanda’s auto parts market

Monday, October 13, 2025
Hybrids appeal to buyers not only because they combine fuel and electric power but also due to generous government tax exemptions. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Business

A closer look at Rwandan car market, shifting brand preferences

Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Rwanda National police officers inspect fuel powerd vehicle during an exercise in Kigali. File
Environment

A look at vehicle emissions standards being used in Rwanda

Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Officials launch the East African Business & Investment Summit and Expo 2025 in Arusha on August 13. Courtesy
Economy

Govt to push private sector agenda ahead of key EAC trade summits

Monday, August 18, 2025
A worker on duty at Kabuye Sugar Plant Factory. The government is exploring ways to boost domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports, according to the Ministry of Trade and Industry. File photo.
Economy

Rwanda steps up efforts to boost local sugar production, cut imports

Thursday, July 31, 2025
The fuel depot is made up of 5 tanks with 22 million liters of storage capacity. With rising imports of heavy fuel oil (HFO) used in industrial plants, lawmakers are calling for additional storage. Courtesy photo
Energy

Need for heavy fuel import depots

Friday, July 25, 2025
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa presenting the 2025-26 budget bill to the Members of Parliament. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Economy

Rwanda’s 2025/26 tax shifts: What divergence from EAC tariffs means

Saturday, July 12, 2025
Some brand new hybrid cars at Akagera Motor showroom at Kicukiro. The value-added tax (VAT) on hybrid vehicles is set to officially take effect on July 1. Craish BAHIZI
Economy

Which new taxes are in force as fiscal year begins?

Tuesday, July 01, 2025