KIGALI – The Rwandan government has commissioned the country’s first utility scale solar plant, which is also the biggest in the region.
The solar photovoltaic…
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Flydubai opens new routes to Bujumbura, Kigali and Entebbe
By Mary Sophia
Gulfbusiness-Dubai-based airline flydubai has announced that it will begin services to three new destinations in East Africa from September.
The budget airline,…
Rwandan authorities deny claims of complicity in alleged disappearance of citizens
Rwanda Police have dismissed allegations by a human rights advocacy group that the state is guilty of involvement in several cases of enforced disappearances in…
South Sudan to join regional railway project
South Sudan will join Rwanda, Kenya, and Uganda in a standard gauge railway (SGR) project that seeks to enhance regional integration and trade.
A Joint…
Rwanda set to Host East Africa’s Business Council Headquarters
The Rwandan government has agreed to allocate land to East Africa’s Business Council (EABC) to construct the body’s regional head offices, reports indicate.
According to…
Rwanda to Host East Africa’s Science and Technological Commission
The East African Community (EAC) has settled on Rwanda to host the upcoming East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO).
Louise Mushikiwabo, Rwanda’s Foreign Minister,…
East African Leaders to Introduce Central Corridor Infrastructural Projects
Leaders from the East African region will soon initiate the Central Corridor Infrastructural Project, which will include Burundi and Tanzania, reports indicate.
According to reports,…
Rwanda’s $24m Solar Plant Deal
Reports indicate that Rwanda is set to become the first East African country with a utility-scale solar plant following a $24m deal.
This deal will…
Grenade Attack in Rwanda leaves 6 Injured
A grenade attack reportedly occurred next to a bus stop in Rwanda’s Northern Province, leaving at least six people wounded. It is reported that two…
Rwanda to Crack Down on Taxis without Automated Meters
Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency (RURA) will soon initiate a crackdown on all Taxi operators who have not installed automated meters as directed by the agency.…
Tanzania Complains of Being Sidelined in East African Bloc
Previously a model of regional integration, the EAC is seemingly demonstrating indications of cracking under the pressure of competing agendas.
Apparently too cautious and slow…