Nearly 300 million adults across Africa remain unbanked, most living in rural and low-income communities. Despite rapid growth in digital financial services, access to formal finance remains uneven. At the same time, opportunity is expanding quickly. According to McKinsey, Africa’s fintech revenues are projected to rise almost fivefold, from approximately US$10 billion in 2023 to…
The global alcohol industry remains one of the most profitable consumer sectors. It supports millions of jobs across agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, trade, hospitality and retail. In Rwanda, this industry is also changing. Beyond mainstream beverages, premium and ultra-luxury drinks are gaining visibility in high-end restaurants and hotels. This shift reflects evolving consumer preferences and growing…
Rwanda recorded a sharp decline in digital payment fraud cases in 2025, according to new data from the National Bank of Rwanda. Officials announced the figures during a joint press conference of the Monetary Policy Committee and the Financial Stability Committee on February 2. The central bank reported that fraud cases linked to digital payments…
