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Rwanda's Urban Consumer Price Index (CPI), the country's primary measure of inflation, rose by 13.6 per cent in June 2026. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Economy

Consumer prices increased 13.6% in June

Friday, July 10, 2026
The City of Kigali's neighbourhood road cost-sharing programme has become one of Rwanda's most innovative urban development initiatives. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Citizen-led roads are changing Kigali one neighbourhood at a time

Thursday, July 02, 2026
Ramba Hills Real Estate that is under construction in Kigali. A $80 million (approximately Frw 115 billion) real estate development is underway in Kacyiru.

Rwanda’s next housing revolution must go vertical to maximise land use

Friday, June 12, 2026
An artist's impression of Ramba Hills Real Estate in Kigali. A $80 million (approximately Frw 115 billion) real estate development is underway in Kacyiru. Courtesy
Editorial

Real estate growth must include affordable housing

Tuesday, June 09, 2026
RSSB's Heza Estate comprises 548 residential units across two categories, a landmark residential development located in Batsinda, Kinyinya Sector, Gasabo District, Kigali. Courtesy
Editorial

Affordable housing is a foundation for prosperity

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Visitors during a guided tour of the ISANGE Estate at Rebero in Kicukiro District. File
Housing

How Kigali can keep housing affordable as city grows

Monday, May 25, 2026
Food stuff sellers and clients at Kimironko market.

Between rising costs and silent debt

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Cross-border trucks pass through Rusumo One Stop Border Post in Kirehe District. File photo.
Economy

Experts call for policy reforms to ease fuel cost pressures

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
PHOTO BY OSWALD MUTUYEYEZU

From pump to plate: Navigating the fuel price surge

Saturday, April 04, 2026
An artist's impression of Kigali Green City project that aims to create sustainable, environmentally friendly, and affordable housing. Courtesy
Housing

What is behind delays of Kigali Green City project?

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
A view of Lacasa apartment in Kigali where the building is divided into privately owned units. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Housing

Why more Rwandans opt for condos for accommodation

Friday, February 13, 2026
A mother shares a warm moment with her children, reflecting how changing policies, economic realities, and personal choices are shaping smaller, planned families in Rwanda. Courtesy
Health

How policy, economics and choice are redefining family size in Rwanda

Friday, January 16, 2026