RWANDA LAUNCHES NATIONAL CIRCULAR ECONOMY ACTION PLAN AND ROADMAP

Rwanda has launched its first ever National Circular Economy Action Plan and Roadmap on the sidelines of the World Circular Economy Forum, which is taking place this week in Kigali. Through value retention, reduction of waste and the creation of new economic opportunities, the Circular Economy Action Plan and Roadmap will contribute to Rwanda’s vision … Continued

STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT PAUL KAGAME AT THE 27TH UN CONFERENCE OF PARTIES, SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT

First, I express my appreciation to President Sisi, and the Government and people of the Arab Republic of Egypt, for hosting us in beautiful Sharm El Sheikh. The findings of the Sixth Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change show that a more sustainable future remains within our reach. Yet, despite growing evidence that the damage of global warming will soon become irreversible, there … Continued

RWANDA, A PLACE TO CALL HOME

Lush mountain rainforests, wide open savannahs, rolling green hills, a vibrant cultural scene and fast-growing economy make Rwanda a great place to call home. And that’s exactly what this East African nation has become for Australian Sarah Hall.  Known as the Land of a Thousand Hills, Rwanda is famous for its incredible biodiversity, rainforests, wetlands, … Continued

GISHANDA FISH FARM, A HUB OF ENTERPRISE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OPENS AT AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK, RWANDA

Gishanda Fish Farm is a new sustainable socio-economic development project partnership between Akagera National Park managed by African Parks and FoodTechAfrica, a consortium of Dutch private companies, with the support of the Rwandan and the Netherlands Government. Located 10km from the Akagera National Park’s main gate, the Gishanda Fish Farm was officially launched on Tuesday, … Continued

VISIT RWANDA LAUNCHES INSTAGRAM CITIZEN SCIENCE PROGRAM FOR MOUNTAIN GORILLA CONSERVATION

In a World’s First, Visitors to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park can Contribute to Conservation Efforts The Rwanda Development Board (RDB), through Visit Rwanda has launched a new innovative use of technology to protect and conserve mountain gorillas and promote sustainable and responsible wildlife tourism in the country.  Dubbed Gorilla Gram, visitors to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National … Continued

COUNTRIES AIM TO END PLASTIC POLLUTION BY 2040

The Governments of Rwanda and Norway launch The High Ambition Coalition to End Plastic Pollution together with Canada, Peru, Germany, Senegal, Georgia, Republic of Korea, UK, Switzerland, Portugal, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Costa Rica, Iceland, Ecuador and France. The High Ambition Coalition was first initiated following the historic UN Environment Assembly resolution 5/14 passed in … Continued

ARISE IIP SIGNS A FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT WITH THE GOVERNMENT OF RWANDA FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE IN BUGESERA

ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP), a developer and   operator of world-class industrial ecosystems across Africa, in partnership with the Government of Rwanda, is proud to announce the signing of a framework agreement for the development of an industrial zone in Bugesera District. This agreement, in line with ARISE IIP’s ambition to unlock Africa’s industrial potential, will support … Continued

THE WORLD REUNITES IN RWANDA AS TWENTY BABY MOUNTAIN GORILLAS ARE NAMED IN A CELEBRATION OF CONSERVATION

After a two-year absence, Rwanda welcomed the world to join communities living around its beautiful Volcanoes National Park for the 18th annual Kwita Izina Gorilla Naming ceremony. The globally recognised conservation event was attended by a host of distinguished guests including His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales who joined virtually, global leaders, philanthropists, conservation … Continued