UNDP in Rwanda

15/04/2026

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13/03/2026

In a year of global financing pressure, could development gains hold?

In Rwanda, progress continued, 36,628 jobs created, court backlogs reduced from 62% in 2023 to 49% by 2025, and $20M mobilized for climate action.

And that’s only part of the story.

The 2025 hashtag shows what delivery looked like under constraint, across governance, gender equality, innovation, and more.

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08/03/2026

Progress for women is progress for everyone.

This International Women’s Day, colleagues at United Nations Development Programme Rwanda share a united message: gender equality must move from commitment to action.

By strengthening institutions, promoting fair workplaces, and supporting women’s leadership, we continue working toward a future where every woman and girl can thrive.

Women’s rights cannot wait. Let’s accelerate action — together.

27/02/2026

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From AI-driven inclusion to open finance and digital currency infrastructure, the connects investors, founders, and policymakers to shape the next generation of financial systems.

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25/02/2026

Green jobs represent people, skills, and opportunities built on the ground.

Through , land restoration, agroforestry, clean energy, and livelihood activities are creating meaningful work while strengthening communities and protecting natural resources.

Behind this progress are farmers, community members, and local leaders working together to build resilience and support their families.

This experience shows how strong partnerships and community leadership can turn climate action into real economic opportunity, and why investing in locally led solutions matters.

23/02/2026

When land restoration efforts delivers measurable results, it builds confidence for continued investment.

initiative shows how strong partnerships, government leadership, and community engagement can create the conditions to scale climate solutions that benefit both people and ecosystems.

Sustained support reflects more than financial commitment, it signals trust in locally led approaches, evidence of impact on the ground, and a shared ambition to protect natural resources while strengthening livelihoods and resilience.

This is a reminder that lasting change happens when institutions, communities, and partners align around a common vision.

20/02/2026

Women make up over 60% of beneficiaries, and their experiences show how land restoration is changing lives.

Yvonne shares how, before the project, finding cooking fuel was difficult and erosion often washed crops away. Today, trees planted through the initiative help improve soil, retain rainwater, and make farming more stable, bringing real benefits to her family and community.

Her story is a reminder that when women are supported, both people and the environment thrive.

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19/02/2026

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We’ve published new procurement opportunities and invite qualified service providers to apply in areas such as:

• Private Sector Master Plan development
• Youth foresight research exercise
• Anaerobic digestion scale-up concept note

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18/02/2026

Why does carbon matter?

Carbon emissions are heat-trapping gases that contribute to climate change, affecting weather patterns, ecosystems, and livelihoods. Through land restoration, clean cooking, and sustainable energy solutions, has helped avoid 625,989 tonnes of CO₂ emissions, reducing climate risks and supporting healthier environments for communities across the Mayaga region.

This is what climate action looks like in practice: protecting both people and nature.

16/02/2026

Education is a powerful driver of environmental stewardship.

Through ’s support to schools, students at APPEC College are translating learning into action, planting trees, caring for their environment, and strengthening a culture of responsibility among young people.

As Ignace Ndayisaba shares, this experience shows how investing in education can nurture the next generation of environmental leaders and reinforce long-term sustainability at the community level.

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11/02/2026

The land changed, and so did her future.

Bernadette, a farmer from Ruhango district reflects on how helped turn degraded land into a source of stability, income, and resilience for her family.

Land restoration is not just about planting trees. It’s also about restoring stability for families, improving food security, and building a more sustainable future.


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