Kwita Izina, directly translated as “to name”, is a uniquely Rwandan event which was introduced in 2005 with the aim of creating awareness of conservation efforts for the endangered mountain gorilla. The event organized by Rwanda Development Board (RDB), is considered to be the biggest event on Rwanda’s tourism calendar. The event is always preceded…

With a projected economic growth rate of 6-7%, Rwanda is one of the fastest emerging economies in the world over, however like others, this growth comes with inherent and evolving societal dynamics that challenge this economic growth. The rapid growth of Rwanda’s population and urbanisation also throws up several challenges that if not dealt with…