AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEarthquake: A magnitude 6.4 tremor originating in Tanzania was felt in Kigali, prompting renewed attention to earthquake preparedness. Business: MTN Rwanda’s third-quarter revenue rose nearly 20% to RWF261.3 billion, with fintech growth, subscriber gains and cost controls boosting results. Regional Trade: An AfCFTA programme for East African small businesses has opened in Kigali, offering training to help firms reach markets across the continent. Trade Outlook: The United States plans to end Rwanda’s duty-free access under AGOA from January 2027, putting future exports to the U.S. under pressure. Health Research: Rwanda has launched Africa’s first clinical trial of a long-acting injectable malaria prevention drug, as reforms aim to speed up trial approvals. Industry: Rwanda’s industrial output grew 7.2% year on year in September.
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