# Rwanda-Kenya trade and energy ties deepen

> Rwanda and Kenya sign 11 new agreements to boost trade, energy and transport links.
- Title: Rwanda-Kenya trade and energy ties deepen · Allafrica
- Summary: Rwanda and Kenya sign 11 new agreements to boost trade, energy and transport links. Rwanda and Kenya signed 11 MOUs to strengthen economic ties through…
- Keywords: rwanda, kenya, trade, energy, transport, logistics, investment, mombasa, northern corridor, east african community, news, world
- Source: Allafrica — https://allafrica.com/stories/202610080305.html
- Published: 2026-10-08T11:42:56+00:00
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- Topics: rwanda, kenya, trade, energy, transport, logistics, investment, mombasa, northern corridor, east african community, news, world
## New agreements signed
Rwanda and Kenya signed 11 new MOUs during the 10th Session of the Kenya-Rwanda Joint Permanent Commission for Cooperation.
## Trade remains key driver
Rwanda imported $398 million from Kenya in 2025 while exporting $5.3 million to Kenya.
## Transport and logistics link
Rwanda relies on Kenya's Northern Corridor for access to Mombasa Port.
## Energy security boost
Rwanda received first bulk shipment of refined petroleum products through Mombasa Port in September.
## Investment flows grow
Kenyan financial institutions operate in Rwanda including KCB, Equity Bank, NCBA and I&M Bank.
## Tourism and people movement
Rwanda and Kenya have 10,000 Kenyans living in Rwanda with 4,000 registered with Kenyan High Commission.
## Energy cooperation expands
Rwanda and Kenya agreed to strengthen private-sector engagement in geothermal energy and housing.
## Historical ties
The two countries signed their first General Agreement of Cooperation in 1979.
## Next steps for cooperation
The countries aim to increase two-way investment in infrastructure, manufacturing, tourism and energy.
## Key takeaway

Rwanda and Kenya signed 11 MOUs to strengthen economic ties through trade, energy, transport and people movement.