Eki Holdings Ltd has officially congratulated the newly elected President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), affirming its full support and readiness to collaborate in driving sustainable and inclusive development across the continent. In a firm message of endorsement, the company emphasized that this leadership transition arrives at a defining moment in Africa’s growth journey. […]
Rwanda, Kazakhstan Forge Strategic Alliance in New Era of Africa–Central Asia Cooperation
Rwanda and Kazakhstan are entering a new chapter of bilateral relations, marked by a series of strategic agreements and a shared vision for deeper collaboration across key sectors. Speaking at the 2025 Astana International Forum, Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Nduhungirehe, affirmed that the partnership between the two nations is poised […]
Willy Manzi: Rewriting South Kivu’s Story with a Kagame Mindset
A physically happy man with an ever-smile on his face, Willy Manzi Ngarambe exudes warmth, strength, and a sense of optimism that instantly captures the hearts of those who meet him. But behind that smile lies a reservoir of pain and resilience — scars carved deep into his soul by decades of conflict, displacement, and […]
Rwanda’s Free Cancer Screening Drive Identifies Dozens of Cases Among Women in Kicukiro and Bugesera districts
Between April 14 and May 22, 2025, Rwanda carried out an intensive breast and cervical cancer screening campaign in the districts of Bugesera and Kicukiro, marking a critical step forward in the country’s efforts to detect and treat cancer early among women. The initiative, led by the Rwanda Biomedical Centre, aimed to screen 75,277 women. […]
Kabila Holds First Open Meeting with M23/AFC Rebels in Goma
In a highly symbolic political maneuver, former Congolese President Joseph Kabila made a dramatic appearance in Goma on Friday May 30, 2025 holding an open and widely publicized meeting with the leadership of the M23/AFC rebel alliance. The engagement, unprecedented in its openness, signals a sharp turn in Kabila’s political trajectory and a potential new […]
South Sudan’s Nuni Omot Joins APR in Pursuit of BAL Glory
South Sudanese basketball sensation Anunwa “Nuni” Omot is set to bolster APR Basketball Club’s lineup just ahead of the 2025 Basketball Africa League (BAL) playoffs. Rwanda Daily has confirmed that the 30-year-old forward, widely regarded as one of Africa’s elite talents, will touch down in Kigali on Saturday, May 31. From there, he’ll join the […]
Who is the new AfDB President and what does his leadership mean for Rwanda?
In a landmark decision poised to shape the future of African development financing, Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, a seasoned Mauritanian economist and development financier, has been elected as the new President of the African Development Bank (AfDB). He will officially assume office on September 1, 2025, succeeding Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, whose decade-long tenure has been […]
Inside $279M Kigali Urban Transport Improvement Project: All You Need to Know
Kigali, one of Africa’s fastest-growing cities, is on the cusp of a major urban mobility transformation. At the centre of this change is the Kigali Urban Transport Improvement (KUTI) Project—an ambitious, multimillion-dollar initiative designed to streamline the city’s transport network, reduce congestion, and boost public transport accessibility. Backed by a $100 million loan from the […]
New Infrastructure Taxes in Rwanda: What You Should Know
If you are a road user and vehicle owner in Rwanda, you could start paying a bit more for fuel and registering your vehicle—but it is all part of a national plan to improve roads and transport systems. The government has introduced new infrastructure-related taxes as part of the 2025 tax reform to help raise […]
Buying a Hybrid Vehicle in Rwanda? Here’s What the New Tax Reforms Mean for You
As Rwanda continues pushing toward a greener economy, hybrid vehicles have long benefited from a favourable tax regime—import duty, VAT, and excise duty exemptions. However, under the new tax reforms effective fiscal year 2025/2026, this incentive structure is changing, particularly for those considering purchasing older hybrid models. What’s changing? According to the latest tax reform […]