“Land of a Thousand Hills”
for its wonderful hills, 374 with their own name.
Due to its remarkable urban development initiatives and efficient road construction, Kigali has evolved into a meticulously organized and structured city, instilling a sense of tranquility and calm among both residents and visitors.
Rwandans use only bags made from paper, cloth, banana leaves and papyrus, among other biodegradable materials significantly reducing plastic pollution and fostering a culture of responsible plastic use and waste disposal, leading to a cleaner environment.
Rwanda stands out boasting a higher proportion of women in power than any other nation. It has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first country with a female majority in parliament, with women constituting 61.3% of the Chamber of Deputies and 37.4% of the Senate.
The World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Index tracks progress in gender parity across Economic Participation, Education, Health, and Political Empowerment. In the 2022 ranking, Rwanda has attained a 6th rank.
Rwanda is one of the three places in the world, along with Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo, with the rare endangered silverback mountain gorillas. Thanks to conservation efforts, mountain gorillas have increased in numbers in recent years. The commitment to protect this species culminates in the annual Kwita Izina, a special ceremony where baby gorillas are named.
Prized for their incredibly large horns, these beautiful royal cattle symbolize an important link between culture and nature. They have inspired countless traditions, including the national dance in addition to the Inyambo Parade Festival, the three-day event running at the end of March in the Nyanza District.
As reported by Business Insider, Numbeo’s current crime index and safety ranking list Rwanda on the first place, with a Safety Index Score of 73.2.
Initiated in 2016, reflects Rwanda’s commitment to enhancing Kigali’s environmental sustainability. On this occasion, motorists are encouraged to opt for eco-friendly modes of transportation. In 2017, it transitioned to a bi-weekly occurrence: twice a month vehicles stops in favor of people socializing and walking in the streets freely.
On the last Saturday monthly, every Rwandan Citizen stops the daily activities to prioritize the community interests: cleaning streets, planting trees, building schools, and medical centers.
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Mara Phones, established in 1996 by Ashish Thakkar, is the Rwandan-based company that manufactures affordable yet high-quality smartphones aimed at promoting digital inclusion.
In 2016, Rwanda’s Government signed a contract with the San Francisco based company, Zipline, revolutionizing blood delivery logistics: their autonomous drones transport blood from distribution hubs directly to healthcare facilities, where it parachutes down in insulated cardboard boxes before the drone returns, facilitating the delivery of blood and essential medicines to rural hospitals.
With the mission of developing Rwanda’s space sector towards socio-economic development, the mandate of the RSA aims to foster an environment conducive to entrepreneurial and industrial growth, facilitating the development of commercially viable products that can compete globally in both local markets and for export.
Inaugurated in 2020 in the heart of Kigali, the NUWEP serves as a showcase, illustrating that native and indigenous trees and vegetation promote higher biodiversity compared to exotic species and it highlights how conserving biodiversity can generate revenue for both local communities and the country as a whole while offering a place where to enhance sociality and education.
The KCC is the second most important place on the African continent for hosting major international events and summits: Its architectural design, inspired by traditional Rwandan homesteads, features a dome-shaped Auditorium reminiscent of a hut in the Kings Palace, accommodating up to 2600 guests.
From the 73rd FIFA Congress for the first time in Africa, to the 2024 tennis ATP 50. From the Basketball Africa League in conjunction with NBA 3rd Edition to the 2025 UCI Road World Championships for the first time in Africa.
African leader in innovation and entrepreneurship Investments in education and technology have positioned Rwanda in a leadership position. According to the World Bank Rwanda, Kenya, and Côte d’Ivoire are the fastest-growing African economies: for the first quarter of 2023, Rwanda’s GDP grew by 9.2% YOY. In addition, Rwanda is ranked among the top 11 African nations expected to witness robust economic growth with a forecasted growth rate of 7.2%.
Nestled within Rwanda’s verdant landscapes lies a treasure trove for ecotourism enthusiasts: from embarking on gorilla trekking expeditions in the misty jungles of Volcanoes National Park to birdwatching amidst the diverse avian species. Rwanda focuses on preserving its extraordinary biodiversity, incredible wildlife, mountain rainforests and sweeping plains.
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