Forex Rates
We compile indicative foreign exchange rates daily for use by the general public. These rates reflect the average buying and selling rates of the major participants in the foreign exchange market at the open of trade every day, thus providing a good indicator for any interested party on the value of the RWF on any particular day.
Daily Rates
Date:24 Apr 2026
| Flag | Currency | Buy | Sell |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 1,460.0 | 1,470.0 | |
| EUR | 1,710.0000 | 1,730.000000 | |
| GBP | 1,969.7800 | 1,989.780000 | |
| CHF | 1,860.8200 | 1,880.820000 | |
| JPY | 9.1162 | 9.207265 | |
| ZAR | 87.5077 | 96.108371 | |
| UGX | 0.3911 | 0.412316 | |
| TZS | 0.5608 | 0.653189 | |
| INR | 15.4537 | 18.059752 | |
| KES | 11.2619 | 12.839251 |
Historical Rates
Date:24 Apr 2026
| Flag | Currency | Buy | Sell |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 1,460.0 | 1,470.0 | |
| EUR | 1,710.0000 | 1,730.000000 | |
| GBP | 1,969.7800 | 1,989.780000 | |
| CHF | 1,860.8200 | 1,880.820000 | |
| JPY | 9.1162 | 9.207265 | |
| ZAR | 87.5077 | 96.108371 | |
| UGX | 0.3911 | 0.412316 | |
| TZS | 0.5608 | 0.653189 | |
| INR | 15.4537 | 18.059752 | |
| KES | 11.2619 | 12.839251 |
Market News
Inside Today:
- On Thursday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar, signaling short term stability in the market.
- The US Dollar remained firmly supported during yesterday’s session by a potent mix of resilient domestic data and safe-haven demand amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.
- The Euro inched lower on Thursday as Eurozone business activity unexpectedly tipped into contraction as Middle East tensions fueled energy costs.
- The Pound edged lower against the US dollar on Thursday as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drove investors toward safe haven assets.
Inside Today:
- On Wednesday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar, signaling short term stability in the market.
- According to the FY2025/26 issuance calendar, BNR is conducting a Treasury Bill auction today, Thursday 23 April 2026, with settlement scheduled for Friday 24 April.
- The U.S. Dollar Index gained yesterday on safe-haven demand amid Middle East uncertainty and Strait of Hormuz blockade.
- The EUR/USD drifted lower on Wednesday as the pair remained pressured by a cautious global backdrop and a deteriorating risk mood across Europe.
Inside Today:
- On Tuesday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar.
- The 7-year Treasury Bond is closing today on 22nd, settlement is scheduled on April 24. It carries a coupon rate of 11.50%, with current yields around 11.30%.
- The Greenback found renewed strength against its major peers following a robust US Retail Sales report on Tuesday.
- The EUR/USD pair remained subdued, nursing slight losses as safe haven demand bolstered the Dollar amid ongoing Middle East tensions.
Inside Today:
- On Monday, the Rwandan franc depreciated by 0.5 points against the US dollar, signaling short-term weakness in the currency.
- BNR reopened the 7-year Treasury Bond first issued in July 2025. The bond is open for booking until tomorrow on 22nd, the settlement is scheduled on April 24. It carries a coupon rate of 11.50%, with current yields around 11.30%.
- The US Dollar Index ended nearly flat on Monday as investors balanced fragile diplomatic hopes against fresh geopolitical friction.
- The EUR/USD pair gained 0.20% on Monday, recovering from early session lows. The Euro’s resilience was primarily driven by a pullback in the US Dollar as markets held onto fragile hopes for a ceasefire extension.
Inside Today:
- On Friday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar, indicating short term stability despite unfavorable market conditions.
- The newly reopened BNR\\”s 7-year treasury bond is now open for booking as of April 20, with settlement scheduled for April 24. It carries a coupon rate of 11.50%, with current yields of around 11.30%.
- The U.S. Dollar slipped a little on Friday as near-term inflationary concerns eased up after Iran announced immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, dispelling crude oil supply disruption concerns.
- The Euro strengthened on Friday reaching its highest level since before the conflict with Iran began, supported by broad dollar weakness as investors welcomed news of the temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Inside Today:
- On Thursday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar, indicating short term stability and supporting planning confidence.
- BNR reopened the 7 year Treasury Bond first issued in July 2025, with book opening on April 20, closing on April 22, and settlement scheduled for April 24.
- The U.S. dollar firmed slightly on Thursday, but hovered around its lowest level since March, as markets waded through a flood of rhetoric around potential U.S.-Iran peace negotiations.
- The EUR/USD pair traded in negative territory, retreating from eight-week highs as traders remained cautious ahead of the next meeting between the United States and Iran.
Inside Today:
- On Wednesday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar, indicating short term stability in the market.
- BNR has reopened the 7 year Treasury Bond first issued in July 2025, with book opening on April 20, closing on April 22, and settlement scheduled for April 24.
- The dollar index eased on Wednesday as optimism over a potential resolution to the Iran conflict and expectations surrounding a new Fed chair helped push the S&P 500 to a fresh record high.
- EUR/USD continued to hover around pre-conflict levels despite severe Middle East disruptions and higher energy prices, helped by stable equities and only moderate Oil gains.
Inside Today:
- On Tuesday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar, providing short-term stability and planning confidence. Today, the currency is expected to trade within bounds.
- BNR has reopened the 7-year Treasury Bond first issued in July 2025, announced on April 1, 2026, with book opening on April 20, closing on April 22, and settlement on April 24.
- The U.S. dollar lingered near six-week lows on Tuesday, surrendering nearly all the gains it had made since the Middle East war erupted as hopeful signs of another round of talks between the U.S.
- The greenback became the safe-haven asset of choice for market participants following the onset of the Iran conflict in late February
Inside Today:
- On Monday, the Rwandan franc depreciated by 0.5 points against the greenback, signaling short term instability.
- BNR has reopened the 7 year Treasury Bond first issued in July 2025, announced on April 1, 2026, with book opening on April 20, closing on April 22, and settlement on April 24
- The U.S. dollar reversed course to slip lower on Monday, as an initial boost to safe-haven demand petered out and increased risk appetite sent investors towards equities.
- EUR/USD extended its gains on Monday as market mood improved, weighing on the US Dollar, which fell to six-week lows.
Inside Today:
- On Friday, the Rwandan franc maintained its position against the US dollar.
- BNR has an open Treasury Bill under the FY2025/26 issuance calendar, announced on April 10, 2026, with auction scheduled for April 16 and settlement set for April 17.
- The U.S. dollar slipped on Friday, as a tentative Middle East ceasefire appeared to hold ahead of planned peace talks in Pakistan over the weekend.
- The Euro edged higher against the US Dollar on Friday, extending its winning streak for a fifth straight day.