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Economy - 22 March 2026
MP Questions Deputy Prime Minister on Fuel Supply Amid Middle East Crisis
Kinshasa March 16, 2026 - Congolese National Deputy Flory Mapamboli Posa submitted a written question to the Deputy Prime Minister in charge of the National Economy regarding the potential impact of the Middle East…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Rwanda and Kenya Sign MoU to Boost Cross-Border Payments
Kigali, 11 March 2026 - The Central Bank of Rwanda (BNR) and the Bank of Kenya have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate cross-border payments and strengthen regional financial integration.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Landslide at Safi Mine in Lualaba Kills at Least 10 Artisanal Miners
Kakanda, Lualaba March 13, 2026 - At least ten artisanal miners have died and one person injured following a landslide at the Safi mining site near Kakanda in Lualaba’s Lubudi territory.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Rwanda Earns Over Rwf236.8 Billion from Tourism in Three Months
Kigali, March 12, 2026 - Rwanda generated more than Rwf236.8 billion (approximately $161.5 million) in tourism revenue over a three-month period from November 2025 to January 2026, according to data from the National…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Rwanda Aims to Place Primary Health Centers in Schools and Markets
Kigali, 19 March 2026 - The Ministry of Health (MINISANTE) announced plans to establish primary health centers in schools and crowded public spaces, including markets, to provide timely medical care to students and residents.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Investor Abdul Samad Rabiu Praises President Kagame’s Leadership
Kigali, 13 March 2026 - Abdul Samad Rabiu, one of Africa’s wealthiest investors, has praised President Paul Kagame for his visionary leadership and commitment to Rwanda’s development, calling him an example for Africa and beyond.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Rwanda Reports Decline in Attempted Bank Frauds Despite Rising Cyber Threats
Kigali, 19 March 2026 - Rwanda recorded around 3,000 attempted bank frauds in 2025, down from 5,000 cases the previous year, according to the Central Bank.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
EAC Calls on AU to Strengthen Mediation Efforts in Eastern DRC
Arusha, March 9, 2026 - The East African Community (EAC) has urged the African Union (AU) to mobilize adequate financial and logistical resources to support ongoing mediation efforts aimed at resolving the escalating…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Congo Airways Faces Critical Challenges; President Tshisekedi Demands Realistic Recovery
March 22, 2026 - The national airline, Congo Airways SA, remains in a precarious state, posing legal, financial, and reputational risks for the state as a shareholder.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 22 March 2026
Rwanda-Burundi: Catholic Bishops Express Hope for Reopening of Closed Borders
Kigali March 12, 2026 - Catholic bishops from Rwanda and Burundi have expressed hope that land borders between the two countries, closed since January 2024, will soon reopen, allowing the resumption of cross-border…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 15 March 2026
Mali’s Transition President Presents Mining Development Funds to Local Authorities
Bamako, March 12, 2026 - General Assimi Goïta, President of the Transition and Head of State, presided over a ceremonial presentation of giant checks from the Local Mining Development Fund to nine municipalities on…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 15 March 2026
BCEAO Governor Briefs President Goïta on Regional Economic Outlook
Bamako, March 6, 2026 - Mali’s transitional president, General Assimi Goïta, received a delegation from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) on Friday to discuss the state of the regional economy.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read