2017

Rwanda a country in the Great Lakes region of Africa has great potential for tourism, it possesses great sceneries and wildlife; particularly gorillas and chimpanzees. In the aftermath of the gruesome genocide of 1994 that left more than 1 million Tutsis dead Rwanda is now like a phoenix being reborn from its ashes. With a population of roughly 12 million, Rwanda is on the path of national unification...

The trade between Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, Burundi, and Tanzania has experienced a decline from 2015 according to the latest reports compiled by East Africa Community (EAC) Trade and Investment Report 2016. The report was released in November 2017 and indicated that there was a total reduction of 19.5% in trade for the second consecutive year.  Overall, the EAC trade deficit dropped to $14.8...

Philip lucky, the marketing manager at Rwanda Development Board (RDB) said that there is the need for more investors who can provide low-cost housing facilities and reduce the cost incurred in the importation of construction materials. Rwanda intends to have 340, 000 units by 2022 to cater for the increasing demand of housing facilities and the country has noted a rise in real estate investment for the...

Rwanda is yet to experience amendments in Law no16/2005 of 18/08/2005 on direct income taxes and all its first legal provisions as the lawmakers, and Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) met to discuss the changes. The proposed amendments made other members of parliament question the reason for the introduction of such changes. The new Income Tax Bill stipulates that a levy of 5% should be imposed on the sale...

Calls James Kabarebe, the Rwandan Minister of Defense, commended the developers working on low-cost houses to partner with the land-owners since this would solve the problem of development of slums. He urged the real estate developers of low-cost housing to come up with methods. He said these in Gako, Masaka sector in Kicukiro District during the launch of 32 affordable houses constructed by Abadahigwa ku...

Comparing the current state of Kigali with a decade or two, you will notice the difference and conquer with me that real estate is booming. Many structures are under construction while some completed and occupied, someone who visited the city a few years ago would notice the difference. However, there are major concerns in the city especially the rate at which you will find many vacant homes and commercial...

Ubumwe Grande The place is a nice place to check in for a drink be it during the day or at night. It's centrally located with a spectacular view and classy setting. The restaurant offers a unique combination of Kigali’s dish and its one of the local’s favorite joint to hang out. The poolside has the cool breeze that people enjoys while having some snacks during the day. Repub Lounge The lounge...

Kigali is the capital city of Rwanda located between Nyamiriambo hills. The city has a history of the significant dictatorial assassination to take place at that’s the Wagala Massacre. Despite the killings, the current regime has worked tirelessly to give the town a new face. Here are some of the reasons why Kigali is the better city to live in than Nairobi Kenya. Back in 2015 Kigali was voted as the...

The memories of 1994 Rwanda genocide are slowly fading, but the fact remains that 800, 000 lives were lost. The landlocked nation is taking steps to be Africa’s Switzerland, and it has outperformed its continental peers. Since 2000, Rwanda has recorded an average economic growth rate of 7.8%, and the nation is preparing to welcome delegate to World Economic Forum, African gathering. According to Mark...

Rwanda is a small nation that will leave one with big experiences. This sounds sarcastic, but that is the truth. The following are reasons why you should plan to visit Rwanda on your next holiday. Wildlife and Tours Akagera national reserve has lions and rhinos which you enjoy seeing. Moreover, the region has expansive savannah and safari big five. Why miss? Rainforest canopy At the...