Rwanda Secures $250m IMF Funding to Deal With External Shocks

Author: Alice UmutesiPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Rwanda

Business & EconomyWorld / International

Rwanda Secures $250m IMF Funding to Deal With External Shocks

The IMF approved a $250 million financing package for Rwanda under a new 38-month program. Rwanda's economy grew 9.4% in 2025, but inflation rose to 13.2% in April 2026. Exports of coffee and minerals strengthened, but imports remain high. Growth is expected to moderate below 6.8% in 2026 due to external shocks.

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