Jean-Guy K. Afrika

Chief Executive Officer | Rwanda Development Board | @RDBrwanda

[Jean-Guy K. Afrika @afrika_jean]

➡️In a few days, Kigali will once again welcome the Africa CEO Forum, one of the continent’s most important platforms for public-private dialogue, investment, and deal-making. This year’s theme, “The Scale Imperative: Why Africa Must Embrace Shared Ownership,” speaks directly to the moment Africa is in. Fragmented success is no longer enough.

To compete globally, we must build larger markets, stronger value chains, deeper pools of capital, and companies with the ambition and capacity to operate across borders. For Rwanda, hosting the Forum reflects our ambition to serve as a gateway for investment, logistics, services, and innovation, the destination connecting global capital with African opportunity, and helping turn dialogue into action.

We look forward to welcoming business leaders, investors, policymakers, and partners from across Africa and the world to Kigali on 14–15 May.

[Rwanda Development Board @RDBrwanda]

“We see China as a very strong partner for Rwanda. Of course, it goes without saying that we import a lot of products from China, but it is also very special that we have been growing our exports to China. Last year alone we exported about USD 160 million worth of products which was an 89% increase from the previous year which is showing that our bilateral trade is increasing over time.”

RDB Deputy CEO @JulianaMuganza speaking to @cgtnafrica at the ongoing @ciieonline expo in Shanghai.

#CIIE2026 #InvestInRwanda

[Reuters Africa @ReutersAfrica]

Asia's Raffles Family Office has agreed with the Rwanda Development Board to promote developments in the African country to its client network, including infrastructure and tourism projects surrounding Rwanda's plans to host Formula One racing. https://t.co/ugi3CrNu5J

[Rwanda Development Board @RDBrwanda]

RDB and Raffles Family Office @RafflesGroupCo have signed a strategic partnership agreement to mobilise international private investment in Rwanda, leveraging the firm's network of investors across Asia and Africa.

The partnership will facilitate investment opportunities in aviation, hospitality, tourism, entertainment, real estate, infrastructure and supporting services, including developments linked to the upcoming Formula 1 African Grand Prix.

Learn more: https://t.co/7fuIruxYtL

#InvestInRwanda

[Formula 1 @F1]

FIRST LOOK! The plans for the purpose-built circuit in Bugesera, Rwanda 🇷🇼

Located 40 kilometres south of Kigali, the circuit will be designed to work in harmony with the natural landscape and use the area’s elevation changes to create a unique and challenging racing experience

#F1

[Ministry of Youth and Arts | Rwanda @RwandaYouthArts]

Today, MoYA, with @RwandaICT and @RDBrwanda, brought together creative-tech and monetization platforms, as well as creative entrepreneurs.

The session is part of a broader effort to raise awareness on how creative works generate revenue, and how creators can better protect, track and monetize their work.

[Rwanda Development Board @RDBrwanda]

RDB’s Five-Year Strategic Plan 2025–2030 is built around three strategic pillars that support Rwanda’s Second National Strategy for Transformation (NST2) targets.

The pillars focus on driving investment and private sector growth while positioning Rwanda as a competitive destination for business.

Learn more at https://t.co/oAwrTqu8Pv

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

Today at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame received Ahmed Sadek Elsewedy, Chairman of Elsewedy Electric, and his wife Anita Dravec; Miguel Ángel Gil Marín, CEO and majority shareholder of Atlético Madrid @Atleti ; Francesco Calvo, President of Business Operations at @AstonVilla ; and Olivier Granet, Managing Partner and co-CEO of Kasada Capital, and his wife Quitterie Granet, who were among the namers at yesterday’s 21st #KwitaIzina gorilla naming ceremony.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This morning at the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) offices, President Kagame joined a meeting of the RDB Board of Directors. The meeting reviewed RDB’s priorities and ongoing efforts to accelerate private sector-led growth, attract and facilitate investment, promote exports and tourism, and strengthen Rwanda’s competitiveness.

The President emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong focus on delivery, accountability and continuously improving the environment for businesses and investors to thrive.

[Kwita Izina @Kwitaizina]

A special visit to @RDBrwanda today! 🦍

@GanzaTheMascot stopped by our offices, sharing gifts with clients, staff and delegates at the One Stop Centre, and bringing some #KwitaIzina spirit ahead of the big day. 🌿

#VisitRwanda

[First Lady of Rwanda @FirstLadyRwanda]

“The world will not change until we change it.” — Late Dr. Paul Farmer

Earlier today, First Lady Mrs Jeannette Kagame, together with Mr Bill Gates, Founder and Chair of the Gates Foundation, joined Paul E. Farmer #ButaroDialogues on Health Equity and Innovation, hosted by @ughe_org and the @coms_africa, in partnership with the Gates Foundation.

The Butaro Dialogues is a biennial platform that brings together global health leaders, innovators, investors, policymakers, African academic institutions, and the next generation of health professionals in Rwanda to turn research and new ideas into better, more equitable healthcare.

This inaugural edition focused on one of today’s most urgent priorities: closing the gap between proven innovations and their implementation in maternal and newborn health.

[Aston Villa @AstonVilla]

The first outing of the new home shirt 🤤

[Visit Rwanda @visitrwanda_now]

The Land of a Thousand Hills meets the City of a Thousand Trades.

A new journey begins with @AVFCOfficial.

We can't wait to welcome Aston Villa fans to Rwanda.

#VisitRwanda

[Jean-Guy K. Afrika @afrika_jean]

➡️A new chapter begins. Visit Rwanda is proud to partner with Aston Villa FC as the Club’s Front-of-Shirt Partner, Exclusive Official Tourism Partner, and Official Coffee Partner.

This partnership gives us a powerful way to bring Rwanda closer to millions of people around the world, inviting them to visit, invest, do business and discover the energy and opportunity shaping our country.

As one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies (9.4% growth in 2025) and one of the continent’s easiest places to do business, Rwanda is creating new opportunities across tourism, investment, innovation and trade. Together with one of the Premier League’s most ambitious and historic clubs, we look forward to sharing that story with an even wider global audience.

#VisitRwanda #AstonVilla

[Rwanda Development Board @RDBrwanda]

Introducing Tourism Pulse.

RDB’s new monthly update on tourism inspections and service standards across Rwanda, highlighting inspection outcomes, recognising high-performing establishments, and sharing practical tips to help elevate service quality across the tourism sector.

Read the May–June 2026 edition and discover how we’re working together to deliver quality experiences for every visitor.

#VisitRwanda

[Visit Rwanda @visitrwanda_now]

#VisitRwanda 🤝 @Atleti

[Rwanda Development Board @RDBrwanda]

RDB is pleased to welcome NBA Draft pick @NateAment as @visitrwanda_now's first Global Basketball Ambassador.

Building on Rwanda's long-term investment in sport, this partnership will showcase Rwanda to new audiences while creating opportunities to inspire and engage the next generation through basketball.

Learn more: https://t.co/WccPoVCEU7

#VisitRwanda

[Jean-Guy K. Afrika @afrika_jean]

➡️Today marks an exciting new chapter for @visitrwanda_now and the future of basketball in our country.

We are proud to welcome Nate Ament as Visit Rwanda's first-ever Global Basketball Ambassador!

As one of basketball's brightest young stars with deep Rwandan roots, Nate embodies talent, ambition, and the growing connection between Rwanda and the global game. Together, we will inspire the next generation, showcase Rwanda to millions of fans around the world, and continue building basketball as a force for opportunity.

#VisitRwanda #NBA #Basketball #Rwanda

[Visit Rwanda @visitrwanda_now]

Every journey starts with a dream.

From his Rwandan roots to basketball's biggest stage, @NateAment's journey is just beginning.

As #VisitRwanda's first Global Basketball Ambassador, we're proud to share the story of a modern Rwanda with the world.

Welcome, Nate.

[Rwanda Development Board @RDBrwanda]

Public Notice: Temporary Extension of Operating Hours During the FIFA World Cup.

Itangazo: Amabwiriza agenga ibihe by’ubucuruzi bujyanye n’ubukerarugendo no kwakira abantu mu gihe cy’imikino y’Igikombe cy’Isi.