Rwanda Economic Transformation Quiz
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What was the actual agricultural growth rate compared to the targeted rate?

  • 7.5% compared to 13.5%
  • 6.5% compared to 14%
  • 15% compared to 28%
  • 4.1% compared to 8.5% (correct)

Which factor negatively impacted agricultural growth?

  • High credit accessibility
  • High value chain development
  • Crop diseases (correct)
  • Strong market connectivity

What percentage of growth did services average compared to its target?

  • 7.5% compared to 13.5% (correct)
  • 6.5% compared to 14%
  • 15% compared to 28%
  • 4.1% compared to 8.5%

What percentage of the population in Rwanda is aged 15-35?

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What is one of the constraints affecting private sector investment generation in Rwanda?

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Which external factor affected exports in Rwanda?

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How have completion and transition rates in education performed in Rwanda?

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Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as a contributor to Rwanda's progress?

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What is one of the priorities for the Economic Transformation Pillar in Rwanda's NST1?

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What percentage of Rwanda's workforce is still employed in agriculture?

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What target does NST1 set for urbanization by 2024?

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Which sector does Rwanda aim to modernize as part of its Economic Transformation?

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What type of economy does Rwanda aim to establish under NST1?

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What is the expected annual growth rate for exports in Rwanda according to NST1?

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Which aspect does the Social Transformation pillar of NST1 address beyond GDP per capita?

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What is one goal regarding the environment in Rwanda's NST1?

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What is the primary goal of community mobilization in disease prevention initiatives?

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What percentage increase in contraceptive prevalence is targeted by 2024?

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Which age group is primarily targeted for raising awareness about reproductive health and family planning?

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What is the proposed target for pre-primary net enrolment rate by 2024?

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What is a key strategy for improving early childhood education delivery?

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Which area is emphasized for enhancing the demographic dividend?

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What educational levels will benefit from strengthened foundational skills in Kinyarwanda, English, and Mathematics?

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What infrastructure improvements are suggested for schools?

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What capacity will be strengthened to enhance disaster management information for decision making?

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Which sector is NOT specifically mentioned as a focus area for intervention in disaster management?

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What is the projected average GDP growth needed for Rwanda to reach upper middle-income status by 2035?

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Which of the following is part of the NST1 strategy to achieve economic transformation in Rwanda?

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What is the projected GDP per capita for Rwanda by 2024?

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Which aspect is included in the disaster management plans within NST1?

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What goal does the NST1 macroeconomic scenario support for Rwanda's future?

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Which of the following is NOT a proposed action to sustain progress in disaster management?

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What is the primary purpose of the National Strategy for Transformation (NST1) 2017 - 2024?

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What capacity will Bugesera Airport phase 1 accommodate annually?

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Which of the following is NOT a component of the government's strategy to reduce the cost of doing business?

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What key feature differentiates the Kigali Special Economic Zone?

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What type of development is planned for Lake Kivu?

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What is one of the critical focuses of the electricity generation plans mentioned?

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Which two airports are mentioned for rehabilitation and expansion activities?

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Which sector is included as a focus to increase electricity demand?

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What is the main objective of promoting Pan-Africanism within the context of African unity?

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What target is set for reducing backlog cases in the Rwandan Supreme Court by 2024?

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What method is suggested to improve access to quality justice in Rwanda?

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Which of the following actions is part of the plan to streamline legal aid provision in Rwanda?

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What is a significant aspect of the initiative to reform laws in Rwanda?

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What aspect of Rwandan peacekeeping is highlighted in the context of global peace and security?

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What is the purpose of the mechanisms to raise awareness of Rwanda’s Home-Grown Solutions?

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What is the desired outcome for the modernization of the criminal, commercial, and civil justice systems in Rwanda?

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Flashcards

Agriculture growth rate

Agriculture grew by 4.1% compared to a target of 8.5% due to factors like crop diseases, climate change, small landholdings, and difficulties accessing credit.

Industry Growth

Industry's growth rate averaged 6.5% compared to a target of 14%, potentially hindered by various factors.

Service Sector Growth

Services grew by 7.5% compared to a 13.5% target, driven by factors like tourism.

Export Performance

Exports grew by approximately 15% between 2013 and 2016 compared to a target of 28%, however, faced challenges of weaker-than-projected performance in both traditional and non-traditional export sectors. This was further impacted by non-tariff barriers in neighboring countries.

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Education Performance

Rwanda's access to primary education is near universal, but the overall performance in education is mixed. Completion and transition rates at primary and secondary levels have not met the set targets.

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Transformational Factors

Rwanda's progress is attributed to visionary leadership, a results-oriented culture, security, stability, law and order, and the zero-tolerance policy for corruption.

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Demographic Opportunity

Rwanda's demographic structure (ages 15-35 and 0-14) comprising 38% and 40% of the population, respectively, compared to 22% above 35, holds potential for a demographic dividend.

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Economic Bloc Membership

Rwanda benefits from regional economic bloc memberships, which expand market access and opportunities for economic growth.

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NST1

Rwanda's 7-Year Government Programme: National Strategy for Transformation (2017-2024)

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Economic Transformation

A plan to boost private sector growth, productivity, and jobs.

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Jobs creation target

Aiming to create 1,500,000 decent and productive jobs

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Urbanization target

Growing urban population from 18.4% to 35% by 2024

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Knowledge-based economy

Establish Rwanda as a globally competitive knowledge-based economy

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Export growth target

Increasing annual exports by 17% through high-value goods and services

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Social Transformation

Strategic interventions for positive qualitative changes in people's lives, beyond GDP per capita

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Agricultural productivity

Improving the efficiency and yield of agriculture and livestock through climate-resilient techniques and value chain improvements

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RwandAir Expansion

RwandAir will increase its routes to connect Rwanda to Africa, Europe, America, and Asia.

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Bugesera Airport

A new airport in Rwanda with a capacity for 1.7 million passengers annually.

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Aviation Skills Center

Developing training and skills to enhance aviation sector competence.

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National Road Construction

Building and repairing 800 km of national asphalt roads.

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Railway Connection Planning

Planning for a railway connection in Rwanda.

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Kigali Logistics Platform

A platform to support and improve business processes related to logistics within Rwanda.

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Industrial Parks

Development of industrial zones in provinces to attract businesses.

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Electricity Generation

Improving energy supply with more reliable and cost-effective methods.

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Community Disease Prevention

Strategies to prevent diseases through hygiene, exercise, health checkups, and disease screening in communities and facilities.

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Universal Access to Treatment

Ensuring all people have access to treatment for TB, Malaria, HIV, and Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).

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Drug Abuse Prevention

Stopping drug abuse and trafficking, especially among youth, using awareness campaigns.

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Reproductive Health Goals

Increasing contraceptive prevalence to 60% by 2024 through increased access to information and services.

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Pre-primary Education Goal

Increasing pre-primary school enrollment from 17.5% to 45% by 2024 through partnerships and standardized schools.

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School Infrastructure Upgrade

Improving school facilities (buildings, labs, resources) for better learning.

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Foundational Skills in Primary

Strengthening primary education to improve Kinyarwanda, English, and Math skills for upper levels.

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Early Childhood Education

Providing standardized pre-primary education in all villages through partnerships.

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Pan-Africanism

The promotion of unity and cooperation among African nations.

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Rwanda's Peacekeepers

Rwandan military personnel involved in peacekeeping, aiming for high standards and humanitarian aid.

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Home-Grown Solutions

Locally developed and implemented strategies to address Rwanda's challenges and support its development.

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Backlog Cases (Judiciary)

Unresolved court cases, particularly in the Rwanda Supreme Court.

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Modernizing Justice System

Improving the effectiveness of Rwanda's criminal, commercial, and civil justice systems.

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Legal Aid Provision

Ensuring quality and affordable legal assistance is available to all Rwandans.

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Law Modernization (Rwanda)

Adapting and updating Rwanda's laws to align with its culture and international standards.

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AU Sustainability

Maintaining a strong and effective African Union (AU).

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NST1

Rwanda's 7-Year Government Programme (2017-2024) focusing on economic transformation.

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GDP Growth Target

Aiming for an average GDP growth of 9.1% to reach upper middle-income status during NST1.

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Macroeconomic Outlook

A summary of the Rwandan economy's projected performance over the NST1 period highlighting GDP per capita goals.

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Disaster Management Focus

Key areas for improvement in disaster management include weather forecasting, stakeholder coordination, and plan implementation.

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Vision 2050

Rwanda's long-term vision to become a high-income country by 2050.

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Upper Middle-Income

A stage in economic development with a per capita GDP nearing USD 4,035.

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Economic Transformation

The plan to accelerate Rwanda's economic growth through private and public investments, improving education, and boosting tradeable production.

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Stakeholder Coordination

Working together among key parties to improve information sharing and timely disaster responses.

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Study Notes

7 Years Government Programme: National Strategy for Transformation (NST1)

  • National Strategy for Transformation (NST1) is a 7-year government program covering 2017-2024
  • The program aims at accelerating economic growth and development in Rwanda, while also focusing on socio-economic transformation.
  • Aims to further development goals established in Vision 2020 and Vision 2050
  • Economic transformation, social transformation, and transformational governance pillars are key components.
  • The program also includes crosscutting areas like capacity development, HIV/AIDS and non-communicable diseases, disability and social inclusion, gender and family promotion, regional integration and international positioning, environment and climate change, and disaster management.

Executive Summary

  • Rwanda has experienced significant socioeconomic progress since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.
  • Economic growth rates have been among the fastest globally, coupled with successful poverty reduction.
  • Improved life expectancy, reduction in extreme poverty (from 49 in 2000 to 66.6 in 2017), and reduction in child mortality
  • Increased access to basic education
  • Gender parity achieved in primary school
  • Vision 2020 is ending so NST1 is prepared to lay the foundation for the next stage of development based on Vision 2050

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Test your knowledge on the key aspects of Rwanda's Economic Transformation Strategy (NST1) and its impact on various sectors. This quiz covers agricultural growth, service sector performance, demographics, and investment challenges in Rwanda. Dive into the details of Rwanda's ambitious targets and sectoral developments.

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