Organize your move to Rwanda

Member since 16 February 2011

JulieTeam20 October 2011 13:36:56

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Hi all,

we invite you to share your experience about moving to Rwanda.

Here is a list of questions which might help the ones preparing their move to Rwanda:

What would you bring and what would you leave behind?

Is it a good idea to bring furniture or domestic appliances?

Any foodstuffs that are banned in Rwanda?

Is it better to bring a car or to buy one once settled in Rwanda?

Any advice for the ones who are moving to Rwanda?

Thank you in advance for your participation

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fourfulwilers Member

Member since 30 October 2011

fourfulwilersMember30 October 2011 20:26:22

Is it better to bring a car or to buy one once settled in Rwanda? What cars can be easily serviced in Kigali?

GuestPoster241 Guest

GuestPoster241Guest12 December 2011 19:36:52

With any Toyota, you get spare parts easily and cheaply (Some specialized garages).

rugdavid New member

Member since 22 March 2012

rugdavidNew member03 April 2012 00:25:02

What would to bring and what to leave behind?
clothes (everything light is good because the weather is so hot)

Good to bring furniture or domestic appliances or not?
Domestic appliances could be brought but the cost of energy is quiet high. A cooking gas of 12.5l cost more than $30, and electricity is quiet expensive. Most, if not all appartments are furnished, no need to bring your furnitures. I case you need any, you can buy them locally.
Any foodstuffs that are banned in Rwanda? No

Better to bring a car or buy one in Rwanda?
Better buy one locally. You can have a good running second hand Toyota 4*4 for around 10k. Do not think other brands if you are still willing to bring your own car. Toyota is the most popular brand here.

Cheers,

David