A research institute in Germany has found that e-commerce in Rwanda is expected to grow by nearly 26% between 2025 and 2029, and will be worth approximately 937 million US dollars by the end of that period.
This type of commerce is seen by the population as making it easier to access the goods they need without requiring travel.
Users of online platforms connecting buyers and sellers confirm that technology in this field has sped up service delivery.
Owners of websites connecting businesses with consumers also report that their platforms are expanding.
Ahmed, who runs a platform that has been operating for 5 years and reaches some countries across the continent, started the platform in Rwanda.
The German research institute STATISTA shows that in 2025, e-commerce in Rwanda will be worth 373.70 million US dollars, with an expected growth of 25.83% between 2025 and 2029.
In the next five years, approximately one million people are expected to participate in the online market.
The report also indicates that by 2029, the value of the online market will reach 936.80 million US dollars.
Business expert Devendra Pratap Singh points out that there has been significant progress in the adoption of e-commerce platforms by buyers and sellers in Rwanda over the past four years.
Regarding e-commerce, Rwanda has started to reap the benefits, although it will take time, as it is a continuous development process. E-commerce is expected to become an integral part of daily life.
There is no turning back; the growth trend must continue, and it is important for businesses to learn how to better utilize these platforms to avoid obstacles that could hinder their progress in this trade.
In the third quarter of 2024, the information and communication technology sector grew by 19% of the country’s GDP.
