{"id":2000132085,"date":"2026-11-12T10:38:39","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T08:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/?p=2000132085"},"modified":"2026-11-12T10:39:14","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T08:39:14","slug":"kelis-rogers-cites-security-business-climate-among-reasons-for-decision-to-relocate-and-invest-in-rwanda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/kelis-rogers-cites-security-business-climate-among-reasons-for-decision-to-relocate-and-invest-in-rwanda\/","title":{"rendered":"Kelis Rogers cites security, business climate among reasons for decision to relocate and invest in Rwanda"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a video shared on social media, Kelis described Rwanda as one of the cleanest and safest countries she had visited, saying its beauty and business environment made it an attractive place to live and do business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She particularly praised the country’s efforts to combat corruption and its approach to facilitating business, saying these were important considerations for investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFirst, ease of doing business. They have a no-corruption policy, which I know for a lot of people it’s like a big concern,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kelis revealed that she bought property in Rwanda two years ago and that its value had since increased.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI bought property there two years ago, my property value has already gone up, which is amazing,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She also pointed to infrastructure developments, including Bugesera International Airport and plans for a Formula One circuit, as projects she believes will create additional business opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBugesera Airport is fantastic and is going to bring so much business. Formula One is building a track there, which is huge. That’s amazing,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The singer identified entertainment and leisure as another area with investment potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She cited bowling alleys, skating rinks and movie theatres as examples of businesses that investors could introduce, arguing that the country’s existing infrastructure provides a good foundation for such ventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She said she had been advocating for Rwanda for almost three years, drawing on her experience of living on the African continent, and encouraged people to consider business opportunities across Africa rather than viewing it only as a travel destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDon’t just go to Africa to travel. Invest in Africa,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is Kelis Rogers?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kelis Rogers is an American singer, songwriter, entrepreneur and professionally trained chef. Born on August 21, 1979, in Harlem, New York, she rose to fame with the release of her debut album, Kaleidoscope, in 1999.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She achieved global recognition with her 2003 hit single “Milkshake,” which became one of her signature songs and established her as an international music star. Throughout her career, Kelis has sold millions of records worldwide and earned Grammy Award nominations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond music, Kelis trained at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary school. She is also the author of the cookbook My Life on a Plate and founded Bounty & Full, a lifestyle brand specializing in skincare, haircare and food products. Her success across multiple industries has made her one of the most recognizable American entertainers turned entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On July 22, 2026, Kelis met Rwanda Development Board (RDB) Chief Tourism Officer Ir\u00e8ne Murerwa and Rwanda Convention Bureau Deputy CEO Ma\u00ebva Haguma to explore partnership opportunities with Rwanda.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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