Reporting from the Hobe News archive
On 13 February 2025, High Commissioner Ambassador Jean de Dieu Uwihanganye met with Jean-Marc Merlin, Chairman of Apple Tree Group, a diversified conglomerate operating in several Southeast Asian countries, focusing on…
The Rwanda Private Sector Federation (PSF) and the Federation of Saudi Chambers of Commerce & Industry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the Saudi-Rwanda Chamber of Commerce, aimed at…
On February 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the imposition of new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing the need to curb illegal immigration and drug trafficking. The tariffs include…
Visit Rwanda, a tourism campaign launched by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) to promote Rwanda as a premier travel destination, hosted the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Cocktail on Tuesday, January 21, in Paris,…
In 2024, Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, solidified its position as a global meeting hub by hosting a variety of major events and international summits. Known for its safety, cleanliness, and forward-thinking policies, the…
The year 2024 has been transformative for Rwanda, characterized by significant political events, public health challenges, and strides in the international arena. Here's a comprehensive review of the year's key…
The government of Rwanda and American comedian and television host Steve Harvey's company BILT LLC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote tourism and investment in Rwanda. The agreement was signed on…
Rwanda’s Minister of Infrastructure, Dr. Jimmy Gasore, alongside Joan Wiegman, Ambassador of the Netherlands to Rwanda, and Alison Thorpe, UK High Commissioner, on Friday, December 6, inaugurated the Rubavu Port, a…
Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB) on November 25 announced the resumption of beryllium exportation after a four-month suspension. In August 2014, RMB informed the general public and all mineral exporters…
RwandAir Cargo has announced the launch of new cargo services to Harare in Zimbabwe, as its eighth cargo destination, enhancing its mission to connect Africa with the global market. "This milestone inaugural ad-hoc…
From November 5th to 10th, 2024, Rwandan companies will participate in the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, hosted by the Ministry of Commerce of…
On Tuesday, October 29, Chairperson of the Rwanda Private Sector Federation, Jeanne F. Mubiligi, signed a cooperation agreement with Marek Kowalski, the Chairperson of the Federation of Polish Entrepreneurs. The…
The Taste of Rwanda event has launched in London, showcasing over 20 Rwandan export companies from the agriculture and horticulture sectors. This initiative aims to boost Rwanda’s trade footprint in the UK and…
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced the postponement of the iconic Kwita Izina 2024 gorilla naming ceremony, which was scheduled for October 18, 2024 at the foothills of Volcanoes National Park in Kinigi,…
The Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) has announced the revised fuel pump prices, which will take effect from 7:00 PM on 08 October 2024, for a duration of two months. In the statement released, RURA stated…
Rwanda has once again demonstrated its commitment to business excellence, achieving impressive results in the newly launched World Bank Business Ready (B-READY) Report unveiled today, solidifying its position as a…
On 28th September 2024, the city of Auckland, New Zealand, hosted the prestigious South East Asian Festival, a celebration of dance and tourism. This festival brought together countries like Singapore, Malaysia,…
22 baby mountain gorillas born in the last 12 months will be named during the 20th Kwita Izina Gorilla Naming Ceremony scheduled to take place on October 18, Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced. The event will…
On Tuesday, September 20, Prime Minister Dr. Edouard Ngirente presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for Kigali Innovation City within the Kigali Special Economic Zone, a US$2 billion project that aims to transform…
Rwandan companies are participating in the 59th Maputo International Trade Fair (FACIM 2024), which started on 26 August and will end on 1 September in Mozambique. Rwandan companies are showcasing Made In Rwanda…
In a surprising turn of events, the second most powerful official in the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) New South Wales branch, Michael Greenfield, has resigned from his position as…
On August 4, 1790, a pivotal moment in American maritime history took place with the creation of what is now known as the U.S. Coast Guard. Established as the Revenue Marine Service, this critical institution was the…
Rwanda's tourism sector is booming, with revenue reaching $620 million in 2023 – a significant 36% increase from the previous year. At the heart of this growth is gorilla tourism. At the heart of this success is the…
On Tuesday, July 30, Minister of Trade and Industry, Prof. Jean Chrysostome Ngabitsinze, alongside Jeanne Francoise Mubiligi, chairperson of the Rwanda Private Sector Federation, officially opened the 27th Rwanda…