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Introduction The rapid advancement of digital technologies has transformed how individuals communicate, access services, and participate in economic and social life. Personal data has become a central asset in this digital ecosystem, driving innovation in banking, healthcare, governance, and commerce. However, this transformation has also intensified concerns over privacy, surveillance, data misuse, and the erosion […]

Pensions, Maternity Leave and Insurance; Legal Changes Employers Must Understand in 2025 Rwanda’s labour and social protection framework has undergone significant evolution over the past decade. With the combined effect of the Law N°66/2018 regulating labour in Rwanda and various ministerial orders issued by MIFOTRA, employers now operate under a more structured, more protective, and

On 3rd June, 2025, The Rwandan cabinet enacted the law no016/2025 governing the central securities depository qualified financial contracts and netting agreements. The new legislation focuses on financial and capital markets, specifically the Rwandan legislator aims to close the loopholes by implementing statutory effect to close-out netting, a contractual process by which parties to a

 “In 2024, Rwanda secured USD 3.2 billion in investment commitments—representing a 32.4% increase from the previous year and surpassing the national target of USD 2.4 billion. This underscores the Rwanda’s positioning as one of the major emerging economy in the region, but also a signal of the growing investor confidence in the country’s strategic reforms

Introduction Health is a fundamental pillar of social and economic development for any country. In Rwanda, the desire to strengthen the healthcare system and guarantee citizens’ fundamental rights regarding health has led to a series of legislative reforms aimed at modernizing and adapting the legal framework to contemporary challenges. Among these initiatives, the enactment of

A Norwegian court has confirmed a €5,5 million fine against the dating app Grindr for the third time, rejecting the company’s appeal against the original 2021 decision by the national data protection authority. The Borgarting court of appeal upheld the fine imposed on Grindr for its unlawful practice of sharing user data for advertising purposes.