This post is part of the Public Sources 2024 project of SA WEST. It contains a collection of reliable links to ministries, government institutions, and local media sources in Rwanda.
All links were checked in October and November 2024. In addition to providing links to local news websites, we also share their social media profiles and related groups in messaging platforms. This gives you a comprehensive toolset to follow and gather data on current events using your preferred methods.
This collection is made to help intelligence professionals and researchers find important resources related to Rwanda. While we do not claim to have every possible link, we hope this collection serves as a useful starting point for your project.
To help you better understand the regional context, we provide a list of projects in Rwanda, if available, involving the World Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the Asian Development Bank.
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Rwanda
National portal, selected links to ministries and government organizations
The Ministry of Environment of Rwanda https://www.environment.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Environment is the key governmental institution in Rwanda responsible for coordinating the Environment and Natural Resources Sector. Its mission is to ensure the protection and conservation of the environment, promote green growth, climate resilience, and ensure the sustainable use of water resources, lands, and forests to foster national development. |
| Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning https://www.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) is responsible for promoting sustainable growth and economic opportunities in Rwanda. Its mission includes maintaining a stable macroeconomic environment, fostering greater public financial management, and improving the living standards of all Rwandans. The ministry oversees various affiliated agencies, such as the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) and the Office of the Auditor General (OAG), ensuring that fiscal policies align with national development strategies. |
| Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Rwanda https://www.minaffet.gov.rw |
This domain provides insights into the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Rwanda. It showcases services related to Rwandan diplomacy, foreign relations, and defense of national interests both domestically and internationally. The site includes information about the ministry’s roles, recent announcements, and initiatives aimed at fostering cooperative and progressive international relations. |
| Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Rwanda https://www.minagri.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources is responsible for formulating and implementing agricultural policies and strategies in Rwanda, aiming to achieve food security, nutritional health, and sustainable agricultural growth. |
| Ministry of Local Government – Rwanda https://www.minaloc.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Local Government is responsible for coordinating good governance and administering programs aimed at fostering economic, social, and political development across the nation of Rwanda. It works with various affiliated institutions to achieve its mission of effective territorial administration. |
| Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning – Rwanda https://www.minecofin.gov.rw |
This domain represents the official site of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning of Rwanda, which provides critical information and services related to the country’s economic policy, financial management, and government budget. It includes updates on Rwanda’s credit ratings, economic growth initiatives, and savings awareness campaigns. |
| Ministry of Education – Rwanda https://www.mineduc.gov.rw |
The general mission of the Ministry of Education is to transform the Rwandan citizen into skilled human capital for socio-economic development of the country by ensuring equitable access to quality education focusing on combating illiteracy, promotion of science and technology, critical thinking and positive values. |
| Ministry of Information Communication Technology (MINICT) – Rwanda https://www.minict.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Information Communication Technology (MINICT) in Rwanda is dedicated to fostering the development and diffusion of ICT within Rwandan society and economy. It works alongside various affiliated agencies and partners to implement policies and programs that enhance ICT growth and connectivity across the country. |
| Ministry of Infrastructure – Rwanda https://www.mininfra.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Infrastructure in Rwanda is dedicated to ensuring sustainable development across various sectors including transport, energy, water supply, sanitation, housing, and human settlements. Its mission is to drive Rwanda’s economic growth and enhance the quality of life for its citizens by providing modern infrastructure. The ministry emphasizes the importance of efficient and sustainable infrastructure to support national development goals. |
| Ministry of Interior – Rwanda https://www.mininter.gov.rw |
The website of the Ministry of Interior in Rwanda provides comprehensive information related to national security, public safety, and local governance. It also highlights various initiatives, including the training programs for park rangers and security guards in physical security and stockpile management. |
| Government of Rwanda – Ministry of National Unity & Civic Engagement https://www.minubumwe.gov.rw |
This website provides specific information about the Ministry’s focus on national unity and civic engagement initiatives in Rwanda, including government policies, programs, and events aimed at fostering reconciliation and promoting social cohesion. |
| Ministry of Health – Rwanda https://www.moh.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Health in Rwanda is dedicated to providing and improving affordable health care services, including promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative care. It collaborates with various stakeholders such as development partners and health organizations to enhance the well-being of the population and reduce poverty. Contact: Toll-free: 114 or 912, Email: info@moh.gov.rw. |
| The Ministry of Youth, Rwanda https://www.moya.gov.rw |
The Ministry of Youth is focused on empowering young people through various policies and programs, including the National Youth Council, which facilitates engagement and ideas for self and national development. |
National Bank of Rwanda http://www.bnr.rw |
Central bank |
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– geoblocked (use VPN) | 
– geoblocked, occasional outages
01 – Registers, Public Records, Statistics
| https://rwanda.opendataforafrica.org | The Rwanda Data Portal provides access to various datasets and information about the country. |
04 – News
https://inyarwanda.com     |
Information about entertainment, people, news, events, culture, in Rwanda and internationally. It also provides Rwandan music. |
| https://kigalitoday.com |
This site provides news about Rwanda and headlines from Africa, including breaking news related to its people, politics, and economy. |
| https://umuseke.rw |
This site provides news and articles focusing on important events and unique stories in Rwanda. It features various sections that cover politics, culture, sports, and entertainment, making it a comprehensive source for local news and updates. |
https://www.newtimes.co.rw |
This site provides breaking news and analysis from Rwanda and East Africa, covering topics such as business, politics, sports, lifestyle, and more. |
07 – TV & Radio stations
| https://izubaradio.com | Information about Izuba radio services and capabilities provided |
| https://www.ktradio.rw |
This site provides access to real-time radio broadcasts, including news and music programming. It features various shows hosted by different presenters and offers a schedule of upcoming segments. |
Projects carried out by the World Bank in Republic of Rwanda
| Name of the Project | implementing_agency | Timeframe |
| Rwanda Health Emergency Preparedness, Response and Resilience Project Using the Multiphase Programmatic Approach | Implementing Agency: not indicated Project Objective: not indicated |
24 May 2024 ‑ 31 Mar 2030 |
| RECOR | Implementing Agency: not indicated Project Objective: not indicated |
25 Apr 2024 ‑ 29 Sep 2028 |
| Rwanda Priority Skills for Growth (PSG) | Implementing Agency: Ministry Of Education Project Objective: The Program Development Objective is to expand opportunities for the acquisition of quality, market-relevant skills in selected economic sectors. The selected economic sectors include Energy, Transport and Logistics, and Manufacturing (with a focus on ‘Made in Rwanda’ products such as construction materials, light manufacturing, and agro-processing). Building skills to advance the country’s economic agenda is a key priority of the GoR’s ongoing Economic Development and Poverty Reduction Strategy-2 (EDPRS 2) launched in 2013. EDPRS 2 builds on the country’s Vision 2020 which seeks to transform the country by raising its per capita GDP to middle-income level by 2020. The Program is grounded in the Government of Rwanda’s (GoR) National Employment Programs (NEP) approved by Cabinet in 2014. NEP was designed to address the employment challenges in Rwanda and equip its population with the skills required to support economic development. The main results areas of the operation are: (i) reinforcing governance of the skills development system; (ii) ensuring provision of quality training programs with market relevance; (iii) expanding opportunities for continuous upgrading of job-relevant skills for sustained employability; and (iv) capacity building for implementation. The Program will disburse against achievement of specific Disbursement Linked Results (DLRs) in these results areas. |
05 Jul 2017 ‑ 29 Sep 2024 |
| Rwanda – Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in AFE MPA (ASCENT – Rwanda)) | Implementing Agency: Development Bank of Rwanda, Energy Development Corporation Limited. Project Objective: Improve access to modern energy for households, enterprises, and public institutions and enhance the efficiency of electricity services in the Republic of Rwanda. |
28 Nov 2023 ‑ 31 Dec 2029 |
| Kigali Logistics Platform Connectivity Development Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM), Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA), Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA). Project Objective: The Project Development Objective is to improve the connectivity and increase the flow of traded goods and services between the Kigali Logistic Platform and the international road corridor from Ngoma to Nyanza as well as the safety and resilience of the movement of goods and people. |
29 Mar 2024 ‑ 30 Sep 2030 |
| Volcanoes Community Resilience Project | Implementing Agency: Rwanda Development Board, Rwanda Environmental Management Authority, Rwanda Water Resources Board, Ministry of Environment. Project Objective: To reduce risk of flooding, strengthen land management, and improve livelihoods of people in the project area. |
02 Oct 2023 ‑ 31 Dec 2028 |
| Social Protection Transformation Project | Implementing Agency: Local Administrative Entities Development Agency (LODA), The Ministry of Local Government (MINALOC) Project Objective: To strengthen the social protection programs and delivery systems and to improve access of poor and vulnerable households to human capital and economic inclusion services |
22 Sep 2022 ‑ 31 Dec 2026 |
| Access to Finance for Recovery and Resilience Project | Implementing Agency: Development Bank of Rwanda, Business Development Fund. Project Objective: The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to increase access to finance and support recovery and resilience of businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. |
14 Jun 2021 ‑ 31 Aug 2028 |
| Rwanda COVID-19 Emergency Response Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Health (MoH) / Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) Project Objective: To prevent, detect and respond to the threat posed by COVID-19 and strengthen national systems for public health preparedness in the Republic of Rwanda, and provide immediate and effective response in the case of an eligible crisis or emergency |
07 Apr 2020 ‑ 30 Jun 2025 |
| Digital Acceleration Project | Implementing Agency: Development Bank of Rwanda, Rwanda Information Society Authority Project Objective: To increase access to broadband and selected digital public services, and strengthen the digital innovation ecosystem |
30 Nov 2021 ‑ 31 Dec 2026 |
| Rwanda – Energy Access and Quality Improvement Project | Implementing Agency: Development Bank of Rwanda, Energy Development Corporation Limited. Project Objective: Improve access to modern energy for households, enterprises, and public institutions and enhance the efficiency of electricity services in the Republic of Rwanda. |
17 Sep 2020 ‑ 31 Dec 2026 |
| Commercialization and De-Risking for Agricultural Transformation Project | Implementing Agency: Development Bank of Rwanda, Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board. Project Objective: The Project Development Objectives are to increase the use of irrigation and commercialization among producers and agribusiness firms in supported value chains, and to increase access to agricultural finance. |
15 Apr 2022 ‑ 30 Apr 2027 |
| Rwanda Quality Basic Education for Human Capital Development Project | Implementing Agency: Rwanda Information Society Authority (RISA), Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB), National Examinations and School Inspection Authority (NESA), Ministry of Education (MINEDUC), Republic of Rwanda. Project Objective: The PDO is to improve teacher competency and student retention and learning in basic education. |
30 Jul 2019 ‑ 31 Oct 2027 |
| Rwanda Housing Finance Project | Implementing Agency: Development Bank of Rwanda. Project Objective: To expand access to housing finance to households and to support capital market development in Rwanda. |
29 Nov 2018 ‑ 31 Oct 2025 |
| Second Rwanda Urban Development Project | Implementing Agency: Musanze District, Muhanga District, Rubavu District, Huye District, Nyagatare District, Rwanda Environmental Management Authority, Ministry of Infrastructure, Local Administrative Entities Development Agency, Rusizi District, City Administration of Kigali. Project Objective: To improve access to basic services, enhance resilience and strengthen integrated urban planning and management in the City of Kigali and the six secondary cities of Rwanda. |
30 Oct 2020 ‑ 31 Dec 2025 |
| Rwanda Stunting Prevention and Reduction Project | Implementing Agency: Rwanda Biomedical Center Project Objective: The proposed Project Development Objectives (PDO) are to contribute to the reduction in the stunting rate among children under five years of age (with a focus on those under two) in the targeted districts and provide immediate and effective response in the case of an eligible crisis or emergency. |
28 Feb 2018 ‑ 31 Dec 2025 |
| Rwanda Public Finance Management Reform Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning. Project Objective: To improve budget reliability and control of funds for service delivery, enhance budget transparency and increase professionalization of the public finance officials. |
23 Oct 2018 ‑ 31 Dec 2024 |
| Socio-economic Inclusion of Refugees & Host Communities in Rwanda Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management, Development Bank of Rwanda, Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA) Project Objective: To improve access to basic services and economic opportunities for refugees and host communities, and support environmental management, in the target areas in Rwanda |
30 Apr 2019 ‑ 30 Oct 2026 |
| Lake Victoria Transport Program – SOP1, Rwanda | Implementing Agency: Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA), Ministry in charge of Emergency Management, Ministry of Infrastructures (MININFRA). Project Objective: The program development objective is to facilitate the sustainable movement of goods and people in the Lake Victoria region, whilst strengthening the institutional framework for transport safety. The project development objective for SOP1 Rwanda is to improve the efficient and safe movement of goods and people along the regional corridor from the border crossing at Rusumo to the border crossing at Nemba and Rusizi together with upgrades to road asset management and road safety in Rwanda. |
25 May 2017 ‑ 31 Dec 2025 |
| Rwanda Feeder Roads Development Project | Implementing Agency: Rwanda Transport Development Agency Project Objective: The objective of the project is to enhance all season road connectivity to agricultural market centers in selected Districts. |
21 Mar 2014 ‑ 31 Dec 2025 |
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