How Rwanda's Energy Sector is Faring. In September, Cabinet, chaired by President Paul Kagame, approved a review of national electricity tariffs aimed at expanding access, advancing universal power coverage, and strengthening the electricity sector. Following that decision, the Rwanda Utilities. Rwanda has spent Rwf47. 7 billion on fuel subsidies between March and June 2026 to cushion consumers and businesses from rising petroleum prices, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva has said. The new average tariff is 214 FRw/kWh. Analysis of Key Changes: Largest Increases: Commercial users and higher-consuming domestic households face the most significant hikes, between 43% and 56%. Strategic Reprieve: Large industries. KIGALI, September 30, 2025 – Rwanda's ambition to electrify 20% of its bus fleet by 2030 will require substantial investment in energy infrastructure, clear policy frameworks, and innovative financing, according to a new World Bank report. The report, Exploring Enabling Energy Frameworks for. Rwanda plans $16 billion in solar investments to achieve universal electricity access by 2030, despite financing and policy barriers.
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