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Diaspora remittances rise by 12%

Money sent by Rwandans living abroad increased by 12.5 percent, from Rwf 320 billion in 2010 to Rwf 360 billion in 201,1 indicating more involvement by the Diaspora in the country’s economic sector. More economic input from abroad is also expected when the Diaspora Mutual Fund begins to operate properly, according to leaders of the Diaspora.
Members of the Diaspora who attended the Dialogue Meeting last week. They have vowed to increase their remittances to the country. The New Times / File.
Members of the Diaspora who attended the Dialogue Meeting last week. They have vowed to increase their remittances to the country. The New Times / File.
Ivan R. Mugisha