In a decisive move signalling a commitment to continental integration, Rwanda has officially implemented visa-free entry for all African citizens. Announced by President Paul Kagame, this landmark policy dismantles long-standing travel barriers and is being hailed as a transformational catalyst…
Yvonne Manzi Makolo, the Chief Executive of RwandAir, is spearheading a strategic, high-impact drive to transform Rwanda’s national carrier and the country’s aviation sector into a formidable African hub. Her vision is built on bold fleet growth, expanded global routes,…
Rwanda is leveraging the global stage of the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai to significantly strengthen its trade, investment, and diplomatic ties with China and the wider Asian market. The nation’s participation in the Expo running from…
Rwanda is cementing its reputation as an economic success story, and a new study has reaffirmed the powerful role of tourism as the country’s primary economic driver. A recent two-day validation workshop on the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Study…
In a world obsessed with fast growth and louder voices, Dr. Diane Karusisi is proving that quiet power can shake markets, shape nations, and redefine what leadership looks like; especially in Africa’s boardrooms. She’s not just Rwanda’s most formidable banker.…
Uganda has secured a major victory on the international standardisation stage, after Eng. James Kasigwa, the Executive Director of the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), was elected as a Council member of the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) for the 2026-2028…
Rwanda is aggressively sharpening its focus on attracting high-impact foreign direct investment (FDI), centering its strategy on global partnerships and a robust reform agenda. This drive was underscored this week by a high-level engagement between the Rwanda Development Board (RDB),…
In a decisive move to create a digitally unified East Africa, the Permanent Secretary of Uganda’s Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Aminah Zawedde, recently chaired a high-level meeting in Kigali, Rwanda. The gathering brought together senior ICT officials…
MTN Rwanda‘s Connect Women in Business (CWiB) campaign has been making waves in the country’s business landscape, empowering women to turn their potential into prosperity and dreams into reality. The 6th edition of the CWiB event held recently was a…
The staff and management of MTN Rwanda and MoMo, led by the Chief Executive Officer, Monzer Ali, convened at the Gisozi Genocide Memorial on Monday to pay their respects to the lives lost during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.…
As the world edges closer to climate tipping points, Nairobi this week becomes the heartbeat of agricultural innovation and planetary survival. At the inaugural CGIAR Science Week, global science minds are converging with Africa’s leading development voices and East Africa…
Bank of Kigali Plc announced the appointment of Eugene Ubalijoro as its new Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective February 5, 2025. Mr. Ubalijoro succeeds Rod Michael Reynolds, who is retiring from the position. The appointment was made by…
Spiro, the largest electric vehicle company in Africa, is charging ahead in its mission to revolutionise sustainable transportation across the continent and it recently signed a heads of terms agreement for a $50 million debt facility with the African Export-Import…