Rwanda–Pakistan Trade Push: Rwanda is set to host a Rwanda-Pakistan Business and Investment Forum (Sept 23–25) with a Pakistani delegation to explore trade, investment and joint ventures, including a planned bilateral trade agreement. Youth & Livelihoods: In Kigali, youth Umuganda backed by the Sober Generation Initiative urged young people to avoid drugs and also pursue work, including small business activities. Banking Innovation: Equity Bank Rwanda says firms can use assets held in one country as collateral to borrow in another, enabling cross-border financing across East and Central Africa. Insolvency Watch: Kigali Heights Development Company has been placed into insolvency liquidation, with the complex cited as its only major property. Agribusiness Skills: Chinese training in Kigali is helping Rwandan agricultural professionals improve food preservation and processing, linking skills to local supply challenges. Conservation with Jobs: Gicumbi opened a Rwf269m community centre near Rugezi Marsh to support women’s cooperatives with workspace, showrooms and a coffee shop. Regional Trade Costs: East Africa shippers warn logistics costs and border delays are eroding competitiveness, calling for better corridor performance. Policy Direction: Cabinet approved Rwanda’s new development cooperation policy through 2050, prioritising green, digital, industrial, environmental and logistics initiatives.