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Rwanda’s economy surges nearly 12% as construction and services power growth

A lorry park in Rwanda. Photo by Andreas @ Pixabay
A lorry park in Rwanda. Photo by Andreas @ Pixabay

Alex Ngarambe

Alex Ngarambe is a journalist covering Rwanda’s business, markets, and economic developments.
  • GDP growth accelerates to 11.8% in Q3 2025
  • Construction, manufacturing and services lead expansion

 

KIGALI, RWANDA – Rwanda’s economy expanded by 11.8% in the third quarter of 2025, driven by construction, manufacturing and services, underscoring one of Africa’s fastest growth trajectories.

The previous quarter recorded 7.8% and 6.5% in the first quarter, official data showed.

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