22/09/2021
๐จALERT RWANDA ๐ท๐ผ
If in Rwanda for the first time or planning to come I think It could be wise to consider these tips .
10 Tips to Know if you are new to /In Rwanda ๐ท๐ผ
1. Dressing Modesty : Rwanda is still a very cultured country so wearing short skirts can attract a crowd to you all over the streets .
2. Sunglasses are for some people : Hear me out , make sure before you wear sunglasses you must not be a local or black people , white people wearing sunglasses is considered normal but a fellow African is considered arrogant !
3. Make sure you are so socialized : I repeat you must be so socialized , everywhere you go in Rwanda , Greetings comes first , hello ( Muraho ) , Good morning ( Mwaramutse ) , Goodbye ( Murabeho ) make sure you tell these words to everybody around you !
4. When going shopping :make sure you are with a local cause prices are high for foreigners but prices are relatively low for almost every product in Rwanda
5. Make sure you are aware of all laws in Rwanda : Rwanda is considered to be the most lawful nation in Africa so penalties , offences and fines are very high for law breakers . example Throwing a plastic bottle in the streets could lead to serious fines .
6. Discipline must be a essential tool : Eating while walking is considered Rude , Giving up your bus seat to older people is considered good habit .
7. House Rent is still low
8. Transport cards are essential in order to move freely especially in Kigali
9. Everywhere you go , you will find an officer whether a Night watchmen , DASSO , Police or sometimes the National Army
10. Rwanda is relatively clean , so make sure to comply with these rules otherwise fines are awaiting , trash bins are everywhere around the streets so make sure to throw the trash where it must be !
Bonus : Don't be surprised to find people sweeping the streets in the whole of Kigali .
What do you know of Rwanda ๐ท๐ผ ??