Tag: World Bank

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How Rwanda’s rural Districts missed out on surge in FDI

How Rwanda’s rural Districts missed out on surge in FDI

Districts of the capital namely Gasabo, Kicukiro and Nyarugenge accounted for 81 per cent of FDI projects, 72 per cent of investments, and 82 per cent of projected jobs over the period 2016–2022.

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Rwanda food inflation hits new record high of 42.4pc

Rwanda food inflation hits new record high of 42.4pc

Rwanda is among 10 countries with the highest food price inflation globally in the latest World Bank assessment released on February 27

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POVERTY: Is high inflation causing new woes in Rwanda?

POVERTY: Is high inflation causing new woes in Rwanda?

Effects of rising inflation could undermine the hard-won socio-economic gains registered over the recent years, if not properly addressed.

ECONOMY
Rwanda’s economic recovery prospects facing new headwinds - Report

Rwanda’s economic recovery prospects facing new headwinds - Report

Official data indicate that Rwandan firms and entrepreneurs generally struggle to secure certification for an international standard, popularly known as ISO certification, which is deemed crucial when it comes to tapping into the export market, and especially the adoption of e-commerce platforms and...

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URBANISATION: Kigali authorities move to fix another 'slum'

URBANISATION: Kigali authorities move to fix another 'slum'

Kigali City council on May 23 invited developers to bid for the tender dubbed Mpazi Informal Settlement Upgrading Works, which involves expansion of key amenities, including roads, water supply and storm water systems in addition to street lighting and others, to the area.