Rwanda sees economy growing 7.1% in 2025 and 7.5% in 2026
KIGALI, June 12 (Reuters) - Rwanda's economy is forecast to grow 7.1% in 2025, Finance Minister Yusuf Murangwa said on Thursday.
The minister added in a budget speech that growth was expected to rise to 7.5% in 2026.
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