Rwanda’s fresh produce enterprises seek new markets at global forums in Europe
Three Rwandan small and medium-sized fresh produce companies recently showcased their products at the 2025 Fruit Logistica Expo in Berlin, Germany, making strides towards unlocking new opportunities in the export market. The exhibition, held from February 5–7, is one of the world’s largest trade fairs for the fresh produce industry. This year’s gathering brought together […]
Digital technologies could unlock Africa’s trade potential, says Prime Minister Ngirente
Investment in Africa’s digital and technological capabilities is necessary to unlock the continent’s trade potential and accelerate economic growth, Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente said as he opened the Africa Trade Development Forum in Kigali. Achieving this vision requires countries to adapt to the rapidly evolving trade landscape shaped by emerging technologies, Ngirente said, adding that […]
Rwanda’s horticultural enterprises take a leap towards standards compliance for global market access
Rwanda Inspectorate, Competition, and Consumer Protection Authority (RICA), in partnership with TradeMark Africa and the International Trade Centre (ITC), has concluded a four-day training for horticultural producers under the Value-added Initiative to Boost Employment (VIBE). This marks a significant step toward enhancing the capacity of Rwandan horticultural producers to access global markets. The training, held […]
Making history: First Rwandan women-led business exports full container of avocadoes
On October 4, 2024, Bahage Foods Ltd made history as the first Rwandan woman-led business—and the fourth ever in Rwanda—to export a full container of 22 tonnes of Hass avocadoes. This achievement highlights the immense growth potential of Rwanda’s agricultural exports, especially for horticultural businesses led by young women, who face compounded, gendered barriers in accessing productive resources, packaging, start-up capital, […]
PHOTOS: Rubavu Port opens for pilot phase
Rubavu port has been opened for the pilot phase of operations, beginning with the cargo terminal. The pilot phase, which began on June 1, 2024, has been “progressing well,” according to officials from Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA). The agency is currently in the process of finding a private operator to manage the port. Located […]
Digital trade to take centre stage as Rwanda hosts continental forum
The Government of Rwanda, in partnership with TradeMark Africa (TMA), will host the Trade Development Forum, bringing together senior government officials, development partners, academics, multilateral organisations, and private sector leaders from 14 TMA countries and beyond. Set to take place in Kigali from December 2 to 3, this two-day forum, themed “Digital Trade,” will explore […]
TradeMark Africa et le gouvernement rwandais s’apprêtent à accueillir un forum sur le développement du commerce à Kigali. Propulser les initiatives panafricaines de commerce numérique dans une nouvelle ère
Kigali, le 9 Août 2024: Le gouvernement du Rwanda et TradeMark Africa (TMA) accueilleront conjointement le Forum sur le développement du commerce, qui réunira des chefs d’État et des responsables gouvernementaux, des partenaires de développement, des universitaires, des organisations multilatérales et le secteur privé de 14 pays de mise en œuvre de TMA et autres. Sous le […]
TradeMark Africa and Rwanda Government Set to Host Landmark Trade Development Forum in Kigali Propelling Pan-African Digital Trade Initiatives into a New Era
Kigali, 9 August 2024: The Government of Rwanda and TradeMark Africa (TMA) will co-host the Trade Development Forum, bringing together Heads of State and Government Officials, Development Partners, Academicians, Multilateral Organisations and Private Sector from 14 TMA countries of implementation and beyond. Under the theme “Digital Trade”, this 2-day forum will take place in Kigali, Rwanda; from 2 […]
VIBE connects Rwandan women in horticulture to UK markets
Kigali, 12 June 2024 – Women entrepreneurs in Rwanda have secured new business opportunities with fresh produce companies from the United Kingdom (UK) through the Rwanda – UK Trade Mission, made possible through the “Value-added Initiative to Boost Employment” (VIBE) Programme. Eight UK companies focusing on key products including fresh and processed chillies, French beans, […]
Rwanda and DRC Strengthen Economic Ties Through Ambitious Infrastructure Projects
Last week, a high-level delegation led by Mr. Fidele Abimana, the Permanent Secretary in Rwanda’s Ministry of Infrastructure (MINIFRA), and Lynder Nkuranga, from the Rwanda Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration (DGIE), toured major infrastructure projects in the economic corridor connecting Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This visit underscores the ongoing commitment […]