AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRwanda Economy & Cost of Living: Rwanda’s inflation hit 13.6% in June, up from 12.9% in May, driven mainly by steep health costs (71.2%), plus transport and housing pressures. Digital Payments in the Region: The EAC is pushing a Rwanda–Tanzania instant payments link, with a Zanzibar proof-of-concept to connect Rwanda’s RSwitch and Tanzania’s system for real-time cross-border transfers. Education Connectivity: Airtel Africa says it will connect 5,000 schools to free internet by 2027 with UNICEF support, building on thousands of schools already connected. Safety & Accidents: Ten people died after a quarry collapse in Bugesera district; authorities have banned work at the site while investigations continue. Sports (Rwanda in focus): Kaizer Chiefs loaned Rwandan goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari for the 2026/27 season, while CECAFA Kagame Cup groups were set, with Rwanda’s Rayon Sports included. Commemoration: Rwanda-backed UN recognition marks July 11 as the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide.
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