Rwanda Development Board (RDB)

This morning, RDB Deputy CEO Juliana Muganza met with the management of Greenride Africa, led by Co-Founder and CEO Bouba Casse.

Discussions focused on the company's expansion plans, alignment with national e-mobility priorities, coordination with key stakeholders, investment in charging infrastructure, skills transfer, and creating a sustainable ecosystem to support the growth of electric mobility in Rwanda.

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This week, frontline veterinarians and park rangers from Volcanoes National Park completed training on Ebola preparedness and response mechanisms, with a focus on protecting Rwanda’s mountain gorillas.

The training is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen wildlife health surveillance and disease prevention across Rwanda’s protected areas.

RDB CEO Jean-Guy Afrika, together with Minister of State for sports Rwego Ngarambe, RCBrwanda - Rwanda Convention Bureau Deputy CEO Maëva Haguma, High Commissioner to the UK Johnston Busingye, and Ambassador of Rwanda to France, François Nkulikiyimfura, have arrived in Budapest, Hungary to support partner clubs Arsenal Football Club and Paris Saint-Germain ahead of tomorrow’s UEFA Champions League final.

Today, RDB Deputy CEO Juliana Muganza attended the VisionTech PLG Rwanda Launch Summit, where she participated in a leadership dialogue alongside Minister of State for ICT and Innovation Yves Iradukunda and Aliasgar Dohadwala, CEO of VisionTech PLG.

The discussions focused on Rwanda’s digital transformation agenda and opportunities for collaboration across the ecosystem, including digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and AI powered services.

RDB CEO Jean-Guy Afrika also met with Kieran Day, CEO of Cheli & Peacock Safaris, for discussions on The Elewana Collection's growing presence in Rwanda’s tourism sector, including ongoing and planned investments across hospitality and luxury tourism experiences.

Yesterday, RDB CEO Jean-Guy Afrika met with a delegation from The Boeing Company led by Amine Benkirane, Marketing Director for Commercial Airplanes in Africa and the Middle East, for discussions on aviation, logistics, and opportunities to support Rwanda’s regional connectivity and growth ambitions.

The engagement also explored developments in aircraft financing, cargo operations, export market connectivity, and opportunities to further position Rwanda as a regional aviation and tourism hub.

At the BAL Innovation Summit in Kigali, the Basketball Africa League President Amadou Gallo Fall reflected on the BAL’s investment in grassroots basketball development, operational excellence and governance as key drivers of long term growth across Africa’s basketball ecosystem.

“From the beginning, we doubled down on grassroots development, making the game more accessible through strong partnerships with governments, sports ministries and education ministries, and by investing in the growth of women’s basketball across the continent.” — Amadou Gallo Fall.

He also highlighted the importance of operational excellence and strong governance structures in building a sustainable league and basketball ecosystem across the continent.

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A conversation on sports branding, partnerships and the continued growth of African sports ecosystems took place at the the BAL Innovation Summit in Kigali, with Rwanda Basketball Federation (FERWABA) Vice President Mugwaneza Pascale joined by Allison Feaster, Vice President of Team Operations and Organisation Growth at the WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association), and Jessica Motaung, Marketing and Commercial Director at Kaizer Chiefs.

“National federations and clubs are increasingly recognising the importance of understanding their brand and their assets to attract stronger sponsorship and build sustainable partnerships. We are already seeing clear progress across African basketball, and the growth of the BAL has been a strong example — from club development to leadership, administration and governance within the ecosystem. This momentum shows a promising future for the sport across the continent.” — Pascale Mugwaneza.

“Vision is everything. The vision is clear to build a successful product, but also one that is representative of Africa. Keeping the uniquely African aspect of the game is important, and having the right team is what makes ex*****on possible.” — Allison Feaster.

“The energy, the vibe, the content, the influencers, the halftime performances — it all shows how powerful the experience has become. You can clearly see the sponsorship opportunities and the growing ecosystem around the game.” — Jessica Motaung.

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Today’s BAL (Basketball Africa League) Innovation Summit in Kigali brought together leaders across basketball, business and innovation to explore conversations around sports franchising, technology, creativity and Africa’s growing sports ecosystem.

“Basketball is more than a sport. It is a connection. It connects music, fashion, storytelling, technology, and many parts of the wider economy. Through the BAL, we are proud to help power Africa’s creative economy and amplify its voice on the global stage.” — NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi.

“The next generation of sports is not defined by arenas alone, but by connected ecosystems where every experience from entry to engagement is intelligent and seamless. Technology is now central to how fans experience the game.” — Nikki Van Gasse, Head of Strategy & Operations at ServiceNow.

The summit was held on the sidelines of the ongoing Playoffs and Finals at the BK Arena.

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