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Dear travellers, It is my pleasure to welcome you on-board RwandAir. As you read this, our crew is probably getting ready for take-off by preparing the cabin and cross-checking. At RwandAir, our number one priority is you, our esteemed customers, and so I hope your flight is a comfortable one and that our level of service exceeds your expectations. As the summer holidays approach, I am sure many of you are busy planning family getaways, or are taking a break with friends away from the day-to-day stresses of work. Holidays give us the chance to reflect on what we have achieved and where we are headed. For RwandAir, the last few months have seen tremendous progress, and I am pleased to share some of our good news in this edition of Inzozi magazine. In March, RwandAir became accredited with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), after the airline passed the body’s IOSA safety audit with flying colours. This achievement positions us alongside the world’s best airlines. In the same month, we signed a lease agreement with Palma Holding Limited to add a second brand new dual class Bombardier Q400 NextGen Turboprop Airliner to our fleet, which will arrive in June. RwandAir also recently signed a Purchase Agreement with Airbus for two custom built A330s (200 and 300 series). The aircraft will have 244 and 274 seats respectively, each with a triple-class configuration. We are now in the process of customising the planes with the unique RwandAir corporate look. Delivery of these world-class planes is expected in the second half of 2016, taking RwandAir’s fleet to ten aircraft. At the end of April, we launched the 18th destination on our fast growing network – Lusaka, Zambia. The new route not only boosts connectivity for our travellers but also builds economic ties between the two nations.
In news closer to home, RwandAir was recently named “Best Service Provider” by the famous “Service Magazine” in Rwanda. I am proud of the whole team for such a great accomplishment. As part of the 21st Commemoration of the Genocide against the Tutsi (Kwibuka21), the RwandAir team travelled to Murambi. There we renovated houses for genocide survivors, paid medical insurance and donated household supplies to those in need. Supporting survivors is a demonstration of our commitment to remembering the genocide and playing our part in Rwanda’s renewal. Over the next few months, RwandAir will make a number of targeted improvements in the way we serve you, our customers. We will introduce a new customer feedback mechanism, a new and improved check-in management system and a brand new DreamMiles membership card with a reloadable Visa prepaid feature, known as GlobalTravelWallet. These efforts are all part of our commitment to providing the best airline experience – before, during and after you fly with us. In this edition of Inzozi, you can read more about RwandAir’s plans for the future as well as fascinating stories from the land of a thousand hills and beyond. Inzozi is the Kinyarwanda word for ‘dreams’. And so, wherever you are coming from and wherever you are going, thank you for choosing RwandAir to help make your travel dreams come true. Thank you, and enjoy the flight!
John Mirenge CEO, RwandAir
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PUBLISHER R.S. Creative Ltd. P.O.Box 6491, Kigali, Rwanda. Tel: +250 788 898 079 www.rwandair.com MANAGING DIRECTOR: Isabelle Kabano EXECUTIVE EDITOR: David Toovey TRANSLATION: Alice Rutaremara and Parfait Kanimba PHOTOGRAPHY: Pose Photography, Ange Magorane, Gary Bembridge, Darla Rudakubana, Rosalind Raddtz, DeLuck’z, Raymond Kalisa, Chantelle Meckenstock, Aderemi Adegbite, KigaliUp team and Parfait Kanimba WRITERS: Arnaud Nkusi, Alice Masiringi, David Toovey, Daniel Nzohabonimana, KIRENGA, Darla Rudakubana and Junior Kanamugire CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Baker Lukwago RWANDAIR CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS DEPT RWANDAIR MARKETING: Ariella Kageruka
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4. RwandAir Socialites 8. Mailbox 9. How Do You Travel? 14. 24 Hours in Harare 20. E-Governance 26. A Walking Tour of Nyamirambo 32. Building wealth through capital markets 36. Riding High atop Mt. Kigali 40. Kanga: An East African fabric to wear with a smile 46. Incredible Imigongo 50. Digital archiving’s place in the future of Africa 60. Ubumuntu Arts Festival 64. What kind of entrepreneur are you? 72. Upcoming Events 76. KigaliUp celebrates its fifth birthday in style 78. RwandAir Launches Lusaka Route 80. Mashariki Film Festival 101. RwandAir marks Kwibuka21 112. Employee Focus
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Dear Managers at RwandAir, I meant to write this much earlier, but I wanted to send a note to you to say thank you very much for the attention and customer care of your staff, Eugune Mugisha, with my parents at Dar es Salaam airport last month. My parents and I missed our flight (due to our own problem with someone trying to steal a bag - not RwandAir’s problem), and Mr Mugisha took the time to talk with us and help us to resolve our problem. After our
Dear All, It is quite often that we complain when we have problems but forget to compliment where good service has been offered. I have been more than impressed with the customer service that RwandAir staff has offered me during my interaction with them. I can confirm without any bias that there are very few institutions in Rwanda that attend to a client the way RwandAir has attended to my issue. Email communication from all concerned staff (including from the CEO) plus telephone conversations that I have had with RwandAir staff is exceptional service indeed. We should give credit where it’s due and for RwandAir, you have scored 110% out of 100%. Customer service in a number of airlines is one area where most issues are found and in my experience,
trouble that day, it was nice to have a friendly face and truly good care and concern from your staff. We found Mr Mugisha to be professional, responsive, and he looked for ways to help us. So, many thanks! We wanted to be sure to write something positive so that you were aware of Mr Mugisha’s good efforts! Jessica Massie Frequent RwandAir customer in Rwanda
I have not come across airline customer service that resolves issues as quickly as you have done, especially with the cordial discussions that you managed to hold with me. This is a pure example of how RwandAir is contributing towards offering exceptional customer care to its clients and also towards uplifting Rwanda as a services economy. With services comes customer care and you cannot perfect one without the other. You have really demonstrated that you are experts at customer care and I wish all service industries in Rwanda could emulate your excellence. Keep it up and thanks a million for your service. George Nsamba Senior Manager/Advisory EY Rwanda Ltd
Ambassador Yamina Karitanyi Chief Tourism Officer, Rwanda Development Board
Jonathan Hall Managing Director, Bralirwa Ltd
Doriane Kundwa Miss Rwanda 2015
What is your favourite travel destination? I have to say Nyungwe National Park in Rwanda’s south-west. I love experiencing Mother Nature at her best in Nyungwe – the lush green trees, the waterfalls, the animals, the walkway overlooking the canopy of trees. It’s overwhelmingly beautiful!
What is your favourite travel destination? I am not Irish but I have a home in the southwest of Ireland. I love to go there because it’s so beautiful and the people are absolutely fantastic. They have the best sense of humour in the world. It’s a land of freedom and I love it.
What is your favourite travel destination? I love visiting Dubai. The city has much to offer tourists with so many things to see and do.
What can you not leave home without? I could never leave my phone at home. No matter where I’m travelling to, my phone has my contacts, calendar and most importantly for my kids – my camera. They love to see photos from my trips abroad.
What can you not leave home without? Oh my goodness, my shaving brush! Actually, I think it’s my camera. It’s the one thing I carry around most. I’m a passionate photographer so yes, I can’t leave home without my camera.
What is your top tip for fellow travellers? Take the time to get to know the people, places and history that make somewhere like Rwanda so special. Plan ahead, but don’t forget to be spontaneous and let your adventurous self lead you off the beaten path. What do you like about RwandAir? RwandAir is my favourite airline. It is reliable, safe and offers good customer care. It makes me proud to have our national airline stand out. And when they play Rwandan music upon landing, I get so thrilled! What is your dream destination? I recently learnt about a secluded island in the heart of the Seychelles. The place is called North Island and over the last few years Wilderness Safaris has rehabilitated the island and re-established the Seychelles white-eye bird population. I would love to go there one day. Until then, I am happy discovering new destinations in Rwanda…and they are many.
What is your top tip for fellow travellers? When the plane lands, please don’t everybody stand up at the same time but wait until it’s your turn to move out of the plane. What do you like about RwandAir? I love the calm experience of flying with RwandAir. It’s a very professional airline and one that’s growing extremely fast. It’s an exciting time for the company. Rwanda has a very calm way of doing things, which I think is a reflection of the country and I love it. What is your dream destination? Well, my young daughter and my wife live in Australia so for the moment, my dream destination is Australia. But I’m sure that will change one day.
What can you not leave home without? If I am travelling for a long time, I take pictures of my friends and family with me. They carry memories of good times that I want to keep close by when I’m away. I also take my Bible, and my phone so that work can continue wherever I am. What is your top tip for fellow travellers? It’s a good idea to always to take a travel pillow with you, especially if you have to spend some time in transit. I also recommend taking a well-stocked toiletry bag with body spray, a toothbrush and toothpaste. What do you like about RwandAir? I really appreciate the good customer care provided by RwandAir. The air hosts are always friendly and attentive. What is your dream destination? I would love to travel to the Bahamas. The white sandy beaches, the palm trees and the crystal clear water look like heaven on earth.
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RWANDAIR SELECTS THE AIRBUS A330 FOR FLEET GROWTH AND MODERNISATION In March 2015, RwandAir signed a In March 2015, RwandAir signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus for two brand new A330s Airbus for two brand new A330s (300 and 200 series). The deal (300 and 200 series). The deal makes RwandAir a new makes RwandAir a new Airbus customer and the Airbus customer and the first airline in East Africa first airline in East Africa to order the A330s. to order the A330s.
The two A330 aircraft will have 244 and 274 The two A330 aircraft will have 244 and 274 seats respectively and will come in seats respectively and will come in a triple-class configuration a triple-class configuration with Rolls Royce Trent 772B with Rolls Royce Trent 772B engines. They will be engines. They will be delivered in the second delivered in the second half of 2016. With the half of 2016. With the addition of these two addition of these two world-class planes, world-class planes, RwandAir’s fleet will reach RwandAir’s fleet will reach ten aircraft. ten aircraft.
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“As we introduce wide “As we introduce wide body aircraft into our fleet body aircraft into our fleet for the first time, with its for the first time, with its proven economics, reliability and proven economics, reliability and passenger comfort, the A330 perfectly passenger comfort, the A330 perfectly supports our plans to expand into Europe and supports our plans to expand into Europe and Asia, to enhance our regional presence, to Asia, to enhance our regional presence, to open up new routes and to grow our market open up new routes and to grow our market share,’’ said John Mirenge, Chief Executive share,’’ said John Mirenge, Chief Executive Officer of RwandAir. Officer of RwandAir.
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“We are delighted that RwandAir “We are delighted that RwandAir has confirmed its confidence in has confirmed its confidence in the A330, and are extremely pleased to the A330, and are extremely pleased to welcome them as a new A330 customer,” said welcome them as a new A330 customer,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. Customers.
“The A330 Family offers a unique combination “The A330 Family offers a unique combination of unbeatable economics, versatility and fuel of unbeatable economics, versatility and fuel efficiency. Passengers will be able to enjoy a efficiency. Passengers will be able to enjoy a new flying experience with state of the art new flying experience with state of the art inflight entertainment systems and bestinflight entertainment systems and bestin-class passenger comfort that only Airbus in-class passenger comfort that only Airbus offers,” Mr Leahy said. offers,” Mr Leahy said. RwandAir is one of the fastest growing RwandAir is one of the fastest growing airlines in Africa and operates one of the airlines in Africa and operates one of the youngest fleets on the continent. The airline, youngest fleets on the continent. The airline, which is well reputed for an excellent on which is well reputed for an excellent on time performance, has a network of 18 cities time performance, has a network of 18 cities in 14 countries across Western, Eastern and in 14 countries across Western, Eastern and Southern Africa and the Middle East. With the Southern Africa and the Middle East. With the introduction of two brand new Aribus A330s introduction of two brand new Aribus A330s in 2016, RwandAir will provide even more in 2016, RwandAir will provide even more opportunities for our esteemed customers opportunities for our esteemed customers to connect with friends, family and business to connect with friends, family and business around the world. around the world.
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rARE Harare is home to more than two million residents and is one of southern Africa’s major business centres. The city boasts tall skyscrapers, wide streets and beautiful jacaranda trees that come to life when the striking flowers are in bloom. The result is stunning boulevards dripping with purple petals.
Zimbabwe’s capital is experiencing a revival, with new cafés and attractions making this city the perfect gateway to the country’s wilderness and the majestic Victoria Falls. By Alice Masiringi
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fter a period of significant economic downturn, Harare is returning to its former self. While the often overlooked metropolis might not be at the top of your travel itinerary, its clean streets and friendly atmosphere offer much for tourists. The city is also the best place to base yourself when exploring the rest of the country - including the many national parks, such as Matobo, and the incomparable Victoria Falls.
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Arrival - With more than ten international flights into Harare every day, the city is easy to reach. There are also numerous overland buses that make the journey from regional capitals, but those can be lengthy and often fall prey to long delays at the border. All domestic and international flights in and out of the capital use Harare International Airport. Located about 15km from the city centre, the airport is easy to navigate. After passing through immigration, the best way to get to your hotel is by taxi. The standard fare is US $25, which your hotel can match if it doesn’t offer a free transfer service.
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from the hustle and bustle of traffic and trade. With excellent customer care, free Wi-Fi, two tranquil swimming pools, complementary breakfast and a fitness centre, the hotel is one of the best in town. A standard room starts from US $160 per night.
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A Stylish Dinner - To delight your taste buds, you can’t
6:00pm Check In - Harare has a wide range of accommodation
options to suit any traveller - from multi-bed backpacker style rooms to luxury five star suites. If you prefer to spend your travel budget on sightseeing, then the N1 Hotel Harare is for you. The hotel is located within walking distance of the central business district and is open 24 hours, making it a good choice for partygoers. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel and breakfast can be purchased for US $5. Clean and simple rooms with satellite TV start from US $59 a night. For those looking for a more luxurious night’s sleep, the Bronte Hotel is a great option. Located in the centre of town and surrounded by an oasis of gardens, the hotel offers a stay away
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go past Victoria 22 - one of the city’s best restaurants. Located just south of the central business district at 22 Victoria Rd, this stylish eatery offers impeccable service in a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoy dining on the terrace as the sun sets over the tall trees. With an extensive wine list, paired with a wide range of meat and vegetarian options, Victoria 22 will have you wishing you had more than 24 hours in town!
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Late Night Café with a Twist - Since it was launched in 1997, Harare’s Book Café has become the city’s cultural performance hub. From live music to poetry and comedy nights, the Book Café hosts over 500 events every year. That guarantees you a great night out. The café puts on live music every night (except Sunday) and offers wood fired pizza to go along with a drink from the bar. Be sure to carry US dollars with you as the café only accepts cash.
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Check with reception to see if your hotel offers breakfast. Most of the major hotels, such as the Bronte, include breakfast in their room rate. But if you want to get a taste of an authentic Zimbabwe culinary experience, try Sadza, a thick porridge made from corn meal that comes with a meat or vegetable sauce.
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Birds of Prey - Located about 40km from Harare on the shores of Lake Chivero is the Kuimba Shiri Bird Sanctuary. The centre rehabilitates bird of prey and puts on a bird show that thrills adults and children alike. The sanctuary also offers horse riding, fishing, camping amongst the zebras and a BBQ for visitors. To get the most out of the experience, set aside at least half a day to visit Kuimba.
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A Veggie Lunch - Harare’s Shop Café (not to be
confused with the Book Café), is the city’s number one vegetarian restaurant and offers a delicious lunch buffet from Tuesday to Friday. The food is so good it’s bound to tempt even the most strident carnivore. The café bakes its own bread, grows its own herbs and spices and sources its coffee from the nearby Eastern Highlands. Be on the look out for the resident vervet monkeys, which are brave enough to steal your dessert off the table.
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Market Shopping - One of the best-known street
markets in town is Mbare market. With almost everything under the sun on offer, you’re bound to find a unique trinket to take home for you or a loved one. The most popular products on sale include woven baskets, colourful fabrics and Shona wooden handicrafts.
3:00pm Final Stop at the Heroes Acre - Seven kilometres
from the centre of town lies the Zimbabwe Heroes Acre - a series of monuments that form a tribute to those who died during the Second Chimurenga (Rhodesian Bush War). The Heroes Acre features a large statue of three unknown soldiers, a depiction of war victories and a museum that tells the story of the resistance movement.
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Departure - Harare has much to offer for tourists willing to stroll off the paved roads of the city and into the vibrant cultural life that exists in different corners of the capital. Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, Zimbabwe’s first city is sure to show you a great time.
24 HEURES à HaraRe La capitale du Zimbabwe connaît une renaissance, avec de nouveaux cafés et plusieurs attractions, faisant de cette ville une passerelle parfaite de la nature sauvage du pays avec ses majestueuses chutes Victoria. Par Alice Masiringi Harare abrite plus de 2 millions habitants en plus d’être l’un des majeurs centres d’activités commerciales de l’Afrique du sud. La ville est fière de ses gratte-ciels, de ses magnifiques jacarandas longeant leurs larges rues et qui revivifient leur floraison. Le résultat est éblouissant sur les boulevards ou on retrouve de pétales pourpres tout autour. FR
Après une période de ralentissement économique importante, Harare reviens à son ancien standing. Alors que la métropole souvent négligée pourrait ne pas être le premier choix parmi vos destinations de voyage, il en demeure que ses rues propres et l’ambiance conviviale ont beaucoup à offrir aux touristes. La ville est également le meilleur endroit où vous baser lors de
l’exploration du reste du pays – entre autres, les nombreux parcs nationaux, tels que Matobo et les incomparables chutes Victoria.
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Avec plus de dix vols internationaux à Harare tous les jours, la ville est facilement accessible. Il existe également de nombreux bus qui font le trajet depuis les capitales régionales, mais ceux-là rendent le trajet plus long et souvent proie à d’importants retards à la frontière. Tous les vols nationaux et internationaux arrivant ou partant de la capitale utilisent l’aéroport International de Harare. Situé à environ 15km du centre-ville, l’aéroport est facile d’accès.
Après un passage à l’immigration, la meilleure façon d’arriver à votre hôtel est le taxi. Le tarif standard est de 25 $ US, qui peut être pris en charge par votre hôtel si ce dernier n’offre pas un service de navette gratuit.
18:00 – Enregistrement à l’hôtel
Harare possède une large gamme d’hébergements accessible à toutes sorte de portefeuilles – des dortoirs pour les routards jusqu’aux luxueuses suites cinq étoiles. Si vous préférez dépenser votre argent de poche sur des activités touristiques, alors l’hôtel N1 à Harare est fait pour vous. L’hôtel est situé à proximité du quartier commercial il est en plus ouvert 24 heures sur 24, ce qui en fait un bon choix pour les fêtards. La connexion Wi-Fi est disponible, le petit déjeuner est à 5 $ US. Une chambre propre et simple avec une télévision satellite coute à partir de 59 $ US la nuit. Pour ceux qui recherchent une nuitée plus luxueuse, l’hôtel Bronte est une excellente option. Situé dans le centre de la ville et entouré d’une oasis de jardins, l’hôtel vous propose un séjour loin de l’agitation du trafic et du commerce. Avec un excellent service à la clientèle, la Wi-Fi gratuite, deux piscines tranquilles, le petit déjeuner inclus dans le prix de votre chambre et un centre de mise en forme, l’hôtel est l’un des meilleurs en ville. Les chambres standards commencent à 160 $ US la nuit.
19:30 – Un somptueux dîner
Pour ravir vos papilles gustatives, ne manquez en aucun cas le Victoria 22 – l’un des meilleurs restaurants de la ville. Situé juste au sud du quartier commercial au 22 Route Victoria, cet élégant restaurant vous offre un service impeccable dans une atmosphère paisible. Savourez un repas sur la terrasse en contemplant le coucher du soleil au-dessus des grands arbres. Avec une carte des vins variée, jumelée à un grand choix de plats de viande ainsi que végétariens, Le Victoria 22 vous fera regretter de ne passer que 24 heures dans la ville !
21:00 – Un Café spécial
Depuis son lancement en 1997, le Book Café de Harare est devenu le centre des spectacles culturels de la ville. De la musique live, des soirées de poésie en passant par la comédie, le Book Café accueille plus de 500 événements chaque année et vous garantit une grande soirée. Au café on y joue de la musique live tous les soirs (sauf le dimanche) et de savoureuses 18 | FLY OUR DREAM TO THE HEART OF AFRICA
pizzas au four à bois sont disponibles pour accompagner d’un bon verre servit au bar. Assurez-vous d’avoir des dollars américains avec vous, car le café n’accepte que de l’argent comptant.
07:00 – Le petit déjeuner
Il faut vérifier avec la réception pour savoir si le petit déjeuner est inclus dans le prix de votre chambre. La plupart des grands hôtels, comme le Bronte, incluent le petit déjeuner dans le prix de la chambre. Cependant si vous désirez gouter l’authentique cuisine du Zimbabwe, essayez le Sadza : une pâte de semoule de maïs servie avec de la viande ou une sauce aux légumes.
08:00 – Les oiseaux de proie
Le refuge d’oiseaux de Shiri Kuimba est situé sur les rives du lac Chivero à environ 40km de Harare. Le centre réhabilite les oiseaux de proie et offre un spectacle d’oiseaux faisant frissonner adultes et enfants. Le sanctuaire propose également de l’équitation, de la pêche, du camping parmi les zèbres et un barbecue pour les visiteurs. Pour tirer le meilleur parti de l’expérience, prévoyez au moins une demi-journée pour visiter Kuimba.
12:00 – Un déjeuner végétarien
Le Shop Café de Harare (ne pas confondre avec le Book Café), est le restaurant végétarien favoris de la ville et propose un délicieux buffet du mardi au vendredi. La nourriture y est si bonne qu’elle ravira même les plus grands amateurs de chair. Le café cuit son pain, cultive ses propres herbes et épices ainsi que son café
à proximité des hauts plateaux. Restez à l’affût car les singes verts y résident et sont assez sournois pour voler votre dessert directement de la table.
14:00 – Un tour au marché
L’un des marchés de rues parmi les plus populaires de la ville est le marché de Mbare. Avec presque tout ce qui est offert sous le soleil, vous êtes certain de trouver un bijou unique à ramener à la maison pour vous ou pour un être cher. Les produits les plus vendus comprennent des paniers tressés, des tissus colorés et de l’artisanat en bois de Shona.
15:00 – Dernier arrêt à l’Acre des héros
À sept kilomètres du centre de la ville se trouve l’Acre des Héros (Heroes Acre du Zimbabwe) – une série de monuments en hommage à ceux qui sont morts pendant la seconde Chimurenga (guerre du Bush de Rhodésie). L’Acre des Héros est composé d’une grande statue de trois soldats inconnus, d’une représentation des victoires de la guerre et d’un musée qui raconte l’histoire du mouvement de résistance.
16:30 – Départ
Harare a beaucoup à offrir aux touristes désireux de se promener hors des routes pavées de la ville et préférant découvrir la vie culturelle dynamique qui existe dans différents coins de la capitale. Que vous voyagiez pour affaires ou par plaisir, la capitale du Zimbabwe s’assure que vous y passiez un moment inoubliable.
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E-Governance A tool to bring governments and citizens closer together Advances in technology and the Internet are changing the way governments provide services to their citizens. The result is more efficient processes and greater trust. By Daniel Nzohabonimana
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overnments have the responsibility to serve their citizens. This requires systems and processes that meet the needs of the people. Whether registering a newborn, enrolling a child in school, applying for a driving licence or paying taxes, governments can create the space for people to pursue their dreams. In some cases however, out-dated systems are hampering governments’ ability to provide high quality services to their citizens. To solve this challenge, governments around the world are turning to technology. Enabled by the recent surge in ICT, governments are taking advantage of this opportunity to implement e-governance, a new concept that will bring citizens closer to the state. E-governance is the use of information and communication technologies by different actors in society to improve their access to information and build their capacities. As more citizens gain access to communication technologies, especially through mobile devices, e-governance provides the chance to change how citizens and governments interact. At the end of 2013, there were 778 million mobile subscriptions in Africa. By 2016, the continent’s mobile-subscription count will reach one billion, rising to 1.2 billion by the end of 2018, according to forecasts by Informa Telecoms & Media. This demonstrates the huge potential for governments to define a new reality in the relationships between different actors of society, simply by riding the trend of technology use.
The growth of data services that enable the full use of mobile technologies in Africa has been made possible by government and private sector willingness to invest in cellular networks. In addition, the availability of low-cost smart phones has enabled citizens to use data and create unprecedented opportunities in African economies. These investments by governments and the private sector have created the platform for e-governance to thrive. E-governance and the rise of technology not only improves relationships between citizens and governments, it also creates business opportunities. Companies can now reach millions of customers through a simple SMS, facilitate payments through feature phones and deliver content and services not thought possible even five years ago. One example of how new technology platforms are enabling business is Mobile Money. The mobile-phone-based money transfer platform is now a new reality on the continent, especially with the huge success of M-pesa in Kenya and other countries since it launched in 2007. The system is now available across sub-Saharan Africa and enables citizens to transact using their mobile handsets. Data usage has also ushered in a new era of online shopping in Africa as well as a proliferation of digital ventures and services. Given the importance of e-governance in advancing economic development, Rwanda’s Ministry of Youth and ICT, in collaboration with the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation (CTO), hosted the 2015 Commonwealth e-Governance Forum Africa in Kigali from 24-25 March. Over 170 participants from 14 countries met at Serena Hotel to discuss how information and communication technologies can be used as a tool to transform government to citizen relations. Delegates included ICT ministers for Rwanda, Kenya, Burundi, Uganda and Zambia, as well as ICT policy advisers, regulators, academics and representatives from implementing agencies, the private sector and application providers. Their discussions focused on e-government for sustainable development, e-government implementation strategies, e-democracy and governmental development. During the forum, countries shared their success stories in ICT development, which they noted as a pre-condition for e-governance.
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Rwanda’s Minister of Youth and ICT, Jean Philbert Nsengimana, said that over the last 10 to 15 years, Rwanda has covered the country with thousands of kilometres of fibre optic, despite the difficult terrain. This has enabled the extension of 3G connectivity to more than 99% of the population. Today, the Government of Rwanda and Korean telecommunications giant KT are rolling out a super fast 4G LTE network that will cover 95% of the population by 2017. Uganda’s Minister of State for ICT William Nyombi Thembo said that his country just concluded an e-government infrastructure project that has connected about 27 ministries and government agencies thanks to 1,600 km of fibre optic. Kenya has also followed the same path in broadband infrastructure development. Dr. Katherine Wanjiru Getao, the ICT Secretary in Kenya’s Ministry of ICT, said that so far the country has laid almost 6,000 km of fibre optic reaching the majority of Kenya’s 47 counties. She noted that the private sector has been helpful in that effort as the 3G network now covers almost 80% of the country. East African efforts to promote the use of ICT have been boosted by the launch of the regional one network area initiative in January 2015. This partnership will lead to a decline in mobile communication rates across the region through the removal of roaming fees. ICT ministers from the region said the one network area initiative will boost trade and development in the East African Community and that citizens will be able to access e-governance services at a low cost as they move freely around the region. As part of Rwanda’s e-governance push, the government has partnered with Rwanda Online Platform Limited to improve service delivery. Rwanda Online will make government services available online through an easy to use platform. Upon completion of the platform, the sight of citizens queuing in front of government offices will be relegated to the pages of history. They will instead log in through the RwandaGov Services Platform from their phones, tablets or computers and immediately have access to the services they need. These efforts by Rwanda to promote a good business environment for IT companies were recently recognised by the 2015 Global Information Technology Report (GITR), which ranked Rwanda first globally in government success in ICT promotion to drive social and economic transformation. The report was compiled by the World Economic Forum (WEF). The advances being made by African nations to boost ICT infrastructure and introduce e-governance are set to revolutionise how citizens, the private sector and governments interact. They will create more efficient and effective governments that focus on what matters most – creating the space for all citizens to lead happy and healthy lives.
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E-governance: Un outil servant de pont entre gouvernements et citoyens
Les percées technologiques et l’internet sont entrain de changer la façon dont les gouvernements offrent des services à leurs citoyens. Il en résulte des processus plus efficaces et une confiance plus grande. Par Daniel Nzohabonimana Les Gouvernements ont la responsabilité de servir leurs citoyens. Ceci exige des systèmes et des processus qui répondent aux besoins du peuple. Que cela soit pour enregistrer un nouveau-né, inscrire un enfant à l’école, demander un permis de conduire ou payer les taxes, les gouvernements peuvent créer un espace dans lequel les gens peuvent poursuivre leurs rêves. FR
Dans certains cas, de vieux system ralentissent l’aptitude des gouvernements à fournir des services de haute qualité à ses citoyens. Pour répondre à ce défi, les gouvernements à travers le monde sont en train de se convertir à la technologie. Grâce aux récentes poussées en TIC, les gouvernements sont entrain de profiter de cette opportunité pour se servir de la gouvernance électronique ou E-governance, un nouveau concept qui rapprochera les citoyens de l’Etat. La gouvernance électronique est l’usage des technologies de l’information et de la communication grâce à différents acteurs dans la société pour améliorer leur accès à l’information et améliorer leurs capacités. Au fur et à mesure que les citoyens accèdent aux technologies de l’information, spécialement grâce à des accessoires mobiles, l’E-governance offre la chance de changer la manière dont les citoyens et les gouvernements interagissent. A la fin de l’année 2013, il y avait 778 millions abonnés aux téléphones portables en Afrique. En 2016, le nombre de souscriptions
aux téléphones portables atteindra le milliard, atteignant le milliard et demi à la fin-2018, selon les prévisions de Informa Telecoms & Media, ceci est la preuve du grand potentiel des gouvernements à définir une nouvelle réalité dans les relations entre les différents acteurs de la société, simplement en aiguillant la tendance à l’usage de la technologie. La croissance des services en données qui permettent l’usage total des technologies du téléphone portable en Afrique a été rendue possible par la volonté des secteurs étatiques et privés à investir dans des réseaux cellulaires. En plus, la disponibilité des smart phones bon marché a permis aux citoyens d’utiliser des données et de créer des opportunités sans précédents dans les économies africaines. Ces investissements faits par les secteurs gouvernementaux et privés ont créés la plateforme pour la prospérité de la gouvernance électronique. L’E-governace et la poussée technologique non seulement améliorent les relations entre les citoyens et les gouvernements, mais elles créent également des opportunités d’affaires. Des compagnies peuvent aujourd’hui atteindre des millions de clients grâce à un simple SMS, faciliter des paiements grâce à des téléphones multifonctionnels et fournir des données et des services qu’on ne pouvait imaginer il y a cinq ans seulement. Un exemple de la façon dont les plateformes de nouvelles technologies
Le Ministre d’Etat Ougandais William Nyombi Thembo ayant les TIC dans ses attributions a dit que son pays venait juste de conclure un projet d’infrastructure de gouvernance électronique qui a connecté environ 27 ministères et agences de gouvernement grâce à un fibre optique long de 1600 km de fibre Optique. Le Kenya a aussi emprunté le même chemin dans le développement d’une infrastructure pour une large bande. Dr. Katherine Wanjiru Getao, le Secrétaire d’Etat au Ministère Kenyan des TIC, a dit qu’à ce jour le pays a placé à peu près 6000 kms de fibre optique joignant la majorité des 47 comtés du Kenya. Elle a fait remarquer que le secteur privé a été très utile dans cette entreprise car le réseau de 3G couvre actuellement 80% du pays.
sont entrain de faciliter les affaires est le Mobile Money. La plateforme des transferts d’argent basés sur le téléphone mobile est aujourd’hui une nouvelle réalité sur le continent, spécialement grâce au grand succès de M-pesa au Kenya et d’autres pays depuis son lancement en 2007. Le système est actuellement disponible à travers l’Afrique au Sud du Sahara et permet aux citoyens de faire des transactions en utilisant des portables. L’usage des données a aussi rendu possible une croissance rapide du domaine des achats sur le net en Afrique aussi bien qu’à une prolifération d’opérations et de services digitaux Etant donné l’importance de l’E-governance dans le cadre d’un développement économique croissant, le Ministère de la Jeunesse et des Technologies de l’Information et de la Communication en collaboration avec l’Organisation des Télécommunications du Marché Commun, a organisé la session 2015 du Forum Africain sur la Gouvernance Electronique au sein du Marché Commun tenue à Kigali en dates du 24-25 Mars. Plus de 170 participants venant de 14 pays se sont rencontrés à l’Hôtel Serena pour discuter de la manière dont les technologies de l’Information et de la Communication peuvent être utilisées pour transformer les relations gouvernement - citoyen.
Parmi les délégués il y avait les ministres ayant les Technologies de l’Information et de la Communication du Rwanda, du Kenya, du Burundi, de l’Ouganda et de la Zambie, mais également des conseillers, des régulateurs, des académiciens en politique de Technologies de l’Information et de la Communication ainsi que des représentants d’agences pilotes, le secteur privé et les fournisseurs d’applications. Leurs discussions ont été focalisées sur l’E-governance pour un développement durable, sur des stratégies de mise en œuvre de l’E-governance, E-democracy et le développement en matière de gouvernance. Au cours du forum, les pays ont partagé leurs histoires de succès dans le développement des Technologies de l’Information et la Communication qu’ils ont considéré comme une condition primordiale en matière d’E-governance. Le Ministre Rwandais de la Jeunesse et des Technologies de l’Information et de la Communication, Jean Philbert Nsengimana, a dit que durant les derniers dix jusqu’à 15 ans, le Rwanda a placé dans tout le pays des milliers de Kilomètres de fibre optique, en dépit d’un terrain difficile. Ceci a rendu possible l’extension de la connectivité 3G à plus que 99% de la population. Aujourd’hui, le gouvernent du Rwanda et le géant Koréen en télécommunication KT sont entrain de mettre sur pied un réseau LTE extrêmement rapide de 4G qui couvrira 95% de la population en 2017.
Les efforts de l’Afrique de l’Est pour promouvoir l’usage des TIC ont été accentués par le lancement de l’initiative de la région d’un réseau par domaine en Janvier 2015. Ce partenariat conduira à une baisse des prix dans la communication par portables au niveau de la région grâce à la suppression des frais de liaison extra territoriale. Les ministres ayant les TIC dans leurs attributions dans la région ont dit que l’initiative régionale d’un réseau par domaine va motiver le commerce et le développement dans le Communauté de l’Afrique de l’Est et que les citoyens seront capables d’accéder aux services de gouvernance électronique à bas prix lorsqu’ils se déplacent librement dans la région. Pour mieux motiver la gouvernance électronique, le Rwanda par le biais de son gouvernement a agi en partenariat avec Rwanda Online Platform Limited afin d’améliorer la livraison des services. Rwanda Online rendra les services de tous les gouvernements disponibles sur Internet grâce à une plateforme facile à utiliser. Lorsque la plateforme sera complétée, la vue de citoyens faisant la queue devant les bureaux gouvernementaux sera reléguée aux pages de l’histoire. Au contraire, ils vont se connecter grâce à Rwanda Online Platform à partir de leurs téléphones, tablettes ou ordinateurs et accéder immédiatement aux services dont ils ont besoin. Ces efforts faits par le Rwanda pour promouvoir un bon environnement pour les affaires dans l’intérêt de compagnies de TIC ont été récemment reconnus en 2015 par Global Information Technology Report (GITR), qui a classé le Rwanda en tête de liste sur le plan mondial dans le domaine de la réussite en promotion des TIC par le gouvernement afin de déclencher une transformation sociale et économique. Le rapport a été compilé par le World Economic Forum (WEF).
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The1 Question
every parent should ask themselves Fries, cakes & ice cream: If you should avoid them why are you feeding them to your kids?
Research has shown over the years that children often adopt their parent’s habits, especially their eating habits. This means that if you eat healthy then your child will likely develop healthy eating habits as well. Alternatively, if you have unhealthy eating habits, it is very likely that your child will also acquire unhealthy eating habits. So which category are you in? Are you modeling good eating habits to your child? Healthy eating can stabilize children’s energy, sharpen their minds, and regularize moods. On the other hand, irregular eating patterns, sugary foods and empty carbs can cause low energy, agitation, weight problems, difficulties in focusing and make learning in school much more challenging.
Fortunately, there are different ways you can take to ingrain healthy eating habits without turning mealtimes into a battle zone. By encouraging healthy eating habits now you can make a huge impact on your child’s lifelong relationship with food and give them the best opportunity to grow into healthy, confident adults. The most important step in changing your child’s eating habits begins with you changing your own. Your child is relying on you to be the very best role model you can be, so act accordingly.
At WAKA Fitness we have suggested a number of tips to our members to ensure that the entire family develops healthy eating habits. One set of tips focuses on ways to improve you, and your family’s, eating habits and we also provide suggestions for kids trying to eat healthy as well.
Tips for YOU
Plan Your Meals - Establishing a family routine of eating breakfast and dinner together, and preparing lunch together will ensure you and your kids avoiding skipping meals, a bad habit which often increases the likelihood of making poor food choices when its mealtime.
If thinking about a weekly menu is too daunting, start with two or three days at a time. A good dinner doesn't have to be fancy, but it should be balanced: whole-grain bread, rice, or pasta; a fruit or a vegetable; and a protein source like lean meat, cheese, or beans. We would suggest making simple entree soups or Mexican chili ahead of time and then freezing it; at dinnertime, heat it up and add whole-grain bread and a bowl of cut-up apples or melon to round out the meal. Stay Away from Processed Foods - A significant portion of packaged and processed foods is developed for kids but these foods often contain large amounts of added sugars and salt. Replace cereal, frozen and canned foods, juice and sodas with whole foods such as fresh vegetables, fresh protein, fibers, nuts and cheese and home baked bread. Cut Back on Junk - Remember, you - not your kids - are in charge of the foods that enter the house. By having fewer junk foods around, you'll force your children to eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and dairy products. Live a Balanced Lifestyle - Realize that what your kids eat most of the time is really what matters. Having popcorn at the movies or eating an ice-cream sundae is some of life's real pleasures. As long as you balance these times with smart food choices and physical activity, your children will be fine. Making Healthy Food Delicious - Children develop a natural preference for the foods they enjoy the most, so the challenge is to make healthy choices appealing. There are tons of healthier versions of your favorite foods available online that your kids will love. Offer Variety - Kids like to feel they’re in control, so put out lots of healthy options and let them pick what they like best. You could do this with healthy pizza toppings, tacos and “rice bowls” (brown rice with all sorts of healthy things as toppers, olives, tofu, avocado, shredded carrots, and other assorted vegetables).
Changing your bad habits is a lifestyle change that doesn’t happen overnight. We are specialized in assisting and guiding people in that process. Whenever you are in Kigali come visit us to get a WAKA Lifestyle & Health Assessment and custom made workout routine that will get you the results that you dream of. WAKA Fitness, Kimihurura, Kigali
Tips for KIDS
Saying No to School Lunches – School lunches are often full of bad carbohydrates, fats and sugar. Teach your child to choose healthier, whole foods at school or pack their lunch with their favorite healthy foods.
Eat Meals Together - Eating meals together is a great way to spend time together as a family and ensure your child is learning how to make healthy food choices. If you’re reaching for lots of vegetables, fruits, whole grains and low-fat dairy, your kids will likely take them too. Encourage your child to come to the dinner table every night no matter how busy their schedule may be. Get Involved With Food - Picking out fruits and vegetables at the grocery store or local market is a great way for your child to get more familiar with food and the variety of foods that exist. Invite your kid to participate in kitchen chores like: washing and breaking up greens, grating cheese, stirring up things that aren’t hot, pressing the “go” button on the food processor and cutting soft foods like mushrooms with a butter knife. Learning to Deal With Peer Pressure – Your child will often be spending time with other kids and families that may have bad eating habits. Teach your child how to politely and confidently communicate healthy dietary preferences when dining out with others. To get more tips and ideas on how to improve your eating habits come to WAKA Fitness for a diet consultation for you and your family.
Interesting fact Obesity rates seem to be rising across sub-Saharan Africa, with the World Health Organisation predicting that in the next 20 years, obesity-driven diabetes across sub-Saharan Africa will double. One prime example of the growing epidemic has been South Africa, where one of the most common reasons cited is the increasing Westernisation and urbanisation of the South African population over the past few decades. Researchers say this is resulting in people living less active lifestyles and consuming more fast food, which has extremely high salt, sugar and fat content. The Lancet study, which was conducted by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington, was a first-of-its-kind analysis of obesity rates between 1980 and 2013 from 188 countries. According to the co-author of the Lancet study, Christopher Murray, not a single country has managed to reduce its obesity rate in the past three decades. “We expect obesity to rise steadily as incomes rise in low and middle-income countries in particular, unless urgent steps are taken to address this public health crisis.”
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A Walking Tour of Nyamirambo The Suburb That Never Sleeps
Une ballade à Nyamirambo Le quartier qui ne dort jamais Situé à proximité du centre de Kigali, Nyamirambo est la banlieue la plus vibrante et colorée au Rwanda. Avec sa cuisine en plein air, ses lumières et ses boîtes de nuit, cette partie de la ville est l’endroit idéal pour découvrir un côté différent de Kigali. Par Darla Rudakubana
Même sans être le centre de la ville, Nyamirambo est le cœur de Kigali. Constamment bourdonnante d’activité, il y règne un rythme distinct défiant l’âge de la vieille ville. Après avoir passé quelques heures dans son vacarme, le quartier s’avèrera être un endroit où vous souhaiteriez vivre. « Nyamijoss », comme l’appellent ses habitants est la banlieue qui ne dort jamais. FR
Avoisinant le centre de Kigali sur son côté sud-ouest, le quartier majoritairement musulman est comme l’enfant de la rue qui a refusé de se conformer à la quiétude nocturne. Ses rues remplies de petits magasins aux couleurs vives qui ne ferment presque jamais et vendant de tout : du poisson frit au thé aux douces saveurs d’épices en passant par des chaussures d’occasion, des peignes en plastique et même des miroirs de poche.
La diversité linguistique et les accents entendus dans les rues révèlent les multiples origines de ses habitants - dont beaucoup sont des pays avoisinants tels que le Congo, la Tanzanie et certains d’aussi loin que le Sénégal. « C’est une vie facile ici ! » me confia mon guide, Claude, durant le tour du quartier. «Riche ou pauvre, tous peuvent vivre ici, car qu’il y a des prix pour tout le monde. » En effet les prix sont pour tout le monde, pour aussi peu que 200 FRW (30 centimes) vous accèderez au centre-ville en bus. Pour 300 FRW vous aurez un déjeuner copieux composé de chapati, d’une tasse de thé, un bol de haricot ainsi qu’un quartier de citron. De plus les dernières nouvelles sont livrées gratuitement par les passants qui semblent tous se connaitre et désirent faire connaissance tout autant.
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Located a stone’s throw from the centre of Kigali, Nyamirambo is the most vibrant and colourful suburb in Rwanda. With street side cooking, bright lights and fun nightspots, this piece of the city is the perfect place to see a different side of Rwanda. By Darla Rudakubana
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yamirambo, although not its geographical centre, is the heartbeat of Kigali. Constantly buzzing with activity, it has a rhythm of its own that defies the fact that it’s an old town. After spending just a few hours in the coordinated chaos, it’s a place that has you wishing you lived there. “Nyamijoss”, as the locals call it, is the suburb that never sleeps. A close neighbour to the centre of Kigali on its southwest side, the predominantly Muslim neighbourhood is like the street wise child who refused to conform to the rules that ensure time bound and noiseless activities. Its streets are laced with small, brightly coloured shops, that almost never close, selling everything from fried fish and extremely sweet spiced tea to second hand shoes, plastic combs and pocket mirrors. The diverse languages and accents heard on the streets reveal the backgrounds of its residents - many of whom are from neighbouring countries such as Congo, Tanzania and some from as far off as Senegal.
“It’s an easy life here,” I was told by guide Claude on my tour of the neighbourhood. “A rich man or a poor man, they can all live here because there are prices for everyone.”
J’ai été informé que les logements commencent aussi bas que 5.000 FRW (7 USD) par mois. Claude, mon guide, vit également dans le quartier. Après avoir déménagé du Congo au Rwanda et à Nyamirambo étant enfant, il s’identifie par tous les aspects du quartier grâce à ses origines moitié congolaises chrétiennes et moitié Rwandaise musulmane. Il dirige une petite bibliothèque et il guide les touristes ainsi que les visiteurs autour de Nyamirambo, en plus de s’endetter pour les bonbons de presque tous les enfants de l’arrondissement !
Indeed the prices are for everyone. Rwf 200 (around US 30 cents) gets you on a bus from the city centre. Rwf 300 (US 45 cents) gets you a King’s breakfast of sweet tea and chapati, a bowl of beans and a lemon wedge.
L’innitative de tour de Nyamirambo a été créée par les membres du Centre pour les femmes de Nyamirambo. Il est géré entièrement par les habitants locaux tels que Claude et fournit des revenus supplémentaires pour le centre et ceux que le centre soutient.
The latest news in the neighbourhood comes free of charge, delivered to you by passers by who all seem to know each other or who want to get to know you. I was told that rented accommodation can go for as low as Rwf 5,000 (US $7) per month.
Avant ma longue tournée de deux heures autour de Nyamirambo, j’ai eu une breve introduction sur l’histoire du dit Centre. Créé en 2007 par dix-huit femmes locales avec le soutien de l’Institut de la paix, le centre voulait relever les défis auxquels faisaient face les femmes au Rwanda, notamment le manque d’accès à l’éducation aussi de qualifications professionnelles génératrice de revenus.
Claude, my guide, is also part of the local fabric. Having moved to Rwanda and Nyamirambo from Congo as a child, he identifies with all aspects of the neighbourhood thanks to his half Congolese Christian, half Rwandan Muslim background. Besides racking up debts for sweets from almost all the children in the area, he runs a small library and guides tourists and visitors on the Nyamirambo Walking Tour.
Au centre, les femmes bénéficient de formations professionnelles telle que la cuisine, la couture et le tissage. Elles apprennent également les langues et les bases de l’informatique. Leur artisanat unique et les vêtements sur mesure sont vendus à la boutique de cadeaux du centre sous un projet appelé « Umutima », ce qui signifie « cœur » en Kinyarwanda, la langue locale du Rwanda. Après avoir quitté le Centre des femmes, la visite s’est poursuivit à travers le marché de Biryogo et sur la route principale menant vers le centre de Kigali. C’est là que j’ai pu visiter les diverses entreprises dirigées principalement par des femmes locales. Claude m’a raconté l’histoire du quartier, de ses nombreuses mosquées communautaires et les habitudes de ses habitants. Je suis arrivé à interagir avec eux et à en savoir plus sur les vendeurs de légumes, les tailleurs, les fabricants de chaussures, les coiffeurs et les vanniers dont les étals et boutiques longent les routes en terre étroites jusqu’au fond de Nyamirambo. Ceux que j’ai visité m’ont montré comment choisir et peser l’Isombe (feuilles de manioc), ils m’ont innitiés au processus de fabrication de
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la farine de manioc en plus de me faire goûter à leurs produits frits vendus dans leurs petits kiosques sur le côté de la route. Pour 15.000 FRW (20 USD), j’ai eu la chance de vivre une expérience au sein même du quotidien de Nyamirambo et d’en savoir plus sur la vie de ses habitants. Cette promenade est une excellente façon d’entrevoir une autre facette du Rwanda – loin des gratte-ciel brillants et les feux chronométrés et plus proche de la culture quotidienne et de la diversité du pays des mille Collines. Pour en savoir plus sur la visite à pied de Nyamirambo, visitez www.nwc-kigali.org. Left: The best pilau in Kigali can be found in Nyamirambo.
The walking tour was created by members of the Nyamirambo Women’s Centre. It is managed entirely by locals like Claude and provides additional income for the centre and those it supports. Before my two-hour long tour of Nyamirambo, I was first let in on the history of the Women’s Centre. Established in 2007 by eighteen local women, with the support of The Peace Institute, the centre seeks to address challenges faced by women in Rwanda including a lack of access to education and income generating skills. At the centre, women are trained in vocational skills such as cooking, sewing and weaving and are also taught languages and basic computer skills. Their brightly coloured and unique handcrafts and tailored clothes are sold at the centre’s gift shop under a project called ‘Umutima’, meaning ‘Heart’ in Rwanda’s local language, Kinyarwanda.
Those I visited showed me how to pick and pound Isombe (cassava leaves), taught me about the process of making cassava flour from dried cassava roots and let me taste their fried goods sold in their small multi-purpose kiosks and stalls on the side of the road.
Inset: CineStar is one of the first cinemas in Kigali.
For Rwf 15,000 (US $20) I had a first hand experience of the buzz that is Nyamirambo and got to learn about the lives of its local residents. The walking tour is a great way to see another side of Rwanda – away from the shiny skyscrapers and timed traffic lights and closer to the everyday culture and diversity of this vibrant country. To learn more about the Nyamirambo Walking Tour, visit www.nwc-kigali.org.
After departing the Women’s Centre, the tour took me through the Biryogo market and back onto the main road heading towards the centre of Kigali. It was here that I was able to visit the diverse businesses run mainly by local women. Claude schooled me on the history of the neighbourhood, its many community built mosques and the habits of the locals. I got to interact with and learn about the local vegetable vendors, tailors, shoe makers, hair dressers and basket weavers, whose stalls and shops line the narrow dirt roads deep within Nyamirambo.
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GHOSTLY VISION… DISTORTED VISION…
MULTIPLE VISION… These are some of the complaints that patients with Keratoconus have.
image of the cornea that enables the Ophthalmologists to design the treatment plan according to the corneal status.
Keratoconus is a condition that changes the shape of cornea, the transparent structure at the front of the eye that covers the black (or brown or blue in some populations) part.
The management of Keratoconus depends on the severity of the condition. Conservatively, the first option for management is the use of glasses. This does not correct the problem but allows the patient to have useful vision upto a certain extent. When glasses fail, the next step is to use rigid gas permeable contact lenses which provide better vision than glasses.
The sign that might alert you is a frequent change of the power of glasses to keep up with the deterioration of the quality of the vision. This article tries to answer some of the queries and highlight the latest options in Keratoconus management. Keratoconus is a progressive, non-inflammatory eye disease that causes a conical deformity of the cornea, characterized by corneal thinning and protrusion. Keratoconus usually starts in early teens and progresses rapidly until the patient reaches his / her late-thirties or early forties. The main factors are genetic and environmental.
There are other treatment modalities that are used to change the physical properties of the cornea itself. New technological advances have added new dimensions to Keratoconus Management. Riboflavin Cornea Cross-linking (C3R) is a new treatment modality that aims at stopping the progression of Keratoconus. This technique induces the formation of new chemical bonds between collagen fibers that help to strengthen the corneal structure. The other method is the insertion of arc shaped inserts into tunnel created inside the corneal tissue causing the flattening of the cornea and improvement of vision. In advanced cases, corneal transplantation (Penetrating Keratoplasty), a surgical procedure to replace totally or partially the affected cornea with donated tissue is considered.
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Diagnosis includes evaluation of the health of cornea in different ways: - Corneal curvature, thickness, steepness, in short creating a personalized corneal mapping. Currently, the most accurate and comprehensive way to do is Corneal Topography / Tomography which creates a 3 dimensional
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Vision in Mild Keratoconus
The good news is that Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital jointly with Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology is a fullyequipped with latest diagnostic equipments and novel eye care services. The centre is now renown in the African Great Lakes region for offering state-of-the-art services for Keratoconus patients as well as other eye care services…because Vision is Life.
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Building wealth through capital markets By Daniel Nzohabonimana
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Africa is turning to capital markets to boost economic growth and finance development. The approach is creating a new generation of money makers who are using the stock market to pursue their dreams.
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apital markets are used for the buying and selling of equity and debt instruments. They channel savings and investments between suppliers of capital Connect with such as retail investors business in (individuals) and institutional investors (banks 14 countries and hedges funds), and users of capital like businesses, governments and citizens. Capital markets are vital for the functioning of an economy. Two decades ago, there were only six stocks exchanges in Sub-Saharan Africa, including the well-established Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Today there are more than 23 national and two regional stock exchanges operating across the continent, according to The African Business Review. The slow pace of Africa’s economic development has been attributed in part to the lack of functioning capital markets that provide funds for business growth. Fortunately the situation is changing and over the last two decades the continent has witnessed rapid growth in the number of stock exchanges. However, there are still challenges that slow capital markets from moving to the next level of rapid and sustained growth. Only a few of them – most notably the Johannesburg Stock Exchange – are active and well developed. With the exception of Nigeria and South Africa, Africa’s stock market capitalisation remains low and most sub-Saharan stock exchanges have a relatively low number of listed companies. For instance, in 2013 there were only around 2000 listed companies across Africa. Despite these challenges, Africa’s economic growth has the potential to be boosted by vibrant capital markets. Economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa was 5% in 2013 and average growth is projected to accelerate up to 6% in 2015. This will return the continent to pre Global Financial Crisis growth rates and stock markets across Africa have an important role in making the most of this growth.
During 2015, analysts predict a busy schedule for capital markets as more African companies than ever before are expected to go public at what could be the fastest ever rate. Thirty initial public offerings (IPOs) by African companies are already in the pipeline according to research by global law firm Baker & McKenzie. There were 24 IPOs by African companies in 2014, raising a total of just over US $2 billion. The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is playing a vital role in promoting African capital markets and building well functioning and active stock exchanges. In partnership with the Government of Rwanda, IFC recently co-hosted a high-level international conference called ‘Capital Markets East Africa 2015: Accelerating Economic Development’ in Kigali. The conference brought together 300 global and regional experts, regulators, law firms, issuers and rating agencies to discuss issues affecting the development of African capital markets, especially in East Africa. In his opening remarks to delegates, President Paul Kagame said that the business sense in developing capital markets is self-evident: “They mobilise savings for productive investments while the price discovery mechanisms make the economy more efficient, dynamic and transparent,” he said. “Even though capital markets seem to be about money, ultimately they are about people. In working to prioritise capital market development, we are opening a new chapter in our story of liberation, by addressing the deeper structural deficiencies that have kept Africa at the margins of the world economy,” President Kagame said. During the conference, Jingdong Hua, IFC Vice President and Treasurer, announced the placement of a 3.5 billion Rwandan franc bond (US $5 million) with offshore international investors. The bond is the first Rwandan Franc offering to be placed offshore and is set to increase foreign investment in Rwanda.
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“I am very happy with the transaction because it paves the way for the Rwandan Franc to become an offshore investment currency,” said Mr Hua. In 2014, IFC sold its first Rwandan Franc bond, raising the equivalent of US $22 million after receiving bids worth more than that amount from foreign institutions, showing a strong appetite for African local currency bonds. The five-year bond was dubbed “Umuganda”, referring to the land of a thousands hill’s day of community service held once a month. Umuganda means ‘coming together in common purpose’ in Rwanda’s language, Kinyarwanda. The bond was issued at a yield of 12.25% and was the first placement by a non-resident issuer in Rwanda’s domestic capital markets and was IFC’s first local currency bond in East Africa. During the Kigali conference, global experts commended the Rwanda Stock Exchange (RSE) for how much it has achieved since it was launched in December 2012. Though it is one of the youngest markets on the continent, RSE is equipped with the latest technology and has harmonised its laws and regulations with international standards. Experts tipped that for the Rwanda Stock Exchange to be vibrant, it must have the backing of a strong economy. Ted H. Chu, IFC’s Chief Economist, said that healthy growth in the stock market requires local enterprises growing at strong and consistent rates. He noted that capital markets and the economy are conversely related and that a singleminded focus on capital markets is not enough. “If capital markets cannot provide the necessary funding and means for channelling savings into enterprises then they will have a hard time expanding,” he said. The IFC Chief Economist said that it is important for African economies to identify critical industries. Capital markets can then play a leading role to raise and channel resources to develop these strategic industries. Experts added that capital markets are a great opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to raise capital for expansion. Nerina Visser, a South African based consultant at Exchange Traded Fund, noted that SMEs provide investment opportunities for foreign investors who might be interested in trading shares and participating in the wealth creation process that the stock market provides. SMEs were encouraged to come to the table with wellconstructed business plans. Salomon Asamoah, Vice President of the African Development Bank, said that there is no lack of capital to be invested in Africa. “The problem is having bankable projects,” he said. In order to benefit from the stock market, African countries need to answer two key questions: ‘What are the critical industries that need to be developed?’ and ‘What is Africa’s comparative advantage in the global economy?’ By answering these, the huge potential of the continent’s stock markets can be tapped, reducing dependence on aid and allowing Africa to draw on its own resources to finance development.
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Construire une économie grâce aux marchés des capitaux Par Daniel Nzohabonimana
L’Afrique est en train de se convertir aux marchés des capitaux pour stimuler la croissance économique et le développement des finances. L’approche en est la création d’entrepreneurs qui sont entrain d’utiliser le marché des capitaux pour poursuivre leurs rêves. Les marchés des capitaux sont utilisés pour l’achat et la vente d’instruments de capitaux propres et de dettes. Ils canalisent l’épargne et les investissements entre les fournisseurs de capitaux tels que les investisseurs individuels et institutions (banques et autres fonds), et les utilisateurs de capitaux tels que les affaires, les gouvernements et les citoyens. Les marchés de capitaux sont vitaux pour le fonctionnement d’une économie. FR
Il y a deux décennies, il n’y avait que six bourses dans l’Afrique subsaharienne, y compris la prestigieuse bourse de Johannesburg. Aujourd’hui il y a plus de 23 nationaux et deux bourses régionales opérant sur le continent, selon ‘’The African Business Review.’’ La lenteur du développement économique de l’Afrique a été attribuée en partie à l’absence de fonctionnement des marchés de capitaux qui fournissent des fonds pour la croissance des entreprises. Heureusement, la situation est en train de changer et au cours des deux dernières décennies, le continent a connu une croissance rapide du nombre des bourses Cependant, on retrouve encore des défis qui ralentissent les marchés de capitaux de passer à l’étape suivante de croissance rapide et soutenue. Seuls quelques-uns d’entre eux, notamment la Bourse de Johannesburg sont actifs et bien développés. A l’exception du Nigéria
et l’Afrique du Sud, la capitalisation boursière reste faible et la plupart des places boursières subsaharienne ont un nombre relativement faible de sociétés cotées. Par exemple, en 2013, il y avait seulement environ 2000 sociétés cotées dans l’ensemble de l’Afrique. Malgré ces défis, la croissance économique de l’Afrique a le potentiel d’etre stimulée par des marchés de capitaux très actifs. La croissance économique en Afrique Sub-Sahelienne était de 5% en 2013 et la croissance moyenne est sensée augmenter jusqu’à 6% en 2015. Ceci ramènera le continent aux taux de croissance d’avant la Crise Financière Mondiale et les marchés boursiers à travers l’Afrique ont un rôle important à jouer pour tirer le meilleur parti de cette croissance. Au cours de l’année 2015, des analystes prévoient un calendrier chargé pour les marchés de capitaux car des compagnies africaines plus nombreuses que jamais , le secteur public s’emparent de la gestion à un rythme qui pourrait etre la pus rapide jamais concue. Trentepremiers appels d’offres publiques initiales faites par des compagnies africaines sont déjà en perspectives selon une étude réalisée par la compagnie de droit international Baker & McKenzie. Il y avait 24 offres publiques initiales faites par des compagnies africaines en 2014, amassant un montant total d’un peu plus de 2 milliards de dollars.
La Corporation Internationale des Finances est en train de jouer un rôle vital dans la promotion des marchés de capitaux africains et dans la mise sur pied des marchés d’actions qui fonctionnent bien et qui sont actifs. En partenariat avec le Gouvernement du Rwanda, la Corporation Internationale de Finance a récemment accueilli une conférence internationale de haut niveau appelée « Marchés de Capitaux Afrique de l’Est 2015 : Accélérer le Développement Economique » à Kigali. La conférence a réuni 300 experts internationaux et régionaux, des régulateurs, des compagnies juridiques, Les émetteurs des agences de notation pour discuter des questions affectant le développement des marchés de capitaux africains, spécialement en Afrique de l’Est. Dans son mot d’ouverture, le Président Paul Kagame a dit que le sens des affaires dans les marches de capitaux en développement est évident: “Ils mobilisent l’épargne pour des investissements productifs tandis que les mécanismes de découverte des prix rendent l’économie plus efficiente, dynamique et transparente “Même si les marchés de capitaux semblent concerner l’argent, ils concernent les peuples. En travaillant au développement des marchés de capitaux en priorité, nous sommes entrain d’ouvrir un nouveau chapitre dans notre histoire de libération, en traitant les déficiences structurelles les plus profondes qui ont maintenue l’Afrique aux confins de l’économie du monde, » a poursuivit le Président Paul Kagame. Au cours de la conférence, Jingdong Hua, Vice-président et Trésorier de la Corporation Internationale de Finance a annoncé le placement de 3,5 billions de Francs Rwandais (5 millions de dollars américains) en obligations confiés à des investisseurs internationaux offshore. L’obligation est la toute première offre en Francs Rwandais à être placée offshore et est destinée à accroître l’investissement étranger au Rwanda. “Je suis très content de la transaction parce que elle pave le chemin pour que le Franc Rwandais devienne une devise dans l’investissement offshore,” a dit Mr Hua. En 2014, la Corporation Internationale de Finance a vendu sa première obligation en Francs Rwandais, et a recueilli l’équivalent de 22 millions de dollars américains après la réception des soumissions d’une valeur supérieures a ce montant de la part des institutions étrangères, démontrant un fort appétit pour les obligations en monnaie locale en Afrique locales. L’emprunt obligataire de cinq ans a reçu le label « Umuganda », en référence au jour du service communautaire dans le pays des milles collines tenu une fois par mois. Umuganda signifie « se mettre ensemble dans un but commun » dans la langue du Rwanda, le Kinyarwanda. L’obligation a été émise pour rapporter 12,25% et était le premier placement opéré par un émetteur non résident dans des marchés de capitaux nationaux du Rwanda et était la première obligation en monnaie locale de la Corporation Internationale de Finance en Afrique de l’Est. Au cours de la Conférence de Kigali, des experts mondiaux ont félicité la Bourse du Rwanda pour ce qu’il a réalisé depuis qu’il a été lancé en décembre 2012. Si elle est l’un des marchés les plus jeunes sur le continent, la Bourse du Rwanda, est équipé de la dernière technologie et a harmonisé ses lois et règlements avec les normes internationales
Des experts ont suggéré que le Marché des Capitaux du Rwanda doit être soutenu par une économie solide pour devenir dynamique. Ted H. Chu, Economiste en Chef de la Corporation International de la Finance a dit qu’une croissance saine sur le Marché des Capitaux exige que les entreprises locales atteignent des taux de croissance forts et consistants. Il a constaté que les marchés des capitaux et l’économie évoluent dans le même sens et qu’une vue focalisée seulement sur les marchés des capitaux n’est pas complète. « si les marchés des capitaux ne peuvent pas fournir les fonds et les moyens nécessaires pour canaliser l’épargne vers des entreprises, alors ils auront du mal à se développer », a-t-il dit. L’économiste en Chef de la Corporation Internationale de la Finance a dit qu’il est important que les économies africaines identifient les industries stratégiques. Les marchés des capitaux peuvent dès lors jouer un rôle important en collectant les ressources et en les canalisant vers le développement de ces entreprises. Les Experts ont ajouté que les marchés de capitaux sont une excellente occasion pour les petites et moyennes entreprises (PME) de réunir des capitaux pour leur expansion. Nerina Visser, consultant basé en Afrique du Sud au service au fonds negociés en bourse, a noté que les investisseurs au niveau des PMEs seraient intéressés par le processus que le marché boursier offre. Les PMEs ont été encouragés à venir sur la table de discussion avec des plans d’affaires bien conçus. Salomon Asamoah, Viceprésident de la Banque Africaine de Développement, a dit qu’il n’y a pas de manque de capitaux pour investir en Afrique. « le problème est qu’il faut trouver des projets bancables », a-t-il dit. Afin de bénéficier du marché des capitaux les pays africains doivent répondre à deux questions-clé: “Quels sont les entreprises stratégiques qui doivent être développées ? et ‘’Quelle est, toutes proportions gardées, l’avantage de l’Afrique au niveau de l’économie mondiale ?’’ En répondant à ces questions, le large potentiel des marchés des capitaux peut être puisé, réduisant ainsi la dépendance sur l’aide et permettant à l’Afrique de puiser dans ses propres ressources pour financer le développement.
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Riding High atop Mt. Kigali
TRAVEL ADVENTURE
A short drive from the centre of Rwanda’s capital lies the country’s premiere horse riding centre. While close to town, it’s a world away as you canter through the forests of Mt. Kigali. By David Toovey
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hen visiting the land of a thousand hills, horse riding might not be high on your tourist to-do list. The country, which for many years had no single horse, is not known for its equestrian prowess. But a new horse riding centre in Kigali is trying to change that. Located on Mt. Kigali, Fazenda Sengha welcomes all levels of riders to enjoy private classes and trail rides across rolling hills and through lush green forests.
The riding centre is the dream of a group of families living in Kigali who wanted to expand the city’s activities and provide a space for others to enjoy time with loved ones. Their vision is to create an environmentally friendly facility where friends and family can gather to learn about horsemanship and enjoy the outdoors. The first thing you notice when you reach Fazenda is the view – a 180-degree panorama from the north of the country, through to the west and down to the south. It’s a spectacular sight that alone makes the journey up the
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bumpy road worth all the while. From the terrace, you can look over the riding arena, across to the horse yards and down to the trampoline – a favourite for young kids. Some of the other activities offered at the centre include archery, as well as a barbecue where you can cook your own fresh food and create a delicious meal. The centre is managed by David Ekuta, a Kenyan with a decade of experience on the equestrian circuit in his home country. He brings a wealth of knowledge about horsemanship and has been sharing this with the team at Fazenda. David greets you with a broad smile, instantly making you feel at ease. After assessing your level of experience, and nerves, it’s time to saddle up.
the trees, or even on the road ahead, as curious vervet monkeys scurry past. If you’re feeling brave, David will suggest a short trot. It’s sure to get your heart pumping and will guarantee a sore bottom at the end of the ride. As we turn the corner, we come across a magnificent view of Kigali – from the tall downtown skyscrapers all the way around to Mt. Rebero. It’s here that experienced riders have the opportunity to take things up a notch. For those who are comfortable and confident, David leads a nicepaced canter that sees you zoom past fields of sorghum and beans ready for harvest and goats that quickly dash out of sight. Don’t be surprised if local residents pop their heads out and wave a friendly hello.
Fazenda has four horses – Zorro, Happy Hour, Sonyador and Bombax – and each has their own unique personality. Sonyador and Bombax are spirited half-sibling ponies, Zorro is a big-hearted gelding and Happy Hour is a
The rest of the journey is a casual stroll back to the ranch. It’s a perfect way to end the ride, giving you the chance to soak in the sights, smells and sounds of Mt. Kigali while your mount leads the way. As you make your way back to Fazenda, keep an eye out for the resident donkeys keen to spot their friend’s return.
gentle giant, content with taking life in the slow lane. The horses are suitable for all levels of rider, from beginner to advanced. Private lessons in the arena and trail rides through the hills of Mt. Kigali both last one hour, but the trail ride is where you’ll have the most fun.
It’s not until you dismount that you realise just how much of a workout horse riding can be. Make sure you take some water with you to rehydrate after an hour under the Rwandan sun. And don’t be afraid to book a massage for the evening – chances are you’ll need it.
After adjusting your helmet and stirrups, it’s time to set off. We begin but traversing through the back of the property, meandering past a small banana plantation, before coming to the western edge of the mountain. The view of Rwanda’s largest river, Nyabaronogo, is second to none. From your trusty steed, you can see the waterway snake through wetlands and valleys.
Fazenda Sengha is open from 9am-7pm every day of the week except Tuesdays. The stables are not open to the general public, so you must schedule a lesson or trail ride before arriving. Be sure to wear long pants and boots for your ride. The centre will provide helmets and half-chaps if needed. In creating Fazenda, a group of people committed to horsemanship and the environment are changing the future of horse riding in Rwanda. So, what are you waiting for? Saddle up and join the journey!
After following a hoof-made path, we reach a flower lined road that takes you south through a forest of pine and past avocado trees with fruit so ripe its falling off the branches. Be sure to keep a look out for any movement high in
For more information about Fazenda Sengha, visit www.sengha.com.
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Golden moments happen all the time on a trip through Rwanda. This is a the highly endangered Golden Monkey, only found on the same slopes as Rwanda’s other popular primates – the Mountain Gorilla. Rwanda is remarkable not just because of its wildlife, but also due to the amazing birds, breathtaking and varied scenery, plus its unique culture and fascinating history. Rwanda also provides an uplifting view of Africa’s potential future. Plan your remarkable journey full of golden moments.
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Kanga: An East African fabric to wear with a smile
EAST AFRICA'S FABRIC
Africa is awash with brightly coloured fabrics painted with a dizzying array of patterns and motifs. In East Africa, and especially in Tanzania, there is no denying that Kanga is king. By Daniel Nzohabonimana
Colourful Kanga Now let’s come back to Kanga or Khanga, a Kiswahili word that means to wrap or close. It is a colourful garment similar to Kitenge and is worn by women and occasionally by men throughout the Great Lakes region. The rectangular piece of fabric comes in a huge variety of patterns, motifs and colours. Kanga are usually bought and worn as a pair called a “doti”. In the East African mosaic of life, kanga is ever present and women wear the garments around their hips, wrapped around their heads or use them as a cover. The garments are also used to carry babies as they are wrapped against the backs of their mothers.
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hen you land in Dar es Salaam or any other city in East and Central Africa, you will immediately notice many people, especially women, wearing patterned fabrics with elaborate designs and bright colours. Called Kanga in Kiswahili, the material has become an important part of the culture and life across the region. This passion for fabric is shared by people from all corners of Africa. As you explore the continent, you’ll find many types of African fabrics and clothes preferred by men and women. What is commonly known as “African fabric” goes by a multitude of names and isn’t necessarily wholly African. As a result, the development of African print fabric has been referred to as “the result of a long historical process of imitation and mimicry”. Ankara or Dutch wax fabric is a type of fabric that spread like wildfire all over Africa. The lightweight fabric with endless colours and patterns was originally manufactured by the Dutch for the Indonesian market and later found its way to West Africa where it became popular. The list of preferred fabrics is long and can include Batik, Kente and Mudcloth among others. How they all found their way into African fashion and became popular remains a subject of debate. Asoke is another type of fabric worn by the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The durable and luxurious fabric is worn for special occasions such as religious ceremonies and weddings.
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If you want to delight an East African lady, Kanga is considered the perfect gift. Men give Kanga to their wives for special occasions and children offer them to their mothers. Kanga are also used to express friendships when women split a pair with their best friend. In Zanzibar, they use the red and black Kanga to wrap a bride in on her wedding day.
The Great Lakes’ Most Popular Fabric Kanga are thought to have originated from the coast of East Africa in the mid 19th century. Researchers attribute the origin of Kanga to stylish women from Zanzibar who had the idea of buying printed kerchiefs in different lengths. They then manipulated the kerchiefs by sewing them together to form their own unique designs. The new design was called“Leso”after the kerchiefs squares that had originally been brought to Africa by Portuguese traders. The Leso immediately gained popularity over other types of available cloth. Shopkeepers from the coast embraced the new fabric and began to stock various designs. It is thought that the early designs had a border and a pattern of white spots on a dark background. Men who used to buy them for women named these cloths ”Kanga”, after the noisy and sociable guinea-fowl with its elegant spotty plumage.
Material with a Message Compared to other types of fabric found across Africa, Kanga are unique in that apart from being popular garments they are also used to communicate. Today Kanga have become an important tool to mobilise people in East Africa through printed messages. In the western world, messages are often printed on t-shits to convey information to a larger audience. Kanga have played the same role in East Africa whereby slogans of political parties are printed on them o gain support at the pollswomen at the polls. Kanga have also been used to mobilise people in public health campaigns as well as create awareness about development programmes. Many believe that the power of Kanga in Swahili culture is so great because when words are difficult to articulate by speaking them, they can be inscribed on Kanga and easily make a difference in the community by influencing hearts and minds.
A Piece of East Africa to Take Home Kanga is a garment that has also gained popularity around the world. When Lotta Gillving from Sweden was looking for clothes in natural material for her son in Zanzibar back in 2004, she did not find what she was looking for. She instead decided to design her own using Kanga and it became an instant success among her friends. She went on to start Kanga Kabisa, a company that today designs, manufactures and sells clothes in the Kanga style all over the world. 42 | FLY OUR DREAM TO THE HEART OF AFRICA
Above A young man on the look out for Kanga customers. Below Kanga comes in a wide variety of colours and styles.
When you visit Dar es Salaam and wonder what kind of gifts to take back home, you can’t miss the Kanga, long considered the number one souvenir by Tanzanians. The best selection of Kanga to choose from can be found in downtown Uhuru Street where they are sold in a wide range of patterns and colours. Keep in mind that Kanga are used to communicate a message through the writings in Kiswahili so be sure to ask about the meaning and choose one that appeals to you.
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L’Afrique est remplie de tissus aux couleurs vives peintes d’un nombre vertigineux de motifs. En Afrique de l’est et surtout en Tanzanie, il est indéniable que le Kanga est le roi. Par Daniel Nzohabonimana
Lorsque vous atterrissez à Dar es-Salaam ou toute autre ville en Afrique orientale et centrale, vous remarquerez immédiatement beaucoup de gens, en particulier des femmes, portant des tissus à motifs élaborés et de couleurs vives. Appelé le Kanga en Kiswahili, le tissu est devenu un élément important de la culture et de la vie dans toute la région. Cette passion pour le tissu est partagée par des gens des quatre coins de l’Afrique. FR
Pendant que vous explorez le continent, vous trouverez de nombreux types de tissus africains et de vêtements préférés par les hommes et les femmes. Ce qui est communément connu comme « Tissu africain » possède une multitude de noms et pas nécessairement d’origine africaine. Ainsi, on se réfère à l’évolution des tissus africains comme « le résultat d’un long processus historique d’imitation et mimétisme ». L’Ankara ou le tissu wax hollandais est un type de tissu qui s’est répandu tel un feu de forêt dans toute l’Afrique. Le tissu léger avec une infinité de couleurs et de motifs a été, à l’origine, construit par les Hollandais pour le marché indonésien et plus tard a su trouver son chemin vers l’Afrique de l’ouest où il y est devenu populaire. La liste des tissus favoris est longue et peut inclure entre autres : le Batik, le Kente et le Mudcloth. Comment ils se sont tous retrouvés dans la mode africaine et sont tous devenus populaires, ceci reste un sujet de débat. L’Asoke est un autre type de tissu porté par le peuple Yoruba du Nigeria. Le luxurieux tissu est porté pour des occasions spéciales telles que les cérémonies religieuses ainsi que les mariages.
Le Kanga coloré
Maintenant revenons au Kanga ou Khanga, un mot swahili qui signifie envelopper ou couvrir. C’est un vêtement coloré semblable au Kitenge et est
porté par les femmes et parfois par des hommes à travers la région des grands lacs. Le morceau de tissu rectangulaire vient dans une grande variété de modèles, de motifs et de couleurs. Le tissu Kanga est généralement acheté et porté en paire appelée un « doti ». Dans la mosaïque d’Afrique de l’est, le kanga est toujours présent et les femmes portent le vêtement autour de leurs hanches, enroulées autour de la tête ou l’utilisent comme une couverture. La pièce de tissu est également utilisée pour porter les bébés en les enrobant sur le dos de leurs mères. Si vous souhaitez ravir une dame en Afrique de l’est, le Kanga est considéré comme le cadeau parfait. Les hommes offrent le Kanga à leurs épouses pour des occasions spéciales et les enfants les offrent à leur mère. Le Kanga est également utilisés pour exprimer l’amitié lorsque deux femmes partagent une paire avec leur meilleure amie. À Zanzibar, ils utilisent le Kanga rouge et noir pour couvrir une fiancée le jour de son mariage.
Tissu le plus populaire de la region des Grand Lacs
Selon certain, le Kanga est originaire de la côte de l’Afrique de l’est vers le milieu du XIXe siècle. Les chercheurs attribuent l’origine des Kanga aux femmes élégantes de Zanzibar qui eurent l’idée d’acheter des mouchoirs imprimés dans différentes longueurs. Elles les ont arrangés puis assemblés en les cousant ensemble pour former une conceptions uniques. Le nouveau design a été appelé « Leso » après les carrés de mouchoirs qui avaient été initialement emmenés en Afrique par des marchands portugais. Le Leso gagna immédiatement en popularité au désarroi des autres types de tissu disponible. Les commerçants de la côte embrassèrent le nouveau tissu et commencèrent à garder divers modèles en stock. On pense que les premiers modèles ont une bordure et des motifs blancs sur un fond sombre. Les hommes qui achetèrent les tissu pour leurs femmes ont nommé ces vêtements « Kanga », en l’honneur de la bruyante et sociable pintade avec son élégant plumage tacheté.
Un tissu avec un Message
Par rapport à d’autres types de tissu trouvé dans toute l’Afrique, le Kanga est uniques, car en plus d’être très populaires, il est également utilisé pour communiquer. Aujourd’hui le Kanga est devenus un outil important pour mobiliser les gens en Afrique de l’est par le biais de messages imprimés souvents des proverbes du genre « ajuwaye mengi, hasemi mingi ». (Celui qui sais le plus parle le moin) Dans le monde occidental, les messages sont souvent imprimés sur des t-shirts pour transmettre les informations à un public plus large. Les Kanga ont joué le même rôle en Afrique orientale, par lequel les slogans des partis politiques sont imprimés sur eux pour obtenir le soutien des femmes dans les urnes. Les Kanga ont également été utilisés pour mobiliser les gens lors les campagnes de santé publique mais aussi afin sensibiliser le public sur les programmes de développement. Beaucoup croient que la puissance des Kanga dans la culture Swahili est si grande que lorsque les mots sont difficiles à articuler, ils peuvent s’inscrire sur les Kanga et facilement faire une différence dans la communauté en influençant les cœurs et les esprits.
Un morceau de l’Afrique de l’est à la maison
Le Kanga est un vêtement qui a également gagné en popularité dans le monde entier. Lorsque Lotta Gillving, de Suède, était à la recherche de vêtements en matières naturelles pour son fils, à Zanzibar, en 2004, elle n’a pas trouvé ce qu’elle cherchait. Au lieu de cela, elle décida d’en coudre un à l’aide du Kanga. Le succès fut instantané parmi ses amis. Elle a ensuite commencé Kanga Kabisa, une entreprise qui, aujourd’hui, conçoit, fabrique et vend des vêtements dans le style Kanga partout dans le monde. Lorsque vous visitez de Dar es-Salaam et vous demandez quel genre de cadeaux ramener à la maison, vous ne pouvez pas manquer le Kanga, longtemps considéré comme le numéro un des souvenirs par les tanzaniens. On trouvera la meilleure sélection de Kanga au choix dans le centre-ville sur la rue Uhuru, où ils sont vendus dans un large éventail de modèles et de couleurs. Gardez à l’esprit que les Kanga servent à communiquer un message à travers les inscriptions en Kiswahili donc n’oubliez pas de demander à propos de la signification et de choisir celui qui vous plaît un message d’amour ou un avertissement, ou simplement une leçon de la vie.
Quelques messages retrouvés sur les Kanga
• Hatagaye na juwa hu juwa (celui qui se promène au soleil sait) • Hakiba haiozi (l’économie n’est jamais perdue) • Aceni wivu (sépare toi de la jalousie)
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Incredible
Imigongo A traditional Rwandan art form uses cow dung to create unique and striking sculpture paintings that add a modern touch to any home. By Daniel Nzohabonimana
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n ancient Rwandan culture, the cow was an important part of daily life. This remains true today. Because of its significance in society, the word cow, or variations of it, found their way into the local Kinyarwanda language vocabulary. The word cow is now used for a wide range of meanings, including greetings, exclamations, swear words and terms of endearment. For instance, when greeting someone you can say “amashyo”, which literally translates to “a herd of cows”. The other person then replies “amashongore”, meaning “a lot of female cows”. Remember, the latter provide milk and are economically valuable because they give birth and multiply the herd. If someone wants to wish you riches while greeting you, the person says: “Gira inka”, meaning: “May you have cows”. Thus the cow has a high social, cultural and economic value in Rwanda. In all societies, an artist’s expression reflects the society they live in. In Rwanda, women from Kibungo (located in South-East Rwanda near Tanzania) built on the value ascribed to cows and developed art from cow dung.
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The Imigongo art form is a unique piece of Rwandan culture that draws on the society’s reverence for cows. In using what might at first seem like the strangest of materials, Rwanda’s Imigongo artists create exquisite masterpieces that add the perfect touch to any home.
Known as Imigongo, this unique sculpture and paint form of creation was first recorded in the 18th century. Cow dung was mainly used in agriculture as manure but imaginative women thought that it could also be used to make art objects to decorate the walls of their huts. The Imigongo art form emerged during the reign of Kimenyi, the king of Gisaka. Though women traditionally craft the art, oral history attributes its invention to prince Kakira, the son of the king of Gisaka.
country’s Eastern Province near Kirehe district, where the art originates from, revived this uniquely Rwandan art form. Cooperatives of women artists are now making a living from the Imigongo paintings they make. Today, Imigongo painting are sold in arts and crafts shops in Kigali and elsewhere across the country. If you want to purchase Imigongo paintings as well as learn more about its history and how they are made, travel to Kaziba Village, Kirehe District in Eastern Rwanda. The journey can be included in your safari itinerary when you visit Akagera National Park. In Kaziba, you can meet women artists and experience a live demonstration of how they make the crafts. You can even help to make an Imigonogo painting to take back home by joining a sculpting and painting lesson. The Ikora Imigongo Kirehe (KOIIK) cooperative welcomes visitors and provides fascinating descriptions of the different designs they make and the meanings behind them. The Imigongo art form is a unique piece of Rwandan culture that draws on the society’s reverence for cows. In using what might at first seem like the strangest of materials, Rwanda’s Imigongo artists create exquisite masterpieces that add the perfect touch to any home.
UNIQUE ART Imigongo paintings are now a unique art form popular in contemporary Rwanda. They were originally used to brighten the inside of huts but nowadays you will find them hanging on the walls of restaurants, offices and as photo and mirror frames among other interesting uses. Imigongo paintings are often black, white, and red. They feature a wide range of designs crafted from the cow dung, which is applied to wooden plates and left to harden, forming the structure and relief of the paintings. Popular themes of Imigongo paintings include spiral and geometric designs that are painted on walls, pottery and canvas. The paints used to create the striking contrasts traditionally derive from soil, kaolin, sap and banana peels. In the past, the red colour was made from natural soil, the white from kaolin and the black from the sap of an aloe plant mixed with the ash of bananas peels. The light orange colour sometimes used was created from clay soil.
Creating an Imigongo painting requires a steady hand and great attention to detail.
In the aftermath of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, the skills and experience in creating Imigongo almost disappeared. Fortunately, a group of women in the
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Ces incroyables
imigongo
Une forme d’art traditionnel utilisant la bouse de vache pour créer des peintures en relief uniques et attrayantes qui ajoutent une touche moderne à tout foyer. Par Daniel Nzohabonimana
Dans la culture de l’ancien Rwanda, la bouse de vache faisait partie de manière évidente de la vie quotidienne. C’est encore d’actualité. De par sa signification dans la société, le vocable vache ou ses variantes, trouvent leurs racines dans le vocabulaire du Kinyarwanda local. Le vocable vache est aujourd’hui employé pour une large gamme de significations dont des salutations, des exclamations, des jurons et des cajoleries. FR
Par exemple, en saluant quelqu’un vous pouvez dire “amashyo”, ce qui littéralement se traduit par “un troupeau de vaches”. L’autre personne répond ensuite « amashongore », qui veut dire « beaucoup de vaches femelles ». N’oubliez pas que ces dernières fournissent le lait et ont une valeur économique parce qu’elles donnent naissance à des veaux et accroissent le troupeau. Lorsque quelqu’un veut vous souhaiter richesse en vous saluant, il dit : « Gira inka », signifiant : « Aies des vaches ». Donc, la vache possède une valeur sociale, culturelle et économique au Rwanda. Dans toutes les sociétés, l’expression d’un artiste reflète la société dans laquelle il vit. Au Rwanda, les femmes de Kibungo (situé au Sud-est du Rwanda près de la Tanzanie) se sont basées sur la valeur attribuée aux vaches et ont développé un art à partir de la bouse de vache. Connu sous le nom d’Imigongo, cette unique forme de création de sculpture et de peinture a pour la première fois était découverte au 18ème siècle. La bouse de vache était principalement utilisée dans l’agriculture comme engrais mais les femmes pensantes ont pensé qu’elle pouvait également utilisée dans la fabrication d’objets d’art pour décorer les murs de leurs huttes. La forme d’art appelée Imigongo a émergé sous le règne de Kimenyi, roi du Gisaka. Même si traditionnellement des femmes se servaient de cet art, l’histoire orale attribue son invention au prince Kakira, fils du roi du Gisaka. Les peintures Imigongo sont aujourd’hui une forme d’art unique populaire dans le Rwanda contemporain. Elles étaient originalement utilisées pour égailler l’intérieur des huttes mais aujourd’hui vous les trouveraient accrochées aux murs de restaurants, bureaux et comme cadres de photos et de glaces parmi d’autres usages intéressants. Les peintures Imigongo sont souvent de couleur noire, blanche et rouge. Elles représentent
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une pièce unique
La forme d’art Imigongo est une pièce unique de la culture rwandaise qui attire sur le respect de la société pour les vaches. En utilisant ce qui pourrait sembler à première vue comme le plus étrange des matériaux, les artistes d’Imigongo du Rwanda créent d’exquis chefsd’œuvre qui ajoutent une touche parfaite à la décoration de votre maison.
une large gamme de designs créées à partir de la bouse de vache, qui est appliquée à des plaques en bois et laissée pour qu’elle durcisse, formant la structure et le relief des peintures. Les thèmes populaires des Imigongo (tableaux) comprennent des designs peints sur des murs, des pots et des toiles. Les peintures servaient à créer les contrastes frappant traditionnellement dérivés de la terre, du kaolin, de la sève et de peaux de banane. Par le passé, la couleur rouge était obtenue à partir d’une terre naturelle, le blanc à partir du kaolin et le noir à partir de la sève d’un aloe (variété de cisal) mélangée avec la cendre de peaux de bananes. La couleur orange clair utilisée de temps en temps était créée à partir d’une terre crayeuse. Après le Génocide de 1994 perpétré contre les Tutsi, les compétences et l’expérience dans la création des Imigongo a presque disparu. Heureusement, un groupe de femmes dans la Province de l’Est du pays près du district de Kirehe, district dans lequel cet art provient ; ont ravivé cette forme de l’art uniquement rwandais. Des coopératives de femmes artistes sont aujourd’hui entrain de gagner leurs vies grâce aux tableaux Imigongo qu’elles créent. Aujourd’hui, les tableaux Imigongo sont vendus dans des magasins d’objets d’artisanat d’art à Kigali et ailleurs dans le pays. Si vous voulez acheter des tableaux du style Imigongo tout comme apprendre plus sur son histoire et sur la technique de production, faites le déplacement jusqu’au village de Kaziba, en District de Kirehe dans l’Est du Rwanda. Le voyage peut être intégré dans votre itinéraire safari lorsque vous visitez le Parc National de l’Akagera. A Kaziba, vous pouvez rencontrer des femmes artistes et profiter d’une démonstration en direct sur la technique de production des objets d’art.
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Digital archiving’s place in the future of Africa A technological revolution is sweeping across the continent. Soon the days of struggling to find a document or file will be over and it will all be By Junior Kanamugire thanks to digital archiving.
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lmost anyone who has had any kind of dealing with bureaucracies, especially related to retrieving records, has at some point complained about the slow process and complicated procedures. For those who work with such bureaucracy, archaic storage systems make it almost impossible for them to do their job efficiently. The tedious systems in place are usually many decades old, and were not designed to handle the huge increase in documents and files brought about by growing economies and populations. The result is systems that have very high demands placed upon them, without the ability to deliver.
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Many of these out-dated archiving systems also fail to recognise the importance of keeping documents safe and secure from mismanagement and environmental damage such as water, heat and sunlight. Because of the lack of proper preservation, documents can easily become lost or destroyed. For companies and institutions that keep records and depend on archived information to serve their clients, this is a major concern. In an attempt to solve this increasingly common challenge, the International Council on Archives (ICA) has developed a series of rules and regulations to improve
physical preservation standards. Together with basic rules of digital archiving, there is now a useful guide to help business and government protect their archives. A key component of archival preservation is ensuring that files are stored in an environment that keeps them in a pristine condition – for however long the client might need them. Such an environment might be created through the construction of climate-controlled rooms where documents are stored in acid free boxes and folders. But simply preserving an archive is only the first step. In a world where electronic access to documents is paramount, providing a document management platform where users have access to archives and records instantaneously is the ultimate prize. Fortunately, with advances in technology, developing physical electronic storage spaces (servers, hard drives, etc.) is no longer a challenge. Cloud based storage solutions are also providing cost effective ways for companies to secure their data. The real headache comes with finding solutions to create document management systems (DMS) that allow unified access to as many users as companies and institutions need. In Rwanda, DevTech Ltd. has taken the lead in providing exactly these kinds of systems. The company works with a range of private companies and public institutions to bring their archives into the 21st century. As a result, employees have easy access to the information they need, business practices are streamlined and clients are served in an efficient and timely manner. Digitising out-dated administrative and archival systems is the future and crucial to improving productivity in the workplace. By changing the way we access information, we will contribute to the rapid development of our countries, the region and the continent. To make that happen, existing records and archives must be easily accessible to all and digital archiving is the best way to achieve that.
L’archivage numérique dans l’avenir de l’Afrique
Par Junior Kanamugire
Une révolution technologique s’etend sur tout le continent. Bientôt, les jours où l’on avait du mal à trouver un document ou un fichier sera de l’histoire du passée et tout cela grâce à l’archivage numérique. Presque tout ceux qui ont déjà eu une expérience bureaucratique liée à la récupération des données, à un moment donné, s’est plaint de la lenteur du processus et des procédures compliquées. Pour ceux qui travaillent dans la bureaucratie, les systèmes de stockage archaïque rendent presque impossible de travailler efficacement. FR
Les systèmes fastidieux en place ont généralement plusieurs dizaines d’années et initialement ne visaient pas à gérer une augmentation considérable de documents et de fichiers due à la croissance de la population et de l’économie. Il en résulte des exigences très élevées sur des systèmes n’ayant pas la possibilité de suivre.
To learn more about the work of DevTech Ltd., visit www.devtechltd.co.uk.
Companies requiring archiving solutions come from a wide range of industries – from the banking and insurance sectors to construction and health care. Almost all companies that deal with large amounts of data and documents, and whose employees and clients need quick and reliable access to that information, can benefit from state of the art digital archiving. RWANDAIR INZOZI MAGAZINE
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Un élément clé de la préservation d’archives est de s’assurer que les fichiers sont stockés dans un environnement les maintenant dans un parfait état – pour aussi longtemps que le client pourrait en avoir besoin. Un tel environnement peut être créé grâce à la construction de chambres à atmosphère contrôlée, où les documents sont stockés dans des classeurs exempts d’acidité, mais conserver les archives demeure le premier pas. Dans un monde où l’accès électronique aux documents est primordial, fournir une plateforme de gestion des documents, où les utilisateurs ont accès aux archives et aux documents instantanément est l’objectif primordial. Heureusement, grâce au progrès technologique, développer les espaces de stockage électronique physique (serveurs, disques durs, etc.) n’est plus un défi. Ainsi, les solutions de stockage dans les nuages (Cloud) permettent aux entreprises de sécuriser leurs documents à moindre coûts. Le véritable casse-tête est la recherche de solutions pour créer des systèmes de gestion des documents qui permettent un accès unifié à ces d’utilisateurs tels que les entreprises et les institutions qui en ont indéniablement besoin. Les entreprises exigeant de telles solutions se retrouvent parmi un large éventail d’industries : les secteurs bancaires et les assurances jusqu’aux soins de santé et aussi ceux dans domaine de la construction. Presque toutes les compagnies qui s’occupent d’importantes quantités de données et de documents, et dont les employés et les clients ont besoin d’un accès rapide et fiable aux renseignements, peuvent bénéficier de l’archivage numérique de pointe.
Bon nombre de ces systèmes d’archivage dépassés ne reconnaissent pas l’importance de la conservation des documents de manière sécuritaires contre la mauvaise gestion et les dommages environnementaux tels que l’eau, la chaleur et le soleil. En raison de l’absence d’une bonne conservation, les documents peuvent facilement se perdre ou être détruits. Pour les entreprises et les institutions qui consignent et dépendent des informations archivées afin de servir leurs clients, c’est une préoccupation majeure. Pour tenter de résoudre ce défi de plus en plus commun, le Conseil International des Archives (ICA) a mis au point une série de règles et de régulations afin d’améliorer les normes de préservation physique. Outre les règles élémentaires de l’archivage numérique, il existe maintenant un guide utile pour aider les entreprises et les gouvernements à protéger leurs archives.
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les archives et les documents existants doivent être facilement accessibles à tous et l’archivage numérique est le meilleur moyen d’y parvenir.
Au Rwanda, DevTech Ltd. a pris les devants en fournissant exactement ce genre de systèmes. La société travaille avec un éventail d’entreprises privées et d’institutions publiques afin d’introduire leurs archives aux systèmes du XXIe siècle.
Ainsi, les employés ont un accès facile à l’information dont ils ont besoin, les pratiques commerciales sont simplifiées et les clients sont servis de manière efficace et efficiente.
La numérisation des systèmes administratifs et d’archives passés, dates est l’avenir crucial afin d’améliorer la productivité dans le milieu du travail. En changeant la façon dont nous accédons aux informations, nous allons contribuer à l’essor de notre pays, de la région et du continent. Les archives et les documents existants doivent être facilement accessibles à tous et l’archivage numérique est le meilleur moyen d’y parvenir. Pour en savoir plus sur le travail de DevTech Ltd., visitez www.devtechltd.co.uk.
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The East African Community is open for business By Valentine Rugwabiza
Minister of East African Community,
Government of Rwanda
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he East African Community is one of the most vibrant economic blocs on the African continent. With more than 150 million citizens, the five countries that make up the EAC, Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Burundi and Tanzania, are benefitting enormously from the integration brought about by the formation of the community. We have seen remarkable progress in achieving the objectives of the EAC – widening and deepening co-operation among Partner States in political, economic and social fields for the benefit of all.
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The Treaty establishing the East African Community was created in 1999 and requires the EAC to be people centred and private sector led. This means that a bottom up approach that meets the needs and interests of citizens should drive EAC integration. By embracing this policy, Rwanda has seen first-hand the benefits that EAC integration has brought for our citizens and our businesses. Rwanda joined the EAC almost eight years ago and there is no question that the country’s accession to the
community has enhanced our economic development. While addressing the Regional Business Summit in Kigali in October 2014, President Paul Kagame said, “Rwanda has benefited from the EAC’s large market, challenges have been shared and addressed together, benefits have come from many sources and Rwanda has been much better in the last seven years”. Some of the key achievements of the EAC include the implementation of the Customs Union and Common Market Protocols and increasing competitiveness in terms of the proactive implementation of EAC commitments. This progress has been crucial in boosting Rwanda’s economic development and the livelihoods of our citizens. Rwanda is now the most competitive economy in the region and third in Africa, according to the new 20142015 Global Competitiveness Index report. The ranking was due to a wide range of factors, including the ease of registering a business (it now only takes six hours), technology innovation, strong and dynamic institutions, zero tolerance to corruption, stability and security among others. In terms of the EAC Customs Union, Rwanda has removed non-tariff barriers that were in the form of roadblocks, weighbridges and other formalities. Working hours at our main border posts have also been extended. The Gatuna Border between Rwanda and Uganda now operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Rusumo border with Tanzania now operates 16 hours a day, seven days a week and the Nemba border with Burundi operates 18 hours a day, seven days a week. The Cyanika and Kagitumba borders with Uganda are now both open 16 hours a day, seven days a week. The extending of operational hours has boosted trade and investment as well as encouraged more Rwandans to participate in cross border trade. The implementation of the Single Customs Territory has reduced transport days from 21 to 5 from Mombasa to Kigali and the cost of hiring a truck to transport cargo from Mombasa to Kigali has been reduced by about US $1,000, down to $4,200 in 2014 from $5,200 in 2010. Within the Central Corridor, cargo is expected to grow by 15% for the period 2014-2030. This corridor accounts for more than 60% of Rwanda’s incoming volumes of imports and is still the preferred route by importers. The initiative to improve the Central Corridor has a direct impact on transport costs, reducing of the cost of doing business in and with Rwanda. In line with the EAC Common Market agreement, factors of production including goods, services, labour and capital are now freely tradable in the region. This has reduced costs and increased opportunities for economies of scale for all businesses in EAC member countries.
The implementation of the Single Customs Territory has reduced transport days from 21 to 5 from Mombasa to Kigali.
For trade and investment to grow, we knew that people needed to be able to move freely across borders. As a result, steps were taken to make it easier for EAC citizens to move throughout the community. Today, citizens of Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya can use their national IDs and student cards to travel freely by air and road. More EAC members are soon to come on board. The use of IDs and student cards has increased the free movement of people, which is an opportunity for Rwandans to learn from best practices in the region and continue to improve our competitiveness in an ever-expanding market. The use of ID cards as travel documents and the removal of visa and work permit fees for East Africans has also facilitated enterprises to source competent professionals from EAC Partner States to fill the shortage of skilled technicians. These measures have yielded impressive results: •
1,163,321 Rwandans used their ID or student card to travel to Kenya and Uganda between 2014 – March 2015.
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219,574 Ugandans and 24,951 Kenyans used voter or ID cards to travel to Rwanda between 2014 – March 2015.
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Rwanda has waived fees for work permits for all EAC nationals and granted 14,935 work permits from January 2009 to March 2015 to East Africans – Burundi (2,499), Kenya (5,038), Tanzania (833) and Uganda (6,565).
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In the spirit of boosting tourism, the East African Tourist Visa was created, allowing tourists to travel between Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya with a Single Tourist Visa. From January 2014 to March 2015, Rwanda issued 2,924 East African Tourist Visas. In addition to easing travel between the three Partner States, 157 economic undertakings by Rwandans were established in the EAC Partner States from 2010–2014. During the same period, 401 economic undertakings of citizens from other Partner States were established in Rwanda. This shows Rwanda’s increasing competitiveness as an investment destination. In total, regional investments worth over $100 million were injected into the Rwandan economy, providing employment opportunities to more than 2,500 Rwandans. This is testament to the benefits of regional integration. Despite Rwanda and the region’s progress in implementing EAC commitments, member states must keep working for the bloc to be more integrated and more competitive. The current status of the implementation of EAC commitments stands at 64.3%, which calls for proactive translation of commitments into actions. This will be achieved through the timely implementation of EAC commitments and by eliminating the remaining barriers that hinder the free movement of people, goods and services. As EAC Partner States, we also need to strengthen the manufacturing sector to reduce exportation of raw materials and establish strong regional value chain systems. This can be done by supporting the private sector to grow industries that employ the younger generation and promote competitiveness.
Ultimately, the EAC should seek to connect with global value chains for increased competitiveness. To achieve this, the private sector should be an equal co-pilot with governments because the level of integration we seek cannot be reached without being driven by the private sector. The business community should propose their priorities to policy makers for balanced and sustainable development. For example, the historic EAC-EU partnership is a call to the private sector to prepare for the opening up of one of the world’s largest markets. As our Heads of State emphasised, political will is the key to implementing the EAC integration agenda. We must view ourselves as East Africans and open up our borders and markets to take up the opportunities available in the region. The more we integrate, the more benefits we will gain than if we had simply worked on our own. Rwanda has tested and realised the benefits of integration. That is why we are working closely with all stakeholders in the market to eliminate existing barriers to trade and promote and encourage Rwandans to tap into the opportunities that exist within the community. We look forward to welcoming you to Rwanda and the East African Community and hope you enjoy your stay.
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Ubumuntu Arts Festival An Encounter with Humanity
A new festival in Kigali will bring together artists from around the world to celebrate our shared humanity and find solutions to the challenges we face.
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ot many people, particularly in Africa, think of the arts as a means of effective communication or as an avenue for solving social problems. The truth is art plays a crucial role in overcoming challenges in all societies. In Rwanda, the arts helped the country work through immense post genocide challenges, from rebuilding shattered lives to fostering a shared sense of national identity. Art has manifested itself the world over as an efficient form of communicating, expressing opinions, airing issues and sharing values about all aspects of life that affect humanity. Life is an encounter, and so is art. Hence, the Ubumuntu Arts Festival. The festival is the brainchild of Hope Azeda, a leader in Rwanda’s contemporary theatre scene and the founder and artistic director of Mashirika Creative and Performing Media Company - a theatre company in Rwanda. The Ubumuntu journey started when Hope submitted the idea to the Africa Leadership Project as her project proposal. The proposal received great feedback and as they say, the rest is history! This year’s event will be the first festival in what is hoped to be an annual event. Scheduled for 11 – 12 July 2015 at the Kigali Genocide Memorial Amphitheatre, the festival has attracted a large number of participants from different parts of the world. The performances, workshops and forums will feature individual artists, artistic groups and journalists from Rwanda, the USA, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Serbia, Canada, Lebanon, Egypt, the DRC, Burundi, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka.
“Art is a necessity – an essential part of our enlightenment process. We cannot, as a civilized society, regard ourselves as being enlightened without the arts.” – Ken Danby, painter
Ubumuntu Arts Festival Une rencontre avec l’humanité
Though the participants come from different walks of life, they face the same social problems and the festival will provide a platform for them to bring these issues to the table and come up with solutions through the arts - one world, one problem, one solution: unity!
Un nouveau festival à Kigali réunira des artistes provenant de partout dans le monde pour célébrer nous partageons à l›humanité et essayerons de trouver des solutions aux défis auxquels nous faisons face. FR
Pas beaucoup de gens, en particulier en Afrique, pensent aux arts comme moyen de communication efficace ou comme un outil qui pourrait résoudre les problèmes sociaux. La vérité est l’art jouent un rôle crucial quand il faut surmonter les défis dans toutes les sociétés. Au Rwanda, les arts ont aidé le pays à braver à d’immenses défis après le génocide en reconstruisant de vies brisées et en favorisant un sentiment commun d’identité nationale.
The festival program will host an array of exceptional shows and workshops as well as visits to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Other than providing an avenue for dialogue and debate, the festival will arm attendees and participants with the tools they require to start “art for humanity projects” in their home countries. The objective is to foster dialogue and peace building. The festival also aims to promote peace building and healing from violence by providing a space for public introspection and for artists to meet each other, grow and share their craft. The Ubumuntu Arts Festival will give art professionals a one-stop shop center in terms of resources and creative industry information. More so, the festival will be an avenue to show society that the arts can be taken seriously as a career and not just as mere entertainment. The Ubumuntu Arts Festival will share the vibrancy of African and international art and the importance embracing our shared humanity. If you are in Kigali in early July, don’t miss the chance to attend what will be a remarkable event. Visit www.ubumuntuartsfestival.com to find out more about the festival. 62 | FLY OUR DREAM TO THE HEART OF AFRICA
L’art s’est manifestée dans le monde entier comme une forme efficace de communication, d’expression d’opinions, la présentation des enjeux et partage des valeurs sur tous les aspects de la vie qui touchent l’humanité. La vie est une rencontre, et est d’ou, le Ubumuntu arts festival. “The object of art is to give life shape.” – William Shakespeare
ce festival est un fruit d’espoir Azeda, metteur en scene de théâtre contemporain du Rwanda , fondatrice et directrice artistique de Mashirika Creative and Performing Media Company - une compagnie de théâtre au Rwanda en est l’instigatrice. Le projet ‘Ubumuntu a commencé lorsque Hope Azeda à soumis son idées de projet l’idée à Africa Leadership Project . La proposition a reçu avec un grand enthousiasme, et comme on dit, le reste est une longue et belle histoire! Cette année, l’événement sera le premier du genre. Ce qui nous l’espérons se fera chaque année. Prévu pour le 11 - 12 juillet 2015 à l’amphithéâtre du memorial du génocide de Kigali à Gisozi, le festival a attiré un grand nombre de participants provenant de différentes parties du monde. Les spectacles, ateliers et forums mettra en vedette des artistes individuels, groupes d’artistes et de journalistes des Etats Unis d’Amerique, de l’Éthiopie, du Kenya, de la Tanzanie, de l’Ouganda, de la Serbie, du Canada, du Liban, de l’Egypte, de la République démocratique du Congo, du Burundi, du Zimbabwe et de Sri Lanka.
Bien que les participants viennent de différents milieux, ils font face aux mêmes problèmes sociaux et le festival leur offrira une plate-forme pour porter ces questions sur la table et trouver des solutions par l’entremise des arts - un monde, un problème, une seule solution : l’unité! Le programme du festival sera l’hôte d’un éventail exceptionnel de spectacles et des ateliers ainsi que les visites dans le Mémorial du Génocide à Kigali. Au-delà de la voix du dialogue et des débats, le festival s’arme des participants avec les outils dont ils ont besoin pour commencer le projet « l’art pour l’humanité « dans leur pays d’origine. L’objectif est de favoriser le dialogue et l’édification de la paix. Le festival vise également à promouvoir la paix et la guérison de la violence en offrant un espace au public aux artistes de l’introspection et de se rencontrer les uns les autres, pour partager leur expériences sur leurs métiers. Le Festival des Arts Ubumuntu donnera aux professionnels de l’art un centre à guichet unique en termes de ressources et de renseignements sur l’industrie créative. De plus, le festival sera une piste, pour montrer à la société que les arts peuvent être pris au sérieux comme une carrière et non pas seulement comme un simple divertissement. Le Festival des Arts Ubumuntu partagera la vitalité de l’art africain et international et l’importance embrassant notre humanité partagée. Si vous êtes à Kigali au début du mois de juillet, ne manquez pas d’assister à ce qui sera un événement remarquable. Visitez www.ubumuntuartsfestival.com pour en savoir plus sur le festival.
Je suis parce que vous êtes, vous êtes parce que je suis!
Right: Artist Matt Deely’s impression of the festival performance space at the Kigali Genocide Memorial.
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Empire builder, freedom fighter or craftsman:
what kind of entrepreneur are you? The idea of entrepreneurship and business ownership is fast climbing up the ladder of popularity. But what kind of life are you really choosing for yourself once you decide to make a career out of owning your own business? By Eric Rutabana
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n recent years, there has been an increase in the number of entrepreneurship activities all geared at increasing the number of young people choosing entrepreneurship as a career. These activities and functions are the result of a growing push by governments, the private sector and civil society to make the world a better place. Many of these functions happen during the famous Global Entrepreneurship Week, which is considered the largest entrepreneurship festival in the world.
in many corroborating surveys, business owners tend to be happier than the general population.
More business owners mean more people standing on their own two feet. It means more job creators, more gaps in the economy being filled and more wealth being created. And, as leading US entrepreneurship researcher Scott Shane found
He has come up with a theory of the lifestyles of business owners which is grounded in the fact that you would immediately recognise yourself in his philosophy.
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It is therefore helpful and interesting to explore the views of someone who has made a study of the lives of business owners, even if it is just to place your own career path into the broader world of business ownership. One such thinker is a Canadian market researcher called John Warrillow.
The freedom fighter, on the other hand, seeks financial independence above anything else and ultimately the freedom to spend their time as they wish. They are not interested in becoming the next Richard Branson, because that would bog them down too much and distract from their goal of freedom. Warrillow reckons about 28% of all business owners fall into this category. The way Warrillow describes freedom fighters is roughly along the lines of what Business Partners call “lifestyle businesses”. It is conceivable that most of the Business Partners’ clients fall into the category of freedom fighters. Warrillow says the freedom fighter’s lifestyle depends very much where they find themselves in their business’s growth cycle. It is difficult in the beginning as they grow their businesses virtually from scratch, and gets systematically easier as they put more and more systems in place to ensure that the business runs on its own. They are generally strong family people, and place great store in staff relations and customer care. Freedom fighters learn to become sophisticated business people, because they have to master difficult remote control systems such as accounting and business-performance analysis in order to gain their independence from the day-to-day running of their businesses.
Warrillow poses that there are roughly three types of business owners. No, not retailers, manufacturers and service providers – he says you get all three types across all sectors. Rather, he classifies business owners according to what they want to achieve with their businesses. He calls his three classifications empire builders, freedom fighters and craftsmen. The empire builder is the one most generally associated in popular imagination as the “typical entrepreneur” – always busy with the next project, an insatiable thirst for growth and wealth, aiming to take over or revolutionise whole markets and industries. But Warrillow reckons they make up a mere 2% of business owners. And rather than the glamorous lives that the very few top entrepreneurs lead, Warrillow describes the lifestyle of most empire builders as difficult, dogged by boom-andbust cycles as they lurch from one project to the next. Very often an empire-builder type entrepreneur is dirt poor and in the process of liquidation. But they don’t stay like that for long. Interestingly, he says the empire builder is less concerned with money than with power. They tend to see money as simply another tool with which to build their empires.
Freedom fighters learn to become sophisticated business people, because they have to master difficult remote control systems such as accounting and businessperformance analysis in order to gain their independence from the day-to-day running of their businesses.
The craftsmen, Warrillow’s third category of business owner, would rather not be bothered by business systems. They are first and foremost interested in practicing their craft, and prefer to identify themselves by their craft first, and as business owners as an afterthought only. They say “I’m a plumber”, for example, or mechanic, film maker, vet, farmer, or grocer, before they say “I’m a business owner”. Warrillow reckons that no fewer than 70% of all business owners fall into this category. Most craftsmen don’t ever grow their businesses past a handful of employees, because they tend to be uncomfortable with stepping away from doing the job themselves and taking up a manager’s role in the back office. It is understandable that their business paperwork is not often in the best shape. The next time you are called upon to advise a young person, perhaps even your own children, about choosing business ownership as a career, it may be helpful to supplement your own experience with a broader view such as Warrillow’s. Ultimately, the answer to the question of “what’s the life of a business owner like?” is something along the lines of: “Often challenging, often very satisfying, but it depends…” Eric Rutabana is the Country Manager of Business Partners International Rwanda SME Fund, a Risk Finance Company for formal Small and Medium Enterprises. You can contact Eric at erutabana@businesspartners.rw.
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Flying Without Wings Rwanda’s acrobats have a bright vision for the future By David Toovey
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In Rwanda’s lakeside town of Rubavu, a group of young people have come together to make new friends, push their bodies to the limit and wow captivated audiences.
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hen Elisee Niyonsenga saw the famous Cirque du Soleil on TV in his hometown of Rubavu, he knew he’d found his calling. He was amazed at the almost otherworldly feats performed by the acrobats. Watching them, Elisee was filled with happiness. Since then, the young Rwandan has brought together more than 75 of his peers to create ‘Future Vision Acrobats’, a professional troupe that performs to crowds in Rwanda and around the world.
The next day, I went to the beach and tried to copy what I had seen on TV. I told my friends about how it made me feel. I convinced some of them to come and train with me. We found that working together on the circus acts brought back our happiness.
Inzozi travelled to the shores of Lake Kivu in Rwanda’s north-west to sit down with Elisee, find out more about why he started Future Vision Acrobats, the troupe’s journey since and their hopes for the future.
In his own words... With EliseE Niyonsenga
When did you start the organisation and why? We started in 2006, but back then it wasn’t really an organisation, just a group of friends having fun. I saw Cirque du Soleil on TV and was fascinated by it. I wanted to learn how to do what the performers were doing. It made me happy just watching it and it changed how I felt in my mind. I had a human feeling. I had the feeling of being happy.
We did trainings together. We downloaded videos from YouTube and copied them. We found that it was possible to learn and use the skills to develop ourselves. At the same time, children from the area came and asked if they could join. We told them it was free. They were very happy about that and started to train with us. Elisee Niyonsenga, the founder of Future Vision Acrobats.
After trainings, we would make a big circle, which we called “Circle up”. It’s a time when we brought energisers, sang and talked about how we felt about the training and in general. We learnt from each other. We heard each other’s stories and some of them were very hard. Some of our team were living in tough life situations. I started to think about these children. I had this idea of helping them. Even if I’m not rich, and don’t have money to give, I thought we could use acrobatics to help them. We did our first shows at the beach in Rubavu and passed a hat around and gained lots of money. We were all really happy. We started to think about the future. If we worked hard and earned money then we could pay for the school fees for our young members. And it worked. We created a professional group, started to perform and earned money to support these young people.
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What are the goals of Future Vision Acrobats?
What are some of the major events the troupe has performed at?
We first want to lighten the hearts of people by using our talents. We want to spread laughter, happiness and joy so that everyone can see hope for the future, even for those who live in vulnerable situations.
Over the last few years, we’ve performed at different events in Rwanda and even internationally. Our biggest audience was at the 2010 celebration of Rwanda’s Liberation Day where we performed in front of President Kagame. It was such an honour. We’ve also performed at the annual gorilla naming ceremony called Kwita Izina, the Kigali International Trade Exhibition, at Serena Hotel Lake Kivu, and at schools, weddings and parties.
We also want to provide opportunities for our members to gain an education. We want them to go to school, learn and be leaders in their community. We encourage our team to pray and worship so that they can gain wisdom and a strong work ethic. Future Vision is a way to give young people an idea of what the future could be.
How many young people are part of Future Vision Acrobats? Today we have 25 members. They range from six to 28 years of age. All of our members live in and around Rubavu. Since we started in 2006, more than 75 young people have been part of the group.
We especially love performing for young people and children. When we do shows for
them, they share their happiness with us and they reciprocate energy back to us. When we perform, the children have smiles that go beyond ear to ear.
The troupe has performed for audiences in Sweden. How did that come about? In 2009, we met a team from Clowns Without Borders. They found us doing gymnastics on the beach in Rubavu. We told them about our stories and our mission. We realised that we had the same goals and agreed to work together.
They came back and we did a tour of Rwanda. On that first tour we went to refugee camps, did shows for kids and performed at disability centres. In 2010, I went to Sweden and participated in the International Circus Festival in Darlana and the International Clown Camp in Sweden, run by Clowns Without Borders. In 2011, eight of the team went to Sweden for an international clown camp and the Stockholm Street Festival. There were so many amazing things we saw there. It gave us the strength and the belief that a good future was ahead, especially for the children in our group.
You also work with young people in schools. What programmes do you run with them? We train students in juggling, gymnastics and how to build a human pyramid. You need self esteem, confidence to trust each other, to fight against fear. We train them how to work together safely. We teach them how to fly without wings. We’ve trained students at Riviera and the Belgian School in Kigali and at secondary schools in Rubavu. Now we are trying to work with other schools. We want circus to become a popular entertainment field in Rwanda. We want to create a network of ambassadors. We also want to share our talents internationally. A few years ago I trained people in Belgium and Hungry through the Hungarian Juggling Association. We’d like to do more of that in the future.
What is the acrobat sector like in Rwanda? At the moment there is no acrobats federation and little investment in circus arts. The team is looking for investors so that we can buy equipment and perform our shows in more schools. The circus is a good tool for sustainable development. We use it as a tool for peace building and it creates a lot of good feelings for the audience. It gives focus for people, something to strive for.
What impact has being part of the troupe had on its members? If you hear the stories of the children we work with, you could cry. From paying a small amount of money for school fees to becoming international performers, they say thank you, even though they can’t give you anything in return. When someone tells you that you have saved his or her life, you are left speechless.
What are your hopes for the future? I dream of building a circus school in Rwanda so that I can help all vulnerable children. I also want Future Vision Acrobats to be an international group so that we can perform all across Rwanda, around the world and share our country’s story of unity and reconciliation.
How can readers of Inzozi get involved in Future Vision Acrobats? Future Vision is open for investment – in our products and programmes. We are open to partnerships with anyone from around the world. Young people who want to join us should know it’s free and that they are welcome. We want people to share in the joy we create. You can learn more about Future Vision Acrobats via their Facebook Page or book a performance by contacting Elisee at futurevisionacrobat@gmail.com.
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On 4 July 1994, the Rwandan Patriotic Army liberated the city of Kigali from the genocidal government and militias who killed one million Rwandans in the Genocide against the Tutsi. Since then, July 4 has been celebrated as Liberation Day and marked as the moment Rwandans chose unity, dignity and shared prosperity as guiding principles in the country’s development. Twenty-one years later, Rwanda reflects on the progress made, and recommits to the journey ahead.
Rwanda will host the fourth edition of the African Pharmaceutical Students’ Symposium, bringing together students, graduates and pharmacy professionals under the International Pharmaceutical Students Federation (IPSF). The symposium is organised by the Rwanda Pharmaceutical Students’ Association. Over 300 participants from 10 countries across the continent and around the world will attend the conference. Visit www.afps2015.org to learn more.
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04 Ubumuntu Arts Festival at the Kigali Genocide Memorial Amphitheatre, Rwanda 11-12 July 2015 The Ubumuntu Arts Festival will bring together people from around the world and provide a platform to find solutions to our shared challenges – one world, one problem, one solution: unity! The performances, workshops and forums will feature individual artists, artistic groups and journalists from Rwanda, the USA, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Serbia, Canada, Lebanon, Egypt, the DRC, Burundi, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. Visit www.ubumuntuartsfestival. com to find out more about the festival.
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08 05 Solo Exhibition by Emmanuel Nkuranga at Inema Arts Centre, Kigali 18 July 2015
KigaliUp at the National Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda
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Diner en Blanc at a Secret Location, Kigali 25 July 2015
20 – 31 July 2015 One of Rwanda’s most renowned artists, Emmanuel Nkuranga, presents his solo exhibition titled, ‘Soul of Creativity’. The exhibition opens on July 18th at Inema Art Centre in Kacyiru – a suburb of Kigali. The exhibit will feature large-format, mixed media, museum quality pieces that take over the gallery space. Enjoy exquisite art and delicious food by master chef Carlos Caula. Visit www.inemaartcenter.com for more.
The Rwanda Film Festival is the premiere celebration of cinema in Rwanda. For its 11th year, the festival will be held in different cities across Rwanda as well as the capital, Kigali. The festival will feature films made in HIllywood, the country’s local cinema industry, and those from abroad. The theme of this year’s festival is “Limitless”. Visit www.rwandafilmfestival.net for the film guide and ticketing.
Rwanda’s night of white and fairy lights returns for this year’s Diner en Blanc. Organised by Illume Creative Studio, the dinner brings a night of enchantment with a secret location, stunning costumes and local musicians. Guests at the event must dress in all white, bring their own table décor and supply their own food. Prizes are awarded to the most creative attendees. Visit www.dinerenblanckigali.tumblr.com to find out how to purchase your ticket.
25-26 July 2015 Now in its fifth year, the KigaliUp music festival brings together some of the continent’s most talented musicians to perform for thousands at Rwanda’s national stadium. The two-day event features new local talent, as well as established artists performing world music, reggae, funk, blues, hip hop and root music from around the globe. The festival is a chance to meet old friends, make new ones and explore the rich musical diversity that exists in the land of a thousand hills. Visit www.kigaliup.com or follow @KigaliUp on Twitter for more information.
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KigaliUp celebrates ITS FIFth birthday in style Rwanda’s largest music festival returns to Amahoro Stadium in Kigali with a fresh line up and a partnership with the country’s national Harvest Festival – Umuganura. By Kirenga
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n the world of live music festivals, birthdays are a big deal. They symbolise a mission fulfilled. For KigaliUp, which has celebrated four years of entertaining, much has changed since the first edition in 2011. From an idea in the mind of Rwanda’s most awarded musician, Mighty Popo, the festival this year
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reaches its fifth birthday and is set to be bigger and better than ever before. Over the last five years, KigaliUp has created unique experiences shared by thousands of culture and music fans with hundreds of artists from a wide range of styles, origins and fame. For festival goers, exposure to diverse live music and highly skilled musicians triggers a contagious energy that impacts their lives & communities. Throughout the years, KigaliUp has nurtured international and local artist exchange, new sounds and performance styles through training workshops for musicians, photographers and sound and stage technicians. This approach has been a key element in contributing to & supporting capacity building in Rwanda’s burgeoning creative economy.
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Since its inception, the festival’s stages have been blessed with a stellar list of world class, high profile artists such as Lokua Kanza (DRC), Ismael Lo (Senegal), Chiwoniso (RIP Zimbabwe), Habib Koite (Mali), Didier Awadi (Senegal), Corey Harris (USA), Shad K (Rwanda/ Canada), Tumi & the Volume (SA), Thais Diarra (Mali-Swiss) and Bez (Nigeria). The local scene has been represented by established music stars, folk and gospel singers, traditional troupes, spoken word wizards, comedians and fresh talent. The combination of performances from these diverse artists has tied everything together. For attendees, they form part of a multi-generational crowd sharing a common experience, which ultimately spurs conversation and excitement around Rwanda.
wide range of locally sourced products, from food & beverages, to accessories, clothes and jewellery from young fashion designers.
On that summer weekend the national stadium becomes a mini village, a gathering of musicians and a space for social entrepreneurs, arts & craft vendors to share their creations and enthusiasm with the crowds. Also on offer is a
In partnership with entertainment powerhouse Positive Production, the KigaliUp music festival is organised by a collective of entrepreneurs and professional event producers who volunteer their time, energy
To make the experience truly inclusive, the stadium grounds and gardens are arranged in different areas. The main stage occupies a wide green field with plenty of room for dancing. Another area is a family friendly space complete with games, painting and real life cartoon characters for children. A little further down is the experimental DJ area where music makers and visual artists join forces to perform improvised sets. A killer bass line joins the stroke of a brush and each colour sprayed onto a canvas rolls to the beats – resulting in one of a kind paintings.
This year’s KigaliUp TAKES place on 25-26 July, markING the beginning of the week long Umuganura. Visit www.kigaliup.com to find out how to get your ticketS
and experience to create an environment where the best of Rwanda can be celebrated. As a vital contributor to the development of a dynamic and vibrant Kigali, the festival is made possible through the support of a loyal network of institutional, diplomatic and private sector partners. These partners understand, share and support the wider vision beyond the music. Together, we aim for KigaliUp to trigger cultural and economic development, job creation and boost tourism to Rwanda – a win-win for all. Speaking about their support, Chargée d’affaires at the Office of the Canadian High Commission, Mona Yacoub said: “We are proud to support the KigaliUp festival as music plays such an important role in promoting forgiveness, reconciliation, and unity. Beyond being a music festival, it is a unique annual event driven by dynamic artists and creative entrepreneurs who inject tremendous energy and dedication into building bridges between all people in Rwanda.” As a Rwandan-Canadian, KigaliUp’s founder, Mighty Popo, has always maintained a close link with Canada. Indeed, KigaliUp brings a vision based on experiences of Canada and Europe’s biggest music festivals. Speaking about this year’s KigaliUp, Mighty Popo said: “KigaliUp’s fifth edition kicks off Umuganura, an annual harvest festival where Rwandans give thanks to all that our country provided for us during the last year. It’s a centuries old fair that brings the whole community together and we’re so honoured to partner with this national event in 2015. In addition, this year’s festival will broaden the range of artists, both musical and other, by introducing new arts and crafts exhibitions and gastronomy options for all taste buds. There is no doubt that KigaliUp is one of the blessings for Umuganura!”
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RwandAir RwandAir RwandAir launchesits its launches launches its eighteenth eighteenth eighteenth destination destination destination to Lusaka, Lusaka, totoLusaka, Lusaka, Zambia Zambia Zambia
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just afterlaunch 2pm and touched down inKigali Zambia TheThe official flight, WB official launch flight, WB100, 100,left left Kigali two hours later. Upon landing, the RwandAir justjust after 2pm and touched down in Zambia after 2pm and touched down in Zambia Boeing 737-800 received a fireman’s salute on two hours later. Upon landing, the two hours later. Upon landing, theRwandAir RwandAir the 737-800 runway atreceived Kenneth International Boeing aKaunda fireman’s salute Boeing 737-800 received a fireman’s saluteon on Airport. thethe runway at at Kenneth Kaunda runway Kenneth KaundaInternational International Airport. Airport. To celebrate the launch of the new
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of both governments in making the link between of both governments in making the the newnew linknew between of both governments in making link between Rwanda Zambia possible. Rwanda and Zambia possible. Rwanda andand Zambia possible. Zambia’s Minister of Transport, Hon. Yamfwa Mukanga, Zambia’s Minister of Transport, Hon.Hon. Yamfwa Mukanga, Zambia’s Minister of Transport, Yamfwa Mukanga, also spoke at the event, noting that RwandAir’s entry also spoke at the event, noting that RwandAir’s entry into also spoke at the event, noting that RwandAir’s entry into into Zambian market will help bring down the cost of thethe Zambian market will help bring down the cost the Zambian market will help bring down the cost of of doing business between Rwanda & Zambia: “RwandAir business between Rwanda & Zambia: “RwandAir doingdoing business between Rwanda & Zambia: “RwandAir is giving us aus real choice. Thank you for isusgiving a real choice. Thank youopening for opening is giving a real choice. Thank you for opening upup up thethe road insky the sky between nations. ” Minister road inbetween the sky between our two ”nations. ” Minister the road in the our our twotwo nations. Minister Mukanga said. Mukanga said. Mukanga said. Concluding his remarks, Minister Mukanga said: “It is my Concluding his remarks, Minister Mukanga said: “It is my Concluding his remarks, Minister Mukanga said: “It is my great honour to declare the Kigali – Lusaka route officially great to honour to the declare Kigali –route Lusaka route officially great honour declare Kigalithe – Lusaka officially opened. ” ” opened. ”opened. Speaking at the launch, the Chairman of theofRwandAir at the launch, the Chairman the RwandAir SpeakingSpeaking at the launch, the Chairman of the RwandAir Board of Directors, Girma Wake, said: “RwandAir will will of Directors, Girmasaid: Wake, said: “RwandAir Board ofBoard Directors, Girma Wake, “RwandAir will continue to bring Africans together, and connect the continue to bring Africans together, and connect the continue bring Africans together, and connect worldtowith Africa. We strive for a united Africa.” the world withWe Africa. for aAfrica. united world with Africa. striveWe forstrive a united ” Africa.” Traditional Rwandan dance troupe Indangamirwa thrilled Traditional Rwandan danceIndangamirwa troupe Indangamirwa Traditional dance thrilled thrilled guestsRwandan at the event and troupe a local Zambian jazz band guests at the event and a local Zambian jazz band guests at the event and a local Zambian jazzmany bandguests provided entertaining music, which had out provided entertaining music, which had many guests out provided entertaining music, which had many guests of their seats and dancing. To conclude the night, a out pop ofwas their seats To conclude the of their seats and dancing. To conclude thewere night, a night, pop a pop quiz held andand twodancing. lucky attendees awarded quiz and two lucky attendees were awarded quiz was heldwas andheld two lucky attendees were awarded complementary business class tickets for correctly complementary business class tickets for correctly answering two questions RwandAir’s growing complementary business classabout tickets for correctly answering two questions about RwandAir’s network ofquestions destinations. answering two about RwandAir’s growinggrowing network of destinations. network of destinations. The event was supported by Serena Hotels Kigali, who The event was supported byHotels Serena Hotels Kigali, provided accommodation for guests in Kigali aswho well as who a The event was supported by Serena Kigali, celebration cake, whichfor was transported way provided accommodation foringuests Kigali asfrom provided accommodation guests Kigaliallin asthe well as awell as a Kigali tocake, Lusaka. celebration cake,was which was transported all the way from celebration which transported all the way from Kigali to Lusaka. Kigali to Lusaka. RwandAir flies three times weekly from Kigali to Lusaka – Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the lowKigali fare of RwandAir flies three times weekly from toUS RwandAir flies three times weekly from Kigali to Lusaka –Lusaka – $425. The airline has also signed a code share agreement Mondays, Wednesdays andat Fridays at the fare of US Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays the low farelow of US with$425. Proflight as the marketing carrieraon theshare Lusaka – Thehas airline alsoasigned code agreement $425. The airline also has signed code share agreement Johannesburg route, which will also carrier operateonthree times – with Proflight as the marketing the Lusaka with Proflight marketing carrier the Lusaka – a week atas thethe low price US $369.onalso Johannesburg route,of which three times Johannesburg route, which will alsowill operateoperate three times a week at the low price of US $369. a week atwww.rwandair.com the low price of USto$369. Visit book your ticket today.
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Mashariki Film Festival brings the African silver screen to Rwanda A new continental film festival lands in Kigali to share Africa’s latest productions and give budding filmmakers the tools to create cinematic masterpieces. By Arnaud Nkusi
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rom international conferences to prestigious regional and international events, Rwanda continues to open its doors to fresh and promising cultural occasions. As a result, the nation is quickly becoming a melting pot of cultures from around the world. However, when it comes to cinema and the arts of the screen, it has been rare for international festivals to come to the land of a thousand hills. That was until the Mashariki Film Festival rolled into town.
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Above The guest of honour at Mashariki 2015, Kantarama Gahigiri, welcoming the audience to the opening of the festival.
Mashariki is one rare bird that aims to promote Rwandan, eastern and central African films. The festival took place in early 2015 and included more than thirty movies that toured across Rwanda. Mashariki opened with “Tapis Rouge” (Red Carpet) by Fred Bailiff and Kantarama Gahigiri, the latter being the guest of honour at this year’s festival. Kantarama Gahigiri is a Swiss Rwandan with a Masters in International Affairs from the Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva and the New York Institute of Technology, where she honed her
Kigali, had five screening locations, from the Kigali Genocide Memorial to numerous hotels and the Youth Centre in Kimisagara. The land of the thousand hills received great productions and talents from Mozambique, South Africa, France, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Uganda and Sweden. Every screening is certainly a moment of truth for all filmmakers, but also for viewers accustomed to Western cinema and, more recently, to the Indian productions of Bollywood. Nigeria, a major and very young African cinema Rwanda received platform, is no longer the great productions only one in the African and talents from collective memory. Slowly but surely, Mozambique, South through initiatives like Africa, France, Senegal, the festival, the east of Zimbabwe, Uganda and the continent is being Sweden. seen and heard. skills as a writer, producer and film director. This background led her to work on various projects, including fictional independent films, big studio productions and television series. Her films are often shown in the United States, Europe and Africa. Kantarama’s film credits include: “Check” in 2008, “Leila” and “Bigger Than I” in 2009, “Veuillez veiller sur vos reves” (Please Watch Over Your Dreams) in 2010, “The Elevator” in 2011, and “Me + U” – the critically acclaimed TV series that received numerous awards on the Los Angeles scene.
The latest, “Red Carpet”, is the very contemporary tale of a young street mentor and educator in the harsh world of Lausanne’s poor area. Together with his young friends, he has a dream to make a movie. The dream proves to be a big challenge, both for him as a young adult and his students still finding themselves. The Mashariki Film Festival launched the adventure of thirty films shown on screens across Rwanda, including in Nyamagabe Musanze, Rubavu and Rwamagana. The capital,
The guest of honour at Mashariki 2015, Kantarama Gahigiri, shared her enthusiasm for the festival with me: “A festival such as the Mashariki African Film Festival is international in scope. For this first edition, the films were from Rwanda but also from many other African and European countries. So it draws attention to these horizons on Rwanda. Organising events with such large scope is important for Rwanda. It allows us to showcase our beautiful country.”
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Beyond showcasing new films, the festival was a platform for sharing knowledge of the film industry through trainings workshops. Mashariki organised a week of workshops for young Rwandan filmmakers. For seven days, the students had screenwriting, filmmaking and film production training sessions. At the end of the week, they shot two short films, which were then screened at the festival’s closing ceremony. In parallel, there was a week of workshops for professional sound engineers, open to East African filmmakers. The Mashariki sound lab was a technical workshop that equipped young sound professionals with skills in sound techniques. During the workshop, 15 participants from Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya were mentored in the techniques of sound recording for films and completed the course by recording sound for a short film. I headed a filmmaking training session and was very happy to share my experience with students. I found talented people, motivated with things to say. It is important to support and make sure that the Rwandan film industry thrives and is seen by the rest of the world. Over the course of the festival, Mashariki achieved an ambitious goal. With the promise of a new edition every year, the goal is to showcase Rwanda, first in East Africa and probably much further later on, as a true ambassador for the continent.
Mashariki Film Festival Winners On the final night of the festival, a jury of renowned cinema experts awarded the festival’s films in a number of different categories. The jury members included Ogova Ondengo from Kenya, Eliane Umuhire from Rwanda, Jean Luc Fils from Rwanda, Clementine Dusabejambo from Rwanda, Cajetan Boy from Kenya and Aliane Kaneza from Burundi. Best East African Actor Iradukunda Pacifique from Rwandan short film “Gasore”
Best East African Actress Veronica Washeke from Kenyan short film “My Faith”
Best East African Actor Iradukunda Pacifique from Rwandan short film “Gasore”
Best National Short Film “Crossing Lines”, Rwanda
Jury Special Mention – East African Best Short Film “Majambere The Fighter”, Burundi
Best East African Short Film “My Faith”, Kenya
Best East African Documentary “The Springboard”, Burundi
Best East African Narrative Feature Film “The Route”, Uganda
Best Director Francoise Ellong, “W.A.K.A”
Best Film “Virgem Margarida”, Mozambique
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ambassadrice du Rwanda en Afrique de l’Est Un nouveau Festival Continental du Film atterrit à Kigali pour partager les dernières productions de l’Afrique et offrir aux jeunes cinéastes les outils servant à créer des chefs-d’œuvre cinématiques. Par Arnaud Nkusi De conférences internationales en évènements régionaux et internationaux prestigieux, le Rwanda ouvre grand ses portes à des occasions culturelles fraîches et prometteuses. Il en résulte que la nation est entrain de devenir rapidement un mélange de cultures venues de partout dans le monde. Cependant lorsqu’il s’agit de cinéma et des arts de l’écran, c’est très rarement que des Festivals internationaux viennent au pays des mille collines. Cela se passait avant que le Festival du Film Mashariki ne se déploie en ville. FR
Ce bagage l’a conduite à travailler sur divers projets de fiction dont des films indépendants, de grosses productions de studio et des séries télévisées. Ses propres films sont projetés aux Etats-Unis, en Europe et en Afrique. Sa filmographie compte : Check en 2008, Leïla et Bigger than I en 2009, Veuillez veiller sur vos rêves en 2010, The Elevator en 2011. Mais aussi Me + U qui a reçu de nombreux prix à Los Angeles. Et, bien sûre ‘‘Tapis Rouge’’, cette histoire dans l’ère du
Mashariki chez nous ouvre donc ainsi la série de la trentaine de films à projeter aussi bien à Nyamagabe qu’à Musanze, à Rubavu, Rwamagana qu’à Kigali. Si le pays profond compte au moins un lieu de projection, la capitale en compte cinq. Ils vont du site mémorial aux hôtels, en passant par le Centre des Jeunes de Kigali. Le pays des Milles Collines a acceuilli des productions et des talents de génie en provenance du Mozambique, de l’Afrique du Sud, de la France, du Sénégal, du Zimbabwe, de l’Ouganda et de la Suède. Chaque session est un moment de vérité pour les filmographes, certes, mais aussi pour ces spectateurs habitués au cinéma occidental ou plus récemment, aux productions indiennes de Bollywood. Le Nigéria, plateforme majeure et très jeune du cinéma africain, n’est donc plus le seul qui existe dans la mémoire collective africaine. Lentement mais sûrement, grâce à des initiatives comme le festival, l’Est du continent est entrain d’affirmer sa présence et sa voix. L’Invitée d’honneur de l’édition Mashariki 2015, Kantarama Gahigiri a bien voulu partager son enthousiasme avec moi: Un Festival tel que le Mashariki African Film Festival est de portée internationale. Pour cette première édition, les films projetés venaient du Rwanda mais aussi de beaucoup d’autres pays d’Afrique et d’Europe. Donc, il attire donc l’attention de toutes ces régions sur le Rwanda. C’est pour cette raison qu’organiser des événements avec une telle portée est important pour le Rwanda, car c’est une vitrine sur notre beau pays. Au-delà des projections de films prêts à être diffusés, le Festival Mashariki, s’est voulu être une plate-forme d’apprentissage de connaissance des métiers du film en organisant des ateliers de formation. Mashariki a organisé une semaine d’ateliers pour les jeunes cinéastes du Rwanda. Durant sept jours, les étudiants ont eu des cours d’écriture de scénario, de réalisation et de production. A la fin de la semaine, ils ont tourné deux courts-métrages qu’ils ont ensuite projeté à la cérémonie de clôture du festival.
Mashariki est l’unique pionnière qui vise la promotion de films Rwandais, de l’Afrique de l’Est et l’Afrique Centrale. Le festival a eu lieu début 2015 et avait à l’affiche plus de trente films qui ont fait le tour du Rwanda. Mashariki a ouvert la saison avec ‘Tapis Rouge’ (Red Carpet) de Fred Bailiff et Kantarama Gahigiri, cette dernière en étant la marraine cette année. Kantarama Gahigiri est Rwando-Suissesse et a un Master’s degree en Affaires Internationales de l’Institut d’Etudes Internationales et de Développement à Genève et l’Institut de Technologie de New York où elle a gagné ses titres de scénariste, de productrice et de réalisatrice de films.
temps qui raconte le chemin que se fraye un éducateur de rue, dans le monde tourmenté de la jeunesse d’une banlieue de Lausanne. Ensemble, ils travaillent à la réalisation d’un rêve : écrire un film. Un challenge aussi bien pour l’adulte volontaire que pour ces jeunes gens qui se cherchent.
Tout le long du festival, Mashariki a atteint un objectif ambitieux. En promettant de revenir tous les ans, l’objectif est de représenter le Rwanda d’abord en Afrique de l’Est et sans doute plus loin, plus tard en véritable ambassadrice du continent.
En parallèle, il y avait également une semaine d’ateliers pour ingénieurs du son, ouvert aux cinéastes d’Afrique de l’Est. Le labo du son de Mashariki a été un atelier technique qui a équipé les jeunes professionnels du son avec des compétences en techniques du son. Au cours de l’atelier, 15 participants du Rwanda, du Burundi, de Tanzanie, d’Ouganda et du Kenya ont été encadrés dans le domaine des techniques de prise de son pour des films et ont terminé le cours par une séance de prise de son pour un court métrage. J’ai dirigé une session de formation en prise de vues et étais très heureuse d’avoir pu partager mon expérience avec les étudiants. J’ai trouvé des personnes douées, motivées et qui ont des choses à dire. Il est important de les soutenir et de faire en sorte que le cinéma du Rwanda soit produit pour être ensuite vu de par le reste du monde.
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Brussels Eat: Le Temps des Tartines on Rue de Midi is an excellent option for both breakfast and lunch. Enjoy the English breakfast special, fresh salads, and filling sandwiches. Make sure to try some of their fresh pastries and bread, also available for take-away. Sleep: Ideal for both short and long term stays, Suite Home Stéphanie offers five different types of suites and apartments, including the two-floor maisonettes. The apartment hotel is reasonably priced, conveniently located near public transit, and fully furnished with new appliances. Explore: Discover Brussels’ unique comic strip paintings as you walk through the city. There are more than 40 murals around the town centre, including favourites Tintin and Asterix. For more comics, visit the Belgian Centre of Comic Strip Art on Rue des Sables, open Tuesday through Sunday.
Bujumbura Mangez: Au Temps des Tartines sur la Rue du Midi. C’est l’endroit parfait pour le petit déjeuner et le déjeuner. Profitez du petit déjeuner anglais spécial, des salades fraîches, des sandwiches garnis et n’oubliez pas d’essayer leurs gâteaux et pains frais, que vous pourrez également emporter.
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Logez: A Suite Home Stéphanie pour un long ou un long séjour, Il dispose de cinq différents types de suites et appartements y compris des maisonnettes à deux étages. Cet hôtel-appartements situé à proximité des transports publics est complètement meublé, dispose de nouveaux appareils haut de gamme et est à un prix raisonnable.
Sleep: The Hotel Roca Golf is located a stone’s throw from the city centre and has breathtaking views of Bujumbura golf course. You will receive a welcome worthy of a five star hotel from the friendly staff. The rooms are well decorated and equipped with all amenities. During your stay you will enjoy the ‘5R’ concept. An original idea whereby each of the five functional areas starts with the same first letter of Roca: “R”. The development of these areas exudes a sense of harmony – all aimed at bringing comfort to your stay.
Explorez: Les rues de Bruxelles et découvrez des tableaux uniques de bandes dessinées. Il y a plus de 40 peintures murales au centreville, y compris les meilleurs de Tintin et d’Astérix. Pour plus de bandes dessinées, visitez le Centre Belge de la Bande Dessinée sur la Rue des Sables, ouvert du mardi au dimanche.
has a friendly atmosphere and is set amongst beautiful gardens. You can enjoy eating outdoors – the perfect way to beat the heat of Bujumbura after a busy day. We recommend their tender and juicy kebabs (Grand Monsieur) and their sangala fish, delivered right to your table by the chef himself.
Explore: For a great shopping experience the African way, visit one of Bujumbura’s bustling markets. Their vibrant stalls stand out with colourful fabrics and fresh produce. One favourite is the craft market near the U.S. Embassy that’s full of beautiful hand made goods from local artists. Finish your shopping on Chaussée Prince Louis Rwangasore and view their wide range of jewellery. Don’t hesitate to bargain for great prices.
Mangez : Essayez le restaurant Kanowe. Ambiance conviviale dans un beau jardin. En plein air, l’idéal pour supporter la chaleur de Bujumbura après une journée harassante. Nous vous recommandons leurs tendres et juteuses brochettes (Grand Monsieur), ainsi que leur poisson Sangala, présentés avec professionnalisme par le Chef cuisinier en personne. Logez : à l’Hôtel Roca Golf situé à quelques mètres du centre-ville, avec vue imprenable sur le golf de Bujumbura. Vous y trouverez un accueil digne d’un hôtel cinq étoiles et un personnel chaleureux. Les chambres y sont bien décorées et pourvues de toutes les fonctionnalités. Pendant votre séjour, vous profiterez du concept des « 5 R ». Idée originale qui, partant de la lettre initiale de Roca, le « R », décline les espaces fonctionnels e. L’aménagement de ces 5 espaces dégage une impression harmonieuse pour vous apporter le plus grand confort. Explorez: pour une pure expérience de shopping à l’africaine, visitez le marché de Bujumbura, qui se démarquent par ses tissus colorés, et aussi le marché artisanal près de de l’ambassade américaine, recouvert de la beauté d’œuvres d’art d’artistes locaux. Terminez votre shopping sur la chaussée Rwagasore pour ses bijoux dont l’attraction est sans conteste la gamme en ivoire végétal. N’hésitez pas à marchander les prix.
Dar es Salaam Eat: For an informal dining experience try Mamboz Corner BBQ at the corner of Morogoro Road and Libya Street. Sit outside and sample the tangy grilled chicken, beef, and fish. Open daily from 6:30pm onwards, the always busy Mamboz also offers vegetarian options. Sleep: Atlantis Hotel in Oysterbay is an excellent choice for both business and leisure travellers. The boutique hotel, recently under new management, has renovated both its rooms and conference facilities. In addition, the hotel has an incredibly friendly staff, a modern fitness centre, and highspeed Internet. Explore: Enjoy an afternoon outside at the Kunduchi Wet‘n’ Wild waterpark, the largest in the region, located beside the Kunduchi Beach Hotel. Go down the 22 water slides, dance at the rain dance stage, zoom around on go-karts, go for a swim, play in the kids’ area, and eat at one of the five restaurants and bars.
Douala Mangez: Au barbecue Mamboz Corner au coin de la route vers Morogoro et Libya Street pour une expérience gastronomique extraordinaire. Prenez une place sur la terasse et goûtez au poulet grillé, bœuf et poisson aux saveurs tropicales. Ouvert tous les jours de 18h30 à l’aube, Mamboz offre également des plats végétariens. Logez: L’Hôtel Atlantis à Oysterbay est un excellent choix pour ceux qui voyagent pour affaires ou loisir. Ce charmant hôtel, récemment sous un nouveau management, a rénové ses chambres et salles de conférence. En plus l’hôtel dispose d’un personnel d’une sympathie incroyable, un centre de remise en forme moderne et l’internet à haut débit. Explorez: Au parc aquatique de la région KunduchiWet’n’Wildun après-midi à côté de l’Hôtel Kunduchi Beach. Laissez-vous aller sur les 22 glissades d’eau, dansez sur la piste de pluie, roulez à toute vitesse dans un kart, nager, jouez dans la section des enfants puis régalez-vous dans l’un des cinq restaurants et bars.
Eat: At Youpwe, small restaurants by the sea side offer fresh fish caught right before your eyes! A selection is presented to you as soon as it’s out of the water and there is no doubt you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Mangez: Au Youpwe ,les petits restaurants jonchées sur la mer vous offres des poissons frais péchés devant vous ! vous aurez un embarras de choix , parce qu’on vous les présente directement et vous choisirez les quels vous voulez déguster.
Sleep: The Starland Hôtel is a newly constructed four star hotel in the Bonapriso neighbourhood near the flower market. A self-serve continental breakfast is on offer and has a wide range of delicious food. The hotel is equipped with the usual suite of services you’d expect from high end accommodation. A swimming pool offers the chance to relax and escape the heat. The hotel is equipped with Wi-Fi and a magnetic key card gives you access to the lift as well as for the electricity in your room. Enjoy the air conditioning because as soon as you step out of the hotel, you will be met by the oppressive heat of Douala.
Logez: Au Starland Hôtel nouvellement construit ,un Hôtel quatre étoiles situé dans le quartier de Bonapriso près du marché aux fleurs. Petit-déjeuner continental en buffet libre-service avec un vaste choix de qualité. Belles parties communes avec le panel de services classiques des grands hôtel,vous y retrouverez aussi une piscine agréable. L’hotel est equipee d’un Wifi. La carte magnétique vous donne accès aux ascenseurs et pilotant l’électricité des chambres. Profitez à fond de la climatisation parce que quand vous en sortez ,la chaleure etouffante de Douala vous embrasse à bras le corps.
Explore: The coastline is Douala’s number one asset and is perfect for tourists to explore. Visit the Akwa and Bonanjo palaces, the Bonanjo Maritime Museum, the Akwa Craft Centre, the Centenary Church, Cathedral and the ‘Bonanjo comptoir colonial’. One stop you must see before leaving is the flower market in Bonapriso.
Explorez: Sur le plan touristique,la region du littoral possède plusieurs atout, la zone côtière. Visitez les palais à Akwa et bonanjo, le musée maritime à Bonanjo, le centre artisanal à Akwa, l’Eglise du centenaire, la Cathedrale, le comptoir colonial de bonanjo.. Ne terminez pas votre visite sans passer par le marché aux fleurs a Bonapriso.
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Eat: You simply can’t go past the Émeraude Kivu Resort. Enjoy local and international cuisine on the terrace as you take in spectacular views of Lake Kivu and the hills of eastern Congo. The expansive menu includes the local favourite Isambaza (fish), salads, pizza, pasta and a well stocked bar. The signature fresh juice made from local produce is without a doubt the best in town.
Mangez: Il est impossible de faire l’impasse sur l’Émeraude Kivu Resort. Dégustez une cuisine à la fois locale et internationale en profitant d’une vue spectaculaire sur le lac Kivu et le Congo. La carte offre un choix large entre le plat régional, les Isambaza (petits poissons ), les salades, pizza, pâtes et un bar fourni. Le jus de fruit frais fait maison est sans aucun doute le meilleur de la région.
Eat: L’Odika in Libreville’s Louis Quarter mixes local Gabonese flavours with Creole and offers a good selection of vegetarian dishes. Enjoy your meal on the outdoor terrace where reservations are recommended. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner every day except Tuesday, and also offers takeaway and catering services.
Sleep: As soon as you arrive at Émeraude Kivu Resort you know you’re somewhere special. The hotel and restaurant are beautifully appointed with both luxury rooms and tents on offer. The hotel is the newest in Kamembe and conveniently located on a quiet peninsula only 15 minutes from the airport. Wake up to stunning views from your private balcony and stay connected with WiFi throughout the hotel.
Logez: En arrivant à l’Émeraude Kivu Resort, on sait que l’on entre dans un lieu hors du commun. L’hôtel et le restaurant sont aménagés avec goût. Le Resort dispose à la fois de chambres de standing et de tentes. L’hôtel est le plus récent de Kamembe, situé sur un presqu’île paisible à seulement 15 minutes de l’aéroport. Réveillez-vous sur une vue imprenable de votre balcon et restez connecté grâce au service WiFi.
Sleep: Visit the Residence Hoteliere du Phare for a relaxing stay in a charming boutique hotel on the beach where the sound of waves lull you to sleep. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the hotel restaurant and bar serve excellent meals, and guests are often treated to live jazz music.
Explore: Kamembe is a town full of history, serving as a colonial outpost until independence. Many administrative buildings still stand today and are worth discovering. A boat ride is the best way to explore the lake without getting your feet wet. Tracks of untouched forest line the water’s edge and are home to magnificent bird life. Take a late afternoon trip to catch the best sunset in Rwanda.
Explorez: Kamembe est une ville à l’histoire riche. Elle servit d’avant-poste colonial avant l’indépendance. La plupart des bâtiments de cette époque sont toujours présent et valent un coup d’oeil. Une balade en bateau est la meilleure manière de découvrir le lac sans se mouiller. Une forêt touffue tombant dans le lac abrite de magnifiques oiseaux. Faites un tour en fin de journée pour profiter d’un des plus beaux coucher de soleil du Rwanda.
Relax: Take a boat or jet ski from Libreville to Pointe-Denis beach on the peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and Gabon Estuary. Spend the weekend at one of the beach hotels where you can explore the shore, take a trip into the jungle, and see the endangered leatherback sea turtle.
Mangez: Al’Odika situé dans le Quartier Louis de Libreville, sa cuisine mêle les saveurs gabonaises aux saveurs créoles et offre une bonne variété de plats végétariens. Profitez de votre repas sur la terrasse en plein air où il est recommandé de faire une réservation. Le restaurant est ouvert pour le déjeuner et le dîner tous les jours sauf le mardi. Il suggère également des plats à emporter et un service traiteur haut de gamme. Logez: A la Résidence Hôtelière du Phare pour un séjour de détente dans une charmante boutique hôtel à la plage où le son des vagues berce votre sommeil. Les chambres sont propres et confortables. Le restaurant et le bar de l’hôtel servent d’excellents repas et vous offre en supplément de la musique jazz pour rendre le séjour plus agréable. Explorez: Prenez un bateau ou un jet ski de Libreville à la plage de Pointe-Denis à la péninsule entre l’océan Atlantique et l’estuaire du Gabon. Passez le week-end dans l’un des hôtels sur la plage pour explorer la côte puis rendez-vous dans la jungle et plus tard visitez la tortue luth de mer en voie de disparition.
Mombasa Eat: For a delicious meal of fresh seafood, visit the unbeatable Jumba Ruins Monsoons, located north of Mombasa near the Jumba ruins. Described as a “little oasis of paradise,” Monsoons offers a superb selection of seafood, meat, and vegetarian dishes with accompanying wine suggestions. Try the highly recommended seafood platter for two and garlic octopus. Sleep: The ship-themed Voyager Beach Resort north of Mombasa is a beautiful beach getaway. The all-inclusive resort is ideal for families, has three swimming pools (one that is adults-only), and a range of water sports. The friendly staff is happy to organise excursions to local attractions and provide supervised programs for children. Explore: Visit Fort Jesus at the entrance to the harbour for a glimpse into history. Built by the Portuguese in 1593 and now a national museum, Fort Jesus is open daily from 8:00am – 6:00pm. Knowledgeable guides lead tours through the fort and its archaeological exhibits, and there is also an excellent sound and light show.
Nairobi Mangez: Chez l’imbattable Jumba Ruins Monsoons au nord de Mombasa près des ruines de Jumba pour un repas délicieux au fruits de mer. Connu comme un «petit oasis de paradis», Monsoons offre une superbe variété de fruits de mer, viandes et plats végétariens avec des suggestions de vins d’accompagnement. Essayez le plateau de fruits de mer recommandé pour deux et le poulpe à ail. Logez: dans le navire nommé Voyager Beach Resort au nord de Mombasa pour une escapade inoubliable sur la mer. Idéal pour les familles, il dispose de trois piscines, dont une est réservée aux adultes, et une variété de sports nautiques. Le personnel charmant sera ravi d’organiser des excursions vers les attractions locales et s’occuperont des enfants. Explorez: Le Fort Jesus à l’entrée du port pour un aperçu de l’histoire. Construit par les Portugais en 1593 et actuellement un musée national, le Fort Jesus est ouvert tous les jours de 08h00 à18h00. Les guides expérimentés vous conduiront à travers le fort, ses expositions archéologiques et visuelles sous une lumière et des sons magnifiques.
Eat: For an unforgettable meal of fresh fish and seafood visit Tamarind Nairobi located in the National Bank Building. Although expensive, the service is excellent and a lot of care and attention is put into the details. The seafood is flown in daily from the coast and a wide selection of meat dishes is available as well. Sleep: The luxurious five-star Nairobi Serena Hotel is a peaceful retreat in the bustling city centre. Relax by the heated pool, in the beautiful hotel gardens, or in the spacious rooms and executive suites. The Nairobi Serena offers live nightly music, a delicious breakfast buffet, excellent à la carte restaurant, health club and spa, conference centre, and welcoming staff. Explore: Visit Nairobi National Park, the only protected area close to a capital city. The beautiful savannah full of impressive wildlife, including the endangered black rhino, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, elephant, giraffe, and 400 bird species, is located 7km from the city centre. Enjoy a picnic in the park, the Nairobi Safari Walk, and the Animal Orphanage.
Mangez :Au Tamarind Nairobi situé dans le bâtiment de la Banque Nationale pour un plat inoubliable de poisson frais et fruits de mer. Les coûts sont un peu élevés mais le service est excellent avec beaucoup d’attention aux détails. Les fruits de mer sont frais et sont fournis chaque jour en provenance de la côte. Un grand choix de plats de viande est également disponible. Logez : Au somptueux Nairobi Serena Hotel à cinq étoiles. Cet hôtel est une retraite paisible au centre-ville vivement animé. Détendez-vous dans une piscine tiède, dans les jardins magnifiques de l’hôtel ou dans les chambres spacieuses et suites de haut standing. Le Nairobi Serena offre de la musique live tous les soirs, un délicieux petit déjeuner buffet, un excellent service restaurant à la carte, un club de remise en forme et spa, une salle de conférence et un personnel très accueillant. Explorez : Le Parc National de Nairobi, le seul endroit protégé à proximité de la capitale. La belle savane située à 7 km du centre-ville est pleine de faune impressionnante y compris les rhinocéros noirs en voie de disparition, les lions, les léopards, les guépards, les hyènes, les éléphants, la girafe et 400 espèces d’oiseaux. Profitez d’un pique-nique dans le parc, du Nairobi Safari Walk et de l’orphelinat animalier.
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MOVIES Taken 3 Director: Olivier Megaton Cast: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen 109 min | Action | PG-13 | 2015 Ex-government operative Bryan Mills has his life shattered when he’s falsely accused of a murder that hits close to home. As he’s pursued by a savvy police inspector, Mills employs his “particular set of skills” to track the real killer and exact his unique brand of justice. Night at the Museum 3: Secret of the Tomb Director: Shawn Levy Cast: Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson 98 Min | Family | PG | 2014
Jupiter Ascending
Marigold Hotel
Larry spans the globe, uniting favourite and new characters while embarking on an epic quest to save the magic before it is gone forever. The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Director: John Madden Cast: Maggie Smith, Richard Gere, Bill Nighy 122 Min | Comedy | PG | 2015 Sonny has his eye on a promising property now that his first venture, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel for the Elderly and Beautiful, has only a single remaining vacancy - posing a rooming predicament for fresh arrivals Guy and Lavinia. Jupiter Ascending Director: Andy Wachowski, Lana Wachowski Cast: Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Eddie Redmayne 128 Min | Sci-Fi | PG-13 | 2015 A young impoverished cleaner, Jupiter Jones, is targeted by the ruthless son of a powerful intergalactic family, who sees her as a threat to his claim on Earth.
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Sous les Jupes des Filles Director: Audrey Dana Cast: Vanessa Paradis, Géraldine Nakache, Marina Hands 116 Min | Comedy | NR | 2014 The tale of eleven women in Paris over the first 28 days of Spring. Each of them has their own problems, complexes and virtues, but remain elegant and hide their feelings from the world. Will they reach their goals and overcome their difficulties? B For Boy Director: Chika Anadu Cast: Uche Nwadili, Ngozi Nwaneto, Nonso Odogwu 118 Min | Drama | NR | 2014 B For Boy is a contemporary drama set in Nigeria, about one woman’s desperate need for a male child; which reveals the discrimination of women in the names of culture and religion.
Night at the Museum 3: Secret of the Tomb
When One Door Closes Director: Robert Peters Cast: Van Vicker, Carl Payne, Chet Anekwe 120 Min | Drama | NR |2014 A successful lawyer goes on a weekend retreat to escape her foul tempered and abusive husband. She meets a prominent Nigerian doctor who feels trapped by his wife, whom he married for a green card, and together they begin to tackle the issues they face. Bobby Jasoos Director: Samar Shaikh Cast: Vidya Balan, Ali Fazal, Mahima A 121Min | Comedy | NR | 2014 Bobby is a wannabe private detective living in a middle class orthodox family in Hyderabad. She solves petty neighbourhood cases but gets her big break when a rich client asks her to find two missing girls.
SHOWS Gotham - Pilot 60 Min | Drama Detective Gordon moves to crime ridden Gotham. The good. The evil. The beginning. Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world’s greatest foes - a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon’s story and his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? How I Met Your Mother - The Best Man 60 Min | Comedy While Barney prepares for his wedding to a mystery bride, he and Ted reminisce about Punchy’s wedding; including when Marshall and Lily announced they were having a baby. Meanwhile, Robin considers telling Barney she has feelings for him.
Gotham Pilot
Vipo - Africa & Vipo Land 30 Min | Family “VIPO – Adventures of the Flying Dog” is an exciting new action/adventure animation series for television, aimed primarily at young children and their families. The Green Lantern - Into the Abyss 30 Min | Family The Green Lanterns are called upon to save a cargo ship caught in a dangerous black hole-type anomaly. With help from Red Lantern Razer and The Interceptor’s Aya, Hal and Kilowog must rescue the ship and its valuable cargo before they’re all crushed.
How I Met Your Mother
The Green Lantern
Vipo
RwandAir Music
GLOBAL SOUNDS
Noel Gallagher Chasing Yesterday Birds The second studio album by the English rock band fronted by former Oasis member Noel Gallagher. The album features the single ‘In the Heat of the Moment’. Chilly Gonzales Chambers Chilly Gonzales, Canadian pianist and entertainer, returns with his much anticipated follow-up to Solo Piano II: Chambers, which sees him finding a modern take on chamber music.
Catrin Finch & Seckou Keita Clychau Dibon A stunning, shared musical journey between two world class virtuosos - Welsh harpist Catrin Finch and West African kora player Seckou Keita.
Chilly Gonzales
Bjork Vulnicura The eighth studio album by the Icelandic musician features the single ‘Stonemilker’. The album also includes the track ‘Atom Dance’ which features guest vocals from Antony Hegarty.
Jose Gonzalez Vestiges & Claws The third full-length solo release from the Swedish singer-songwriter sees him continuing to create subtle, soft pop that will wash away all your worries. Ibeyi Ibeyi Ibeyi’s debut album consits of an unusual blend of chants and jazzy hip hop. This is one for fans of FKA Twigs and Damon Albarn. The album includes the singles ‘Ghosts’ and ‘River’.
Jose Gonzalez
Avi Avital
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Stereophonics Just Enough Perform The third album from the Cwmaman rock trio is a more mature work. Stand-out tracks include ‘Mr Writer’ and ‘Lying in the Sun’.
Avi Avital Vivaldi Avi Avital re-imagines the sounds of Venice in this vivid homage to the most beloved composer of the Italian Baroque, Antonio Vivaldi.
RwandAir Radio
RADIO SKYDREAM
World Genre Sit back and enjoy a collection of Inspiring sounds from around the world. This channel features artists such as Marvin and Joyce Moreno.
Radio SkyDream Radio Sky Dream is guaranteed to cater for all musical tastes. Sit back and enjoy the smooth sounds of RwandAir’s favourite artists.
Easy Listening Enjoy the feel good sounds of the Easy Listening channel. Featuring great tracks from artists such as Chris de Burgh, Bob Crewe and Barry Manilow. Contemporary Tune in to a collection of contemporary tracks from various artists. Including Sam Smith, Estelle and Jill Scott. A mixture of great contemporary tracks from various artists.
Ibeyi
International Featuring the biggest hits of the moment, this collection is specially selected to get you singing along! With tracks from the likes of Coasts, Erasure and Jake Isaac. This channel features the biggest hits of the moment. Oldies Take a trip back in time with this selection of golden oldies! Featured artists include: Stevie Wonder, The Four Wonders and The Marvelettes. Classical & Opera If classical music is more your cup of tea, be sure to check out the classical channel. Featured artists include Britten Sinfonia & Thomas Gould.
Stereophonics
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Entebbe Just 40km from Uganda’s capital, Kampala, Entebbe’s position on the shores of Lake Victoria makes it a popular destination in its own right. Entebbe has hotels with spectacular lake views, restaurants, bars and colourful markets - what more could you need?
Libreville
Brazzaville
Libreville is the capital and largest city of Gabon. The city is a port on the Komo River, near the Gulf of Guinea, and a trade centre for a timber region. Its population is less than 1 million. Libreville features a tropical monsoon climate with a lengthy wet season and a short dry season. Libreville’s wet season spans about nine months, with a heavy amount of rain falling during these months.
The capital of Republic of the Congo, not to be confused with neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Kigali
Libreville
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Mon,Fri, Sun
Libreville
WB212
Kigali
Days
Kigali
Entebbe
Days
Flight No.
Mon,Tue, Sat
Flight No.
Mon, Tue, Thur, Sat
WB 422
Libreville
Tue, Fri, Sun
WB 420
Days
Mon, Wed, Thur, Sat
WB 420
Mon, Fri, Sun
Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 434
Daily
WB 450
Entebbe
WB 213
Kigali
Days
Douala
Flight No.
Flight No.
Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 425
Mon, Tue, Thur, Sat
WB 423
Mon, Tue, Thur, Sat
WB 433
Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 435
Daily
WB 460
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WB 212
Libreville
Mon, Tue, Sat
Kigali
Brazzaville
Days
Flight No.
Wed, Sat
WB 210
Brazzaville
Flight No.
Thur, Sun
WB 211
WB 213
Douala
Days
Flight No.
Wed, Sat
WB 210
Douala Flight No.
Kigali
Days
Brazzaville
Douala
Days
Brazzaville is located on the Congo River and the country stretches all the way to a small Atlantic coastline. The country is home to over 100,000 Western Lowland Gorillas and also home to the Livingstone Falls.
Days Thur, Sun
Brazzaville Flight No. WB 211
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Johannesburg
Bujumbura
Five hours from Kigali, Johannesburg is a long way, but it’s worth it! All you could desire - at your fingertips...
Bujumbura is the capital of Burundi. The city is located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. A highlight is the Bora Bora resort.
Nearby attractions include The Johannesburg Lions Park, situated about 45 minutes away from Johannesburg a must see for all ages.
Kigali
Kigali
Johannesburg
Days
Flight No.
Tue, Thur, Sat, Sun Johannesburg
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun Kigali
WB 100
WB 101
Johannesburg via Lusaka
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Wed, Fri Johannesburg Days Tue, Thur, Sat
WB 100
Kigali via Lusaka
Bujumbura
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
WB 480
Tue, Thur, Sat, Sun
WB 482
Mon, Wed, Fri,
WB482
Thur
WB484
Tue, Sun
WB484
Bujumbura
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
WB 481
Tue, Thur, Sat, Sun
WB 483
Mon, Wed, Fri
WB483
Thur
WB485
Tue, Sun
WB485
Nairobi A scenic day’s drive from the Masai Mara National Park, Nairobi is a bustling city teeming with life. Modern hotels, outstanding restaurants and topnotch shops combined with traditional markets and world-class safaris.
Flight No. WB 101
Kigali
Nairobi
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat
WB 402
Tue, Thur, Sat
WB 460
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 460
Nairobi
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Daily
WB 450
Daily
WB 403
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Lusaka
Kilimanjaro
Mombasa
The gateway to Tanzania’s incredible wildlife heritage, Kilimanjaro International Airport serves the cities of Arusha and Moshi, and the international tourism industry based on Mount Kilimanjaro, Arusha National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park.
Mombasa is the second-largest city in Kenya. Lying next to the Indian Ocean, it has a major port. The city also serves as the centre of the coastal tourism industry
Kigali
Kigali
Kigali
Kilimanjaro
Lusaka
Days Mon, Wed, Fri
Lusaka
Tue, Thu, Sat
Days
Tue, Thu, Sat
WB 440
Kilimanjaro via Dar es Saalam
Days
Flight No.
Wed, Fri
WB 441
Kigali Flight No.
WB 100
Wed, Fri
WB 441
Kigali via Dar es Saalam
Flight No.
Days
Flight No.
WB 101
Tue, Sun
WB 440
Flight No.
Mon, Wed, Fri
Days
Tue, Sun
Days
Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Flight No.
Kilimanjaro
Days
Lusaka
Days
Flight No.
Kigali
WB 100
Lusaka Flight No. WB 101
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Dubai
Days
Kilimanjaro
Lusaka is the capital and largest city of Zambia. One of the fastest-developing cities in Southern Africa, Lusaka is located in the southern part of the central plateau at an elevation of about 1,279 metres (4,195 feet). Lusaka is the centre of both commerce and government in Zambia and connects to the country’s four main highways heading north, south, east and west.
Mombasa
Flight No.
Tue, Thur, Sat
Dubai
WB 302
Mombasa
Days Wed, Fri, Sun
Flight No. WB 303
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Dubai
Mombasa
Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is located south of the Persian Gulf on the Arabian Peninsula and has the largest population with the second-largest land territory by area of all the emirates, after Abu Dhabi.
Mombasa is the second-largest city in Kenya. Lying next to the Indian Ocean, it has a major port. The city also serves as the centre of the coastal tourism industry.
Kigali
Dubai
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
Dubai
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Tue, Thur, Sat
Kigali
WB 301
Dubai (via Mombasa)
Days
Mombasa
Days
Mombasa Days Wed, Fri, Sun
Kigali Flight No. WB 302
Tue, Thur, Sat
Accra is the capital of the West African country of Ghana. Located on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea, and with a metro area population of more than 4.3 million.
Kigali
Days
WB 303
Flight No.
Tue,Thur, Sat, Sun
Accra Flight No.
Acrra WB 200
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Mon,Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 201
Flight No.
Tue, Thur, Sat
Dubai
WB 300
Kigali
Accra
WB 302
Kigali (via Mombasa)
Days Wed, Fri, Sun
Flight No. WB 303
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Dar Es Salaam
Lagos
Formerly Mzizima, it is the largest city in Tanzania. It is also the country’s richest city and a regionally important economic centre. Dar es Salaam is actually an administrative province within Tanzania, and consists of three local government areas or administrative districts
Lagos is a port and the most populous conurbation in Nigeria. With a population of 7,937,932, it is currently the third most populous city in Africa after Cairo and Kinshasa
Kigali Days
Flight No.
Wed, Fri
WB 441
Mon, Thur, Sat
WB 442
Flight No.
Tue, Sun
WB 440
Mon, Thur, Sat
WB 443
Dar es Salaam (Via Kilimanjaro)
Days
Flight No.
Tue, Sun
WB 440
Dar es Salaam
Flight No.
Tue,Thur, Sat, Sun
Lagos
Kigali (Via Kilimanjaro)
Days
Flight No.
Wed, Fri
WB 441
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WB 200
Kigali
Days Mon,Wed, Fri, Sun
Kigali
Days
Kigali
Lagos
Days
Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam
Kigali
Flight No. WB 201
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Douala
Nairobi
Juba
Douala is the largest city in Cameroon, the capital of Cameroon’s Littoral Region and the richest city in the whole CEMAC region of six countries.
A scenic day’s drive from the Masai Mara National Park, Nairobi is a bustling city teeming with life. Modern hotels, outstanding restaurants and topnotch shops combined with traditional markets and world-class safaris.
Juba is the capital and largest city of the Republic of South Sudan. It also serves as the capital of Central Equatoria, one of the ten states of South Sudan. The city is situated on the White Nile and functions as the seat and metropolis of Juba County.
Kigali
Douala (via Libreville)
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Fri, Sun
Douala
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Mon, Tue, Sat
Kigali
WB 212
WB 213
Douala (via Brazzaville)
Days
Flight No.
Wed, Sat
WB 210
Douala Days Thur, Sun
Kigali Flight No. WB 211
Kigali
Nairobi (via Entebbe)
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Daily
WB 450
Nairobi
Kigali (via Entebbe) Flight No.
Daily
WB 460
Kigali
Entebbe (via Nairobi)
Flight No.
Wed, Fri, Sun
Juba
Days
Juba (via Entebbe)
Days
Kigali
Days
Flight No.
Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 435
Mon, Tue, Thur, Sat
WB 433
Days
Flight No.
Entebbe
Daily
WB 460
Days
Entebbe
Kigali (via Nairobi)
Days
Flight No.
Daily
WB 450
Entebbe Days
Flight No.
Daily
WB 450
Nairobi
Entebbe
Days
Flight No.
Daily
WB 460
Juba Flight No.
Tue, Thur
WB 432
Mon, Sat
WB 432
Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 434
Juba
Nairobi
WB 434
Entebbe
Days
Flight No.
Tue, Thur
WB 433
Mon, Sat
WB 433
Wed, Fri, Sun
WB 435
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RWANDAIR MARKS RWANDAIR MARKSKWIBUKA21 KWIBUKA21 REMEMBER, UNITE, REMEMBER, UNITE,RENEW. RENEW. Every year, year, RwandAir RwandAir staff Every staff visit visitgenocide genocide memorials across the country to remember memorials across the country to remember the more than one million Rwandans killed in the more than one million Rwandans killed in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The visits the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The visits are part of the company’s Kwibuka21 activities. are part of the company’s Kwibuka21 activities. Kwibuka is the Kinyarwanda word for ‘remember’. Kwibuka is the Kinyarwanda word for ‘remember’. This year, airline staff visited the Ntarama This year, staff visited the Ntarama Memorialairline in Bugesera. The team toured the Memorial in Bugesera. toured theits former Ntarama churchThe andteam learned about former Ntarama church and learned about history and the events that took place there its history the eventsRwandAir that tookstaff place there during and the Genocide. brought during Genocide. RwandAir staff flowersthe to put on the mass graves, as abrought gesture of flowers to put the mass as a gesture honouring theon victims of thegraves, Genocide. Among of honouring victims of the Genocide. Among those who the visited was RwandAir’s CEO, John those who visited was RwandAir’s CEO, John Mirenge. In his remarks, he said: “We need to Mirenge. his past remarks, he said: “We so need learn fromInour and teach others we to can learn ourfuture past and teach others soand wethe can buildfrom a bright for this generation build next.”a bright future for this generation and the next.”
AsAspart remembrance activities, partofofthe theKwibuka21 Kwibuka21 remembrance activities, RwandAir staff also travelled to Murambi to visit RwandAir staff also travelled to Murambi to visit Genocide survivors there. RwandAir supported Genocide survivors there. RwandAir supported the survivors by providing various donations. the survivors by providing various donations. Earlier this year, RwandAir renovated their houses Earlier this year, RwandAir renovated their houses and connected them to the electrical grid. The and connected them to the electrical grid. The team was warmly welcomed by the survivors team was warmly bysharing the survivors who expressed theirwelcomed gratitude by gifts whoRwandAir. expressed their gratitude by sharing gifts with with RwandAir. Kwibuka is an important time to remember what Kwibuka isunite an important to happens remember what happened, to ensure ittime never happened, unite totoensure never happens again, and continue be partit of Rwanda’s again, and continue to be part of Rwanda’s ongoing journey of renewal. ongoing journey of renewal.
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RwandAir prior RwandAircounters counterswill willopen open3 3HRS HRS prior to departure departure DUBAI DUBAIINTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AIRPORTTERMINAL TERMINAL11 Once the check-in is completed you can Once the check-in is completed you can proceed to immigration / transit lounge proceed to immigration / transit lounge and report to boarding gate on time as and report to boarding gate on time as indicated on your boarding pass. Boarding indicated on your boarding pass. Boarding Closes 30 minutes prior to departure.
Closes 30 minutes prior to departure.
BAGGAGE DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT This year, RwandAir selected Rockwell Collins’ “RwandAir is one of Africa’s fastest growing This year, RwandAir Rockwell Collins’ “RwandAir is aone Africa’s fastest growing ARINC commonselected use passenger processing airlines. As keyof pillar in the development ARINCsystems common passenger processing As a key pillar in RwandAir the development anduse related technologies to support airlines. of Rwanda’s economy, is playing the and airline’s strong passenger growth. Under of Rwanda’s a key role in successfully developing Kigali systems related technologies to support economy, RwandAir is playing a new five-year contract, RwandAir will International Airport as developing a new hub atKigali the heart the airline’s strong passenger growth. Under a key role in successfully the following systems: of Africa. With the renovation of Kigali and the a newimplement five-year contract, RwandAir will International Airport as a new hub at the heart selection of ARINC airport systems, RwandAir implement the following systems: of Africa. With the renovation of Kigali and the clearly understands the need for providing • ARINC vMUSE™ common use check-in selection of ARINC airport systems, RwandAir scalable and customizable that are • ARINCplatform vMUSE™ common use check-in clearly understands the needsolutions for providing on international standards, ” Mr Hickox said. •platform ARINC AirVue Flight Information Display scalable and customizable solutions that are System (FIDS) • ARINC AirVue Flight Information Display on international standards,” Mr Hickox said. Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the • AirDB 7, the latest generation ARINC System (FIDS) development and deployment of innovative Airport Operational Database (AODB) Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the • AirDBsystem 7, the latest generation ARINC communication and aviation electronic development and deployment of innovative Airport Operational Database (AODB) solutions for both commercial and communication and aviation electronic system The company’s The new airport systems will improve the ease government applications. solutions for both commercial and expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin with which RwandAir passengers check-in The new systems will improve The company’s electronics,applications. mission communications, and airport go through the airline’s hub atthe theease Kigali government with which RwandAir passengers check-in expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin International Airport. simulation and training, and information and go through the airline’s hub at the Kigali electronics, mission communications, management services is delivered by a global International Airport. simulation and workforce, andtraining, a serviceand andinformation support network “We selected Rockwell Collins because management services is delivered by a global that crosses more than 150 countries. we were impressed by their reputation for excellentRockwell customerCollins service,because as well as the workforce, and a service and support network “We selected The introduction of the new systems builds history of successful project implementations that crosses more than 150 countries. we were impressed by their reputation for for other airports in our as region, said John on RwandAir’s recent major milestone in excellent customer service, well”as the the IATAofOperational Safety Audit, Mirenge, the Chief Executive Officer at Thepassing introduction the new systems builds history of successful project implementations which resulted in the acquisition of theinIOSA RwandAir. on RwandAir’s recent major milestone for other airports in our region,” said John certificate. RwandAir is committed operate passing the IATA Operational Safety to Audit, Mirenge, the Chief Executive Officer at withresulted the highest international industry “The African aviation industry has been which in the acquisition of the IOSA RwandAir. experiencing steady growth over the past standardsRwandAir and the new partnershiptowith certificate. is committed operate several years,” said Paul Hickox, Managing Rockwell Collins will help the airline to achieve with the highest international industry “The African aviation industry has been this goal. Director, IMS EMEA for Rockwell Collins.
standards and the new partnership with experiencing steady growth over the past Rockwell Collins will help the airline to achieve several years,” said Paul Hickox, Managing this goal. Director, EMEA Rockwell Collins. 102 IMS | FLY OURfor DREAM TO THE HEART OF AFRICA
BAGGAGE DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Five (5) pieces of checked in luggage is Five (5) pieces of checked in luggage permitted per passenger. Each piece of is permittedshould per passenger. baggage not exceedEach 150 piece CMS of baggage should not exceed 150 Height CMS Length + 50 CMS Width + 40 CMS Length + 50 CMS Width + 40 CMS Height in dimensions and 30 KGS in weight (excess baggage charges will30apply). in dimensions and KGS in weight (excess
baggage charges will apply). ONE PIECE OF CABIN BAGGAGE
ONE PIECE OF CABIN BAGGAGE
Should not exceed 50 CMS Length + 37CMSnot Width +25 50 CMS Height in Should exceed CMS Length dimensions and 10 KGS in weight.
+ 37CMS Width +25 CMS Height in dimensions and 10 KGS in weight.
EXCESS BAGGAGE RATES
EXCESS BAGGAGE RATES
All baggage in excess of free checked baggage allowances is charged at a fixed All baggage in excess of free checked fee depending on the route you are baggage to allowances is charged at a fixed travelling or from Kigali.
fee depending on the route you are travelling from Kigali. Thank You to for or choosing to fly with RwandAir.
Thank You for choosing to fly with RwandAir.
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Greetings / Salutations English
French
Kinyarwanda
Hello Good morning Good afternoon Good evening Goodbye How are you?
Salut Bonjour Bon après midi Bonsoir/Bonne nuit Au revoir Comment allez vous?
Bite Mwaramutse Mwiriwe Muramuke Mwirirwe Amakuru?/Muraho?
I am fine My name is…. What is your name?
Je vais bien Je m’appelle… Quel est votre nom?
Ni meza Nitwa…. Witwa nde?
Directions /Directions Where are you going? I am going…. Turn right Turn left Go straight Please stop here
Où allez-vous? Je vais… Tournez à droite Tournez à gauche Allez tout droit Arrêtez vous ici, s’il vous plaît
Ugiye hehe? Ngiye…. Ukate iburyo Ukate ibumoso Komeza imbere Ihangane uhagarara hano
Where is the hotel?
Où est l’hôtel?
Hoteli iri hehe?
Days of the week / Jours de la semaine Sunday Dimanche Monday Lundi Tuesday Mardi Wednesday Mercredi Thursday Jeudi Friday Vendredi Saturday Samedi Useful Phrases / Les Phrases Utiles I need a taxi/moto How much is that? Where are the restrooms? Where can I get something to drink? Thank you very much
J’ai besoin d’un taxi/moto Combien ça coûte? Où sont les toilettes? Où puis-je trouver quelque chose à boire? Merci beaucoup
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Kucyu mweru Kuwa mbere Kuwa kabiri Kuwa gatatu Kuwa kane Kuwa gatanu Kuwa gatandatu Ndashaka taxi/moto Ugurisha anaghe?/ Nangahe? Ubwiherero buri he? Nihe nabona icyo kunywa? Murakoze cyane
Take advantage of our growing network
Dar es salaam Entebbe Kamembe
Amsterdam Brussels
Douala
Jubaa
Accra
to G uan g Zh ou
Instanbul
Mumbai
Dakar Banjul
Sokoto
Monorovia
Addis Abbaba
Kano Abuja Lagos Lome Enugu Accra Cotonou Oweri Port - Harcourt Douala Abidjan
Juba Entebbe
Sao Tome Libreville Pointe Noire
Brazzaville
Nairobi
Kamembe Kigali Bujumbura
Mombasa
Arusha Dar es Salaam
Lusaka Luanda Lusaka
Harare
Windhoek
Brazzaville
Lagos
Gaborone Johannesburg Mbabane
Maputo Durban
Mombasa Bujumbura Nairobi
Kilimanjaro
Dubai Libreville reville
Dubai
Jo’burg
RwandAir Direct Flights RwandAir Partnerships RwandAir RwandAir Planned Routes
In the air Boeing 737-700NG
Bombardier Q-400 NextGen
Seating Capacity: 12 Business Class and 108 Economy Class
Seating Capacity: 7 Business Class and 60 Economy Class
Cargo Capacity: Cubic Meters
27.3m3
Cargo Capacity: Cubic Meters
14.2m3
Overall length: Meters
33.60m
Overall length: Meters
32.83m
Wingspan: Meters
35.79m
Wingspan: Meters
28.42m
Overall Height: Meters
12.50m
Overall Height: Meters
8.40m
Cabin width: Meters
2.20m
Cabin width: Meters
2.03m
Cabin height: Meters
3.50m
Cabin height: Meters
1.95m
Max takeoff weight: Kilograms
64000kgs
Max takeoff weight: Kilograms
29,574kgs
Max cruise speed: Kph
810kph
Max cruise speed: Kph
667kph
High Speed Cruise: Kph
780kph
High Speed Cruise: Kph
646kph
Long Range Cruise speed: Kph
760kph
Long Range Cruise speed: Kph
532kph
Bombardier CRJ-900 NextGen
Boeing 737-800NG
Seating Capacity: 7 Business Class and 68 Economy Class
Seating Capacity: 16 Business Class and 138 Economy Class
Cargo Capacity: Cubic Meters
16.81m3
Cargo Capacity: Cubic Meters
44.0m3
Overall length: Meters
36.37m
Overall length: Meters
39.50m
Wingspan: Meters
24.85m
Wingspan: Meters
35.79m
Overall Height: Meters
7.45m
Overall Height: Meters
12.50m
Cabin width: Meters
2.57m
Cabin width: Meters
2.20m
Cabin height: Meters
1.89m
Cabin height: Meters
3.50m
Max takeoff weight: Kilograms
38,329kgs
Max takeoff weight: Kilograms
79015kgs
Max cruise speed: Kph
901kph
Max cruise speed: Kph
810kph
High Speed Cruise: Kph
901kph
High Speed Cruise: Kph
780kph
Long Range Cruise speed: Kph
836kph
Long Range Cruise speed: Kph
760kph
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Gender*: Tick as appropriate Male Female
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DREAM MILES ENROLLMENT FORM
REFFERAL MEMBER ID.
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Please send your email to dreammiles@rwandair.com or call +250788177000 for any further assistance.
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1. Earning status and bonus miles on tickets purchased and flown on RwandAir. 2. Redeeming miles for ticket purchase, upgrades, and companion awards 3. A host of tier benefits including:- Priority wait listing, upgrade to business class, check-in and boarding, excess baggage allowances, guaranteed seats, and exclusive benefits for, Silver, Gold and Diamond members.
Dream Miles is an exclusive program that offers a range of privileges to our frequent flyers, all designed to enhance your journey before, during and after your flight. With this program, you get to enjoy a world of benefits, convenience and personalized service whenever you travel with us, including:
Safety & Luggage | all you need to know
Ensuring Your Safe Flight To & From The Heart Of Africa FLIGHT INFO SAFETY: Your safety and comfort are important to us. Please watch the demonstration or the video of the emergency equipment before takeoff. For more information refer to the safety leaflet in the seat pocket in front of you.
TAKE-OFF:
Immediately after takeoff the aircraft climbs very steeply. Shortly afterwards you will hear a reduction in the engine sound, but the aircraft will continue to climb. All aircraft cabins are pressurized. Due to change in pressure during takeoff and landing, some passengers may experience slight discomfort in the ear. Relieve this by swallowing, yawning or pinching the nostrils gently and breathing out whilst keeping lips sealed. Should you feel unwell at any time, please ask the cabin crew for assistance.
LANDING:
After touch down, you may notice an increase in engine noise level due to the reverse thrust being applied to assist braking. Please remain seated until the engines have been switched off and the doors are opened. Before leaving the aircraft, ensure you have all your belongings with you. Always keep your belt fastened until the plane comes to a complete stop.
EXCESS BAGGAGE
All baggage in excess of free checked baggage allowances is charged at a fixed fee depending on the route you are travelling to or from Kigali.
SEATING
The position of your seat can be adjusted by pressing the button located at the arm rest. For take-off and landing, all seats must be in the upright position.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Electronic Devices may not be used during taxiing, take-off, climbing, descent and landing. This includes laptop computers, remote-controlled games, radios, portable TVs and mobile phones, all of which may interfere with the safe operation of the aircraft.
IN-FLIGHT INFO
Passengers are looked after by qualified cabin staff. Do not hesitate to ask them for assistance.
MEALS
A hot meal will normally be served during long-haul flights. A healthy snack is served on regional flights.
REST ROOMS
T&T Events is a Rwandan company specialising in the planning and coordination of luxury weddings, conferences and corporate and social events.
Toilets are fully equipped with soap, towels and cleansing pads. Please note that all toilets are fitted with smoke detectors we therefore ask that you refrain from smoking in the toilets
NON-SMOKING
All RwandAir flights are non-smoking. If found smoking on board you may be prosecuted.
Contact T&T at tt.eventsmanagement@gmail.com
or call
+250 788 856 242 to make your next event one to remember.
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Contact us KIGALI HEAD-OFFICE Kigali International Airport Main Building (top floor), P.O. Box 7275 Kigali Tel. (+250) 738 177 000 / Fax (+250) 252 503686 Email: info@rwandair.com KIGALI SALES OFFICE Ground Flour, UTC Mall City Center Tel (+250) 738 177 000 Email: reservations@rwandair.com KIGALI AIRPORT SALES (24/7) Kigali International Airport Tel. (+250) 732 154 018 Email: reservations@rwandair.com KAMEMBE Airport Building Kamembe Town Tel. (+250) 788751695 / (+250) 788863012 (+243) 994600962 Email: sales.kamembe@rwandair.com ARUSHA Plot 15 – A area T Swahili St. Tropicana Shop Center (1st Floor) Tel. (+255) 732 978 558 / Fax (+255) 732 978 501 Email: sales.tz@rwandair.com JOHANNESBURG 156 Bram Fischer Drive Randburg Tel (+27) 11 289 8050 Email: sales.johannesburg@rwandair.com O.R. Tambo International Airport Terminal B, 1st floor Tel: (+27) 11 390 2456 / (+27) 11 390 3234 / Fax (+27) 11 390 2457 Email: sales.johannesburg@rwandair.com BRAZZAVILLE Immeuble Ebatha Franck 96, Bis Avenue Charles de Gaulle, Plateau Ville Tel. (+242) 066 465555 / (+242) 066 435555 / (+242) 069 705550 Email: sales.brazzaville@rwandair.com DAR ES SALAAM Viva Towers 2nd Floor, Room 19 Tel. (+255) 022 210 3435 Email: sales.dar@rwandair.com Dar es Salaam Tanzania MOMBASA Moi International Airport P.O. Box 94662 – 80115 Tel. (+254) 736 99 9931 / (+254) 712 99 9931 Email: sales.mombasa@rwandair.com
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LIBREVILLE En face de BICIG, Centre Ville Immeuble Ex-Air Afrique, 1 er etage, BP 734 Libreville Tel. (+241) 017 40511/12 Cel. (+241) 077 97157 Email: sales.libreville@rwandair.com BUJUMBURA 14 Chaussee Prince Louis Rwagasore Jubilee Center Tel. (+257) 222 51850 / (+257) 222 51849 / Fax (+257) 222 54266 Email: sales.bujumbura@rwandair.com KAMPALA Rwenzori Courts, Gr. Floor, Lumumba Avenue Tel. (+256) 414 3448512/2 / Fax (+256) 414 34485 Email: sales.kampala@rwandair.com DUBAI OFFICES Office no.29, Mezzanine floor Al Rais Shopping Centre Al Mankhool St., Burdubai Tel: (+971) 43 555 013 / / Fax: (+971) 43 555 014 Email: sales.dubai@rwandair.com LAGOS UNTL Building 1, Davies Street, Marina Tel. Office (+234) 1-4633124/5/6 Tel. Airport (+234)1-8426588 Email: sales.lagos@rwandair.com DOUALA 6 rue Christian Tobie 1.077, Bonanjo Tel. (+237) 33423586 / (+237) 33423587 (+237) 50645572 Email: sales.douala@rwandair.com ACCRA Sales Office 603 Block 6, Section 019 Ringway Estates Behing Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, Osu-RE Tel. (+233) 302 797 486 / (+233) 540 101 543 Email: sales.accra@rwandair.com LUSAKA Intercontinental Hotel Ground Floor Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Ground Floor. Office : (+260) 968 345 259 / (+260) 963 015 130 Email : sales.lusaka@rwandair.com JUBA Airport Business Centre – Ground Floor Airport Rd, Tong Ping Area Office : +211927010569 / +211954890607 Airport :+211956411523 Email: sales.juba@rwandair.com
NAIROBI International Life House Mezzanine 1, Mama Ngina St. Landlines: (+254) 20 3343870 / 2220918 Mobile phones: (+254) 72 2387863 / (+254) 73 3151386 Airport Office line: (+254) 72 2390669 Email: sales.nairobi@rwandair.com
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Employee Focus
EMPLOYEE FOCUS Remy Nsengimana Engineering and Planning Manager
Tell us about yourself and your family.
My family has been based in the now Ruhango District in Rwanda’s Southern Province for many decades. I was born and grew up in a devout Catholic family, which included a number of priests and nuns. I was educated at seminaries and only left to volunteer for my country. Among many other things, in the seminary I learnt hard and quality work at a young age. I am the third of seven children, the oldest of whom was killed in the Genocide against the Tutsi.
When did you join the RwandAir team and what was your first position? I joined RwandAir in October 2010 as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
Tell us about your career before joining RwandAir and since then.
My professional career started with the Rwandan Patriotic Army, that later became the Rwanda Defence Forces. From there, I was selected to be among the first Air Force cadets in 1997. I was sent to the Ethiopian Defence Engineering College and graduated in 2001 with a Distinction. Afterwards I participated in a training in England and then started working for Silverback Cargo as a maintenance engineer on the MC Donnell Douglas DC862CF aircraft. My work consisted of maintaining aircraft,
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I learnt that aviation maintenance must always be done to the highest international standards. My passion for aviation was born during those years.
accompanying flights as an engineer and coordinating operations when they occurred away from the base. Working for Silverback greatly sharpened my troubleshooting skills because the technology was old and while resources were scarce, we had to keep the planes flying. Most of all, I learnt that aviation maintenance must always be done to the highest international standards. My passion for aviation was born during those years.
What do you enjoy most about working with RwandAir? Striving for and maintaining the highest aviation standards.
What is your favourite RwandAir destination and why? As a member of RwandAir family, Dubai is my favourite destination for the simple reason that it generates much revenue due to its high number of passengers. Personally, I also find Dubai to be the most attractive city on our network because it’s a great place for both business and pleasure.
What are your dreams for the future?
I dream of being part of a bigger and stronger RwandAir that will make its presence felt even more in Africa and overseas.
RWANDAIR’S COMMITMENT TO YOUR SAFETY RwandAir was founded with a mission to provide safe, secure and reliable air transportation services. This mission could only be realised if our new generation fleet was maintained to the highest international standards. As a result, RwandAir has recruited and trained maintenance engineers to a world-class level, no matter how expensive or time consuming the programmes have been. Groups of engineers, after completing initial aviation training, have been working alongside experienced engineers from renowned maintenance organisations. The project has already borne tangible results. Our aircraft maintenance engineers keep the RwandAir fleet in excellent working order. They inspect the various equipment and devices on aircraft, including engines, landing gear, flight instruments, pressurised components, brakes, valves, pumps, and any other part of the plane that requires regular maintenance. They also perform repairs, finding and fixing problems that pilots describe after flights. They must work quickly and safely so that the aircraft can be put back into service as soon as possible. Aircraft maintenance technicians are always required to keep records and write reports on their preventative maintenance and repair work.
Working alongside our mechanical engineers are development and planning engineers who gather technical data from the airframe, engines and equipment’s manufacturers as well as relevant regulatory bodies. Any updates, changes or modifications are translated into RwandAir’s fleet requirements and their implementation meticulously planned. These could be scheduled maintenance as well as mandatory and non-mandatory modifications. Today, RwandAir has six engineers who are already certified on the Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft and nine awaiting authorisation on the Bombardier CRJ-900 Next Generation aircraft. In addition, this year we received five engineers who have successfully completed their initial training from the Ethiopian Aircraft Maintenance Technician School. Another group of ten is also expected to graduate late this year. We also have three development engineers being inducted into their future area of work. They will be trained until they are well seasoned to assume all continuous airworthiness duties for the RwandAir fleet. To maintain our vision and commitment to your safety, more engineers will join the RwandAir maintenance and engineering family in the coming years. This team will ensure we meet our evergrowing fleet maintenance needs and continue to be one of the most awarded airlines in Africa. RWANDAIR INZOZI MAGAZINE
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URI MWIZA MAMA Koko uri mwiza si ukubeshya Sinkurata bimwe bisanzwe Abantu benshi bakabya cyane. Amezi cyenda mu nda yawe Untwite ugenda wigengesereye Udahuga wanga ko mpugana. Ngo igihe mvutse ntarareba Umfureba neza ndanezerwa Ngira ubushyuhe imbeho ntiyaza Imbehe yanjye ubwo ikaba ibere. Imirimo yawe ndayigutesha Imiruho yanjye ndayigukwiza Amarira yanjye ndayagutura Ariko ukagira uti: »Kira kibondo! » Nzakurata uko bigukwiye Ibere ryawe ni indahinyuka Kuko ndikesha ibyiza byinshi. Amaraso meza ahorana ubusire Umubiri mwiza utagira inenge Bwa bugingo buzira indwara Ngo ejo ntazabona nituye! Murezi utanga urugero rwiza Uri Nyampinga ukagira ubuntu Ntabwo urambirwa kuntamika Ntujya usiba no kunkorera Nyir’urugwiro nzagushima
Mubyeyi impamo ntimpahamure. Ururimi rwawe rugaba ituze Urugero rwawe nzarutora N’umuco mwiza njye nkwigana Nzakurikiza isuku yawe Mawe nshima uri Mudasumbwa Sinakunganya undi mubyeyi. Ishuri ryawe riruta ayandi Ubwenge bwa mbere wantoje Ni bwo nahereyeho njya kwiga. Kutiganda mfasha n’abandi Ibyo mbikesha umutima wawe Ntabwo wangomwe urwo rukundo Utagukunda Rugori rwera Ntacyo yaba amaze mu Rwanda. Mutima mwiza uzira umunabi Ineza yawe ivamo urukundo Sugira sangwa uri Rudasumbwa. Abo wibyariye tukurate Data azaguhe urugukwiye Rumwe udukunda utizigamiye N’uwaguhanze aguhore hafi Azakurinde amakuba yose. Ni ibyo ndangirijeho none Ariko nzongera ngusubire Kuko uri mwiza mawe nkunda.
Que t’es belle Maman! Oui tu es sans égale Maman, point de mensonge Je ne peux pas te louer comme une personne ordinaire. Neuf mois dans tes entrailles Me portant avec tant de prudence Faisant attention à tout pour que Je reste sain A ma naissance, avant que Je n’ouvre mes yeux Tu m’as couvert Loin du froid tu me gardais Ne vivant que de ton sein Tu as abandonné ton travail Te sacrifiant pour mon bien-être Quand Je pleurais jours et nuits Tu étais toujours la pour me dire : « ne pleures pas mon bébé » Jamais Je me lasserais de te louer! Ton sein m’a nourrit Grâce à lui Je suis plein de vie. De ton sang mon sang coule dans mes veines Un corps sain et bien portant Une vie saine et sauve.
Bienveillante Don céleste sans faille Tes mots me reconfortent Ton modèle Je le suivrais Ta conduite J’imiterai Je me forcerais d’être propre comme Toi Mère sans égale Personne n’est de ton calibre Ton éducation est la meilleure. De toi Je tiens une fondation solide Qui m’a servi quand J’allais a l’école Ton cœur m’as appris à servir les autres sans me plaindre C’est toi que J’essaie d’imiter Tu ne m’as pas privé de ton amour. Mère qui n’inspire que l’amour. Ceux qui résistent à ton amour ne sont pas digne du Rwanda. Combien est précieuse ta bonté, ô Mère! Ta bonté n’est que source d’amour Longue vie a toi Mère sans égale Tes enfants ne feront que tes éloges
Pour un avenir meilleur M’éduquant avec ton bon exemple T’es une Mère incomparable Tu ne te lasses point de me nourrir.
Que notre Père te comble d’amour A l’instar de ce que tu nous remplis Que l’Eternel protège dans tout et partout Qu’il te garde de tout mal Tel est mon vœu aujourd’hui.
Travaillant dur pour moi Je m’excéderais pour te célébrer o Mère
Je reviendrai avec plus de panégyriques Parce que tu es une Mère sans égale.
Complete the Sudoku puzzles so that every row, column, and 3x3 box in the grid contains each digit from 1-9 inclusive. Start with the first puzzle and work DOKU your way up! ://www.lesudokugratuit.com
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Sudoku niveau : Sudoku Débutant
udoku niveau : Sudoku Débutant
Sudoku rille numéro : 43612 1
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Grille Sudoku Débutant à imprimer du dimanche 10 mai 2015 06:00:01
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Grille Sudoku Débutant à imprimer du dimanche 10 mai 2015 18:00:01
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Grille numéro : 43615
Solution: Sudoku 3
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8 3 5 3 5 2 8 7 7 9 1 4 6 5 2 7 2 3 99 38 4 6 5 1 1 8 6 8 1 2 4 5 3 7 9 4 6 2 4 9 5 7 6 1 5 7 8 2 3 9 9 4 5 6 3 1 8 3 8 4 7 2 8 9 2 1 6 4 7 1 9 5 3 6 8 1 7 3 5 7 8 4 2 6 2 9 1 5 9 5 8 1 6Puzzle 3 by websudoku.com 8 1 Solution: Sudoku 4 7 9 8 4 3 2 5 6 7 1 7 5 2 1 6 4 9 3 8 3 1 6 7 9 8 5 4 2 6 4 3 2 8 1 7 9 5 5 2 1 9 4 7 3 8 6 8 7 9 5 3 6 2 1 4 1 Sudoku 6 7 niveau 4 5: Sudoku 3 8 Débutant 2 9 4 Grille 9 numéro 5 8 : 7436122 1 6 3
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9 3 5 4 2 1 7 8 6 7 6 4 8 3 5 9 1 2 8 8 1 2 3 6 9 5 7 3 7 5 4 5 2 9 3 5 7 1 2 8 9 4 6 3 3 1 4 9 5 1 8 6 8 4 2 7 6 2 7 2 8 6 7 4 3 5 9 5 1 9 4 3 8 1 5 8 3 7 2 6 4 9 8 6 2 9 3 9 5 6 4 1 1 7 8 1 4 9 7 7 1 5 6 8 2 2 3 5 9 5 8 1 6 3 8 1 7
Grille numéro : 43615 4 Sudoku
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Sudoku niveau : Sudoku Facile
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le Sudoku Débutant à imprimer du dimanche 10 mai 2015 06:00:01
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4 7 4 8 3 1 2 1 2 7 5 7 9 4 3 1 6 8 2 2 5 1 5 2 6 6 3 9 4 8 4 1 6 8
2 3 8 6 1 39 4 5 7 5 2 6 8 4 5 9 1 4 9 8 7 2 1 7 3 8 5 1 7 4 6 9 2 3 6 4 7 1 5 7 8 Sudoku 3 1 Solution: Sudoku niveau : Sudoku Débutant 7 3 9 6 1 2 8 5 4 Grille numéro : 43621 2 6 8 4 7 5 1 9 3 45 1 4 9 3 8 6 7 2 7 4 8 93 2 6 11 42 7 5 3 8 1 2 4 87 3 5 2 6 7 1 9 5 7 1 79 54 3 83 9 2 4 6 81 96 18 22 5 3 4 6 7 2 5 11 9 8 5 3 4 2 7 6 5 6 52 76 8 9 4 3 2 1 6 3 9 4 8 4 1 Sudoku 6 8 Solution: 2 9 3 5 4 2 1 7 8 6 7 6 4 8 3 5 9 1 2 8 1 2 6 9 7 3 5 4 5 7 1 2 8 9 4 6 3 3 4 9 5 1 6 8 2 7 2 8 6 7 4 3 5 9 1 1 5 8 3 7 2 6 4 9 6 2 3 9 5 4 1 7 8 4 9 7 1 6 8 2 3 5
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7 3 9 6 1 2 8 5 4 Sudoku 3 2 6 8 4 7 5 1 9 3 1 2 8 5 1 4 9 3 8 6 7 2 6 4 9 9 2 6 1 4 7 5 3 8 7 4 6 4 8 3 5 2 6 7 1 9 1 27 5 3 8 94 2 45 6 8 9 1 1 2 5 3 47 6 7 6 6 1 9 82 5 3 94 2 7 96 55 7 8 93 4 3 2 1 2
Grille numéro : 43621 2 Sudoku Grille Sudoku Débutant à imprimer du dimanche 10 mai 2015 18:00:01
3 2 6 8 4 1 4 9 2 1 5 1 7 9 2 4 7 5 7 8
Complétez les puzzles du Sudoku de telle sorte que chaque rangée, colonne et chaque boîte 3x3 de la grille contienne tous les chiffres de 1 à 9. Commencez par le premier puzzle et montez de niveau!
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