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Left to right: BRD Chief Executive Officer Stella Rusine Nteziryayo; the Minister of State at the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, Yves Iradukunda; Kayco co-founder and Chief Technology Officer Kevin G. Kayisire, and the company’s co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Crepin Kayisire, chat as they visit the company’s merchant at Zaria Court Hotel in Kigali, on May 28, 2026 (Dan Gatsinzi).
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BRD-backed startups achieve strong growth, deliver tech-driven impact

Friday, May 29, 2026
African Development Bank (AfDB) Group President Sidi Ould Tah speaks during the AfDB Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. Courtesy
Economy

Africa doesn’t lack capital for its development, says AfDB President

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Participants during a consultative meeting between the Judiciary and heads of banks and financial institutions on May 26. Courtesy
Economy

Bankers back arbitration, mediation in dispute resolution

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
BK Group Plc Board Chairperson Jean Philippe Prosper and the grioup's CEO Uzziel Ndagijimana during the Group’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kigali on Friday, May 22. All photos by Kellya Keza
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BK Group at 60: Strong profits fuel higher dividends, expansion drive

Sunday, May 24, 2026
The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Rwanda, Belen Calvo Uyarra, speaks at Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali in 2024. The EU supports youth development through various initiatives like Aguka. (courtesy).

Rwanda’s youth are not a liability—they are a 54x return on investment

Saturday, May 09, 2026
Youths from Kilimo Trust Ltd., a youth-led organization, showcase their avocado oil during the Mulindi Agri Show on August 8, 2024. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Business

New youth fund targets offering single-digit loans

Thursday, May 07, 2026
Letshego Rwanda former Chief Executive Officer Joel Uwizeye is joined by Kungu Gatabaki, the Letshego Group chairman and independent non-executive director, and Tom Kocsis, the Letshego East Africa head, to unveil the firm's brand logo at Serena Hotel in Kigali on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Letshego Rwanda Plc, a local microfinance bank, is set to be acquired by Axian Digital Venture Holdings and Management Limited. Photo by Nadege Imbabazi
Business

Letshego Rwanda to be acquired by Dubai-based firm

Monday, May 04, 2026
A farmer displays a variety of agricultural products grown on her farm. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Women

Govt launches centre to boost financing for women-led businesses

Monday, May 04, 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
The central bank has revoked the licences of seven private non-deposit taking financial service providers (NDFSPs) this year. FILE
Finance

Central bank oversight sees seven lenders lose licences

Friday, April 24, 2026
Porters carry food commodities in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Economy

Experts share tips on ways to navigate rising prices

Monday, April 20, 2026
Workers sort fresh avocados for export at the National Agricultural Export Development Board Warehouse in Kigali. File
Business

China seen as key alternative as Rwanda’s export markets weaken

Saturday, April 18, 2026