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RWANDA TO BEGIN THE CONSTRUCTION OF REMERA SPORTS HUB

Posted on February 13, 2020February 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

The government of Rwanda plans to develop a sports hub in Remera. The Minister of Infrastructure, Claver Gatete, disclosed the report that at least 35 hectare in Remera, in which Amahoro National Stadium and Kigali Arena are located will get a face-lift so as to produce the Remera Sports Hub. “The government is set to upgrade Remera into a Modern Sports Center. After the construction of Kigali Arena which complies with international standards, the surrounding facilities…

RECURRING FLOODING SET TO END AFTER CONTRACTOR APPOINTMENT

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Gambeta News

Rwanda’s Nyabugogo area set for major revamp after appointment of contractor. Flood prone Nyabugogo area is set for a major revamp after the hiring of a contractor. The recent downpour in Nyabugogo area has killed people and also paralysed business which resulted in the project. According to report, the implementation of US$2.6m (Rwf2.5 billion) will help contain the flood as work will kick-off next week. It will also improve the resilience of the Nyabugogo area…

TANZANIA: RUSUMO HYDRO POWER PLANT ALMOST COMPLETE

Posted on January 14, 2020January 14, 2020 by Gambeta News

Rusumo 80MW hydroelectric power station is 59% complete. The construction of Rusumo Hydroelectric Power Station to generate 80MW has now reached 59% compared to 32% in June last year. The revelations were made by the outgoing chairman of Energy Ministers from Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda, Tanzanian Minister for Energy, Dr Medard Kalemani. “After inspection, my fellow energy ministers and I were satisfied with the construction progress,” said the minister. Rusumo Hydroelectric Power Station involves the…

RWANDA’s MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT ASSESS COUNTRY INFRASTRUCTURE DURING TOUR

Posted on January 6, 2020January 7, 2020 by Gambeta News

Lower House begins infrastructure tour around the nation. Rwanda Members of Parliaments (MPs) to begin tour around the nation basic infrastructural facilities. The tour which kick-off today 6 January 2020 is aimed at assessing projects that have been driving the economic development in the nation. It will also aimed at assessing government program which will serve as recommendation on how to strengthen the projects for sustainable progress. While according to reports from local media houses,…

RWANDA GOVT. SIGN DEAL WITH NETHERLANDS FOR PORT CONSTRUCTION

Posted on November 29, 2019 by Gambeta News

Government of Rwanda sign grant with Netherland for port construction at Lake Kivu Plans are in motion for the construction of four ports at Lake Kivu. This was announced by Rwanda Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) via its official twitter handle. The project will have a grant agreement that was signed between the government and Netherlands. According to the grants, Netherland will co-finance 45% of the fund needed to construct the project. Today…

AFRICA’S FIRST SILICON VALLEY

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Gambeta News

Rwanda will host Africa’s first Silicon Valley. Kigali the capital of Rwanda is becoming one of Africa’s fastest developing cities with groundbreaking infrastructural facilities boosting the country’s economy. The Eastern African country as of late propelled Africa’s first electronic cross fringe exchange stage in collaboration with Alibaba Group’s Electronic World Trade Platform (eWTP) to connect private ventures over the mainland. Another masterpiece is the Kigali Innovation City that has been a Pan Africa Human and…

RUSSIA TO DEVELOP A NUCLEAR POWER PLANT IN RWANDA

Posted on October 25, 2019October 25, 2019 by Gambeta News

Russia takes a practical step by building a nuclear power plant for Rwanda. After the Russia-Africa Summit in Sochi, Russia and Rwanda finalized on a deal to promote the use of nuclear energy in Rwanda. The deal was first initiated in December 2018, but was concluded after the summit. The project will completed by 2024 by Russia’s Rosatom Global Nuclear Company. Legal Agreement The agreement nails the immense alliance between both parties in handling the…

RWANDA LAUNCHES ENTIRELY MADE IN AFRICA SMARTPHONES

Posted on October 9, 2019October 9, 2019 by Gambeta News

Welcome to the era of MADE IN AFRICA. Yes!!! Rwanda is changing the narrative of Africa. Smartphones in Africa will soon lose its “Made in China” label; as Rwanda recently launched Africa’s first ever smartphone manufacturing plant in Kigali. In a bid to focus on ICT and also becoming a regional technology hub; President Paul Kagame on Monday (7th October 2019) officiated in the launching of Mara Phones manufacturing plant in the country’s capital –…

RWANDA PRIME MINISTER VISIT UNOPERATIONAL PROJECT AFTER YEARS OF COMPLETION

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Gambeta News

Rwanda Prime Minister visit unoperational projects but will it yield any outcome? Rwanda Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has visited two projects that is still unoperational after completion. The projects are Burera Beach Resort Hotel in Kagogo Sector and Burera Dairy in Cyanika Sector. The Burera Beach Resort Hotel is aimed at enhancing tourism in the area. It will also boost revenues generated by the district. As tourists visiting Urugezi valley, Burera and Ruhondo twin lakes…

RWANDA AND ZIMBABWE SIGN MINING DEAL

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Gambeta News

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signed between Rwanda and Zimbabwe to boost mining sector. Rwanda and Zimbabwe has sign an MoU that will aim to spur business and private sector involvement. This MoU will help the mining sector in promoting and creating more opportunities for citizens in both nations. The mining deal will bring both nations to work together in training, exchange resources management experiences as well as share expert employment in the mining sector. CEO…

RWANDA GOVT. TO INCREASE FUND FOR HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME

Posted on August 20, 2019 by Gambeta News

Mutuelle de santé scheme set to get extra fund from Rwanda government. Rwanda Government is providing extra funds for community-based health insurance scheme. The scheme which is known as mutuelle de santé, will raised the country’s prospects of attaining universal health insurance coverage. The fund which is worth US$10million (Rwf10billion) was announced by Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB). Meanwhile, it will also guarantee the stability of the country’s largest insurance scheme with the scheme. This…

TECHNOLOGY TO BE USED FOR RWANDA CERVICAL CANCER TREATMENT

Posted on July 18, 2019July 22, 2019 by Gambeta News

Can the government afford to maintain the use of Artificial intelligence for cervical cancer treatment in the next 10 or 20 years? Our world has been thoroughly transformed by digital technology. This is why Rwanda is making plans to use it for the treatment of cervical cancer for their citizens. Rwanda is among countries having high burden of cervical cancer. According to statistics from last year, incident rate was 31.9 per 100,000 women and a…

PICTURES OF AFRICA50 INFRASTRUCTURE EVENTS IN RWANDA

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Gambeta News

Africa50 is an infrastructure investment platform that contributes to Africa’s growth . This is through developing and investing in bankable projects, catalyzing public sector capital, and mobilizing private sector funding, with differentiated financial returns and impact. The two-day General ShareHolder Meeting is from 9-10 july in Kigali, Rwanda. Want to know more about what we do @Africa50Infra? Watch our latest corporate video, which was unveiled this morning at the Opening Ceremony of our #A50GSM2019 this…

MADAGASCAR CELEBRATES 59TH ANNIVERSARY

Posted on June 26, 2019June 27, 2019 by Gambeta News

Colourful celebrations as Madagascar celebrates its 59th Independence Day Anniversary President Paul Kagame of Rwanda also joined President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar in celebrating the 59th Independence Day Anniversary. Since gaining independence from France on June 26th, 1960, Madagascar continues to flourish. Interestingly, Madagascar is the world’s fourth largest island and is home to some rare creatures. More so, the beautiful French speaking island is approximately 400 km off the coast of East Africa. Today’s…

RWANDA PRIVATE SECTOR TO BE FINANCED BY CHINA EXIMBANK

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Gambeta News

Eximbank of China to support Rwanda private sector after meeting. China Eximbank is making plans to extend financial support to Rwanda Private sector. Minister for Finance and Economic Planning Uzziel Ndagijimana made the statement after holding talks with the bank executives. The meeting was part of China-Africa relations, existing challenges and how best to strengthen the partnership for mutual interests. During the two day FOCAC meeting some 80 African ministerial-level officials attend the event. Uzziel…

RWANDAIR OPENS NEW ROUTE TO GUANGZHOU, CHINA

Posted on June 18, 2019June 18, 2019 by Gambeta News

RwandAir opens new route to Guangzhou with 234 passengers onboard its inaugural flight. RwandAir has officially open its new route to China. The route which commence this morning will link kigali to Guangzhou, which is the third largest city in China. The inaugural flight will be for 15 hours to Guangzhou which is less than the original 24 hours. Meanwhile, the opening also marks the Airline third Asian destination after Dubai and Mumbai. The flight…

RWANDA, DR CONGO REVIEW CROSS-BORDER TRADE TAX

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Gambeta News

Rwanda and DR Congo review cross-border trade during a bilateral meeting in kigali. Rwanda and DR Congo are reviewing the cross-border trade tax. This is after both nations agree to come up with a list of products, business sizes that will benefit the tax-free cross-border trade. The bilateral meeting had both nation Ministers for Trade in attendance. Meanwhile, the deal which was originally signed in 2016 is still not functioning. The simplified trade regime (STR)…

RWANDA PLANS TO INVEST US$440M FOR WATER SUPPLY PROJECT

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Gambeta News

Rwanda to build eight water treatment plants before 2022 with US$440m investment. Plans are underway by the Rwanda Government to invest US$440 million over the next three years. This investment will be for the construction of a water treatment plant and supply systems in urban and rural areas. The aim of the project is to accelerate efforts to ensure that all Rwandan have access to clean water by 2024. This statement was made by the…

RWANDA GOVT. SIGN DEAL FOR JOB CREATION WITH CHINESE FIRM

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Gambeta News

Pink Mango C&D agree deal with Rwanda Govt. to produce garments for both domestic and export markets. Job creation is vital for the growth of any nation economy. This is why Rwanda has sign a deal with chinese firm Pink Mango C&D to establish a modern garment factory. The factory will aim to produce garments for both the domestic and export markets. It will also provide 7500 jobs for the nation by the fifth year…

CHINESE FIRM SIGN DEAL WITH RWANDA LOCAL PARTNER FOR TEXTILE IMPORTATION

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Gambeta News

China’s Biggest Textile Company signed deal with Rwanda Local Partner AMG Jiangyin BaoRui Textile Ltd which is one of China biggest textile company has sign a contract with Apparel Manufacturing Group (AMG). The deal is to produce fabrics as well as other product that will be use in Rwanda. The new partnership will see #AMG representing the Chinese textile Giant in Rwanda & they will start producing fabrics as well as other finished products like…

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