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…
Rwanda and the United Kingdom (UK) formalised their commitment to enhanced air travel and economic cooperation by signing a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA). The agreement was concluded during the opening of the ICAO Air Services Negotiation (ICAN2025) event this…
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…
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 significant diplomatic and economic move, Rwanda and the Kingdom of Morocco have signed a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) that is set to boost trade between the two countries over time. The agreement was formalised on the sidelines…
ACF2025 builds on Afreximbank’s leadership in trade-related compliance and its investment in AI-powered platforms that streamline client onboarding, enable real-time risk monitoring, and ensure secure transaction processing Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping trade in Africa – curbing illicit financial flows,…
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…
The African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) has announced the commencement of Ms. Adefunke Adeyemi’s second term as Secretary General, a powerful vote of confidence in her leadership and a strategic commitment to advancing a unified African aviation sector. Effective September…
A decade-old scandal has resurfaced at the heart of the capital city administration, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), raising serious alarms about systemic corruption and a chronic lack of accountability. During a fiery session of the Committee on Commissions,…
The Financial Alliance for Women Annual Summit 2025 officially kicked off in Kigali, Rwanda, on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 and is set to be concluded today. The summit, at which the First Lady of Rwanda, H.E. Jeannette Kagame, was the…
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.…
MTN Group’s appointment of Monzer Ali as the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Rwanda is a strategic move that is expected to boost the company’s market leadership in the Rwandan telecom industry. With his wealth of experience and expertise, Monzer…