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Rwanda remains politically stable with a growing economy but the spectre of rising debt levels and the unresolved conflict with the DRC is potentially presenting significant headwinds.
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Rwanda remains politically stable. Its economy is growing at above average rate but the threat of inflation has meant that the Central Bank raised its base rate in August. Peace talks with DRC may have grounded to a halt with the DRC saying they will only entertain home-grown peace deals
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The possibility of peace in Eastern DRC is now at an all-time high with both the US and Qatar brokering peace deals between the various parties. Should the deals come to fruition, not only Rwanda, but the entire Great Lakes region is likely to benefit. The economy continues to perform well.
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Rwanda remains politically stable but the M23 conflict is impacting its foreign relations. The economy is one of the fastest growing on the Continent.
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Politically Rwanda remains stable but the global perception of the country’s involvement in the DRC is raising red flags. The economy is growing steadily but is likely to face significant downside risks.
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The DRC conflict may have a negative impact on Rwanda with sanctions being imposed. Despite this, the economy grew by at least 8% in 2024. Politically, Rwanda remains stable.
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Rwanda remains politically stable with an economy that is growing at well above the average global and regional rate.
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Rwanda continues to be politically stable with an economy that is performing well. Debt levels are increasing but the country is still rated as stable.
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The Marburg virus has raised concern in Rwanda but with the same type of efficiency that was used during Covid-19, the Government appears to be in control of the situation and it is believed that the issue will be over in the extreme short-term. Rwanda is back to the top of the pack in the World Bank’s replacement for Doing Business with “Business-Ready”, a testament to the country’s bid to make it an attractive investment destination. The economy is performing well and is expected to continue doing so.
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