Roads in Rwanda

The roads in Rwanda are AMAZING.


There are several Principal Roads throughout the country that are tarmaced and are a credit to the engineering skills of the Chinese and the hard work of the Rwandan people.These roads connect the major towns to the capital city, Kigali. They also connect the country to neighbouring countries of Uganda,DRC, Tanzania and Burundi.


When you see the beautiful mountainous terrain in this country you can appreciate the difficulties of travel.

 Out of the towns, travel is more difficult. I had the great pleasure of being able to do a tour of Muhanga District in a 4x4 with my Director of Education. Our district stretches to the north of the country and there are some remote, out lying areas. 


There is a massive road building programme going on throughout the country. Most of the work is done by people power. Earth is moved away from the hillside to the other side of the road in order to widen the carriageway. In the rainy season the roads become incredibly muddy and the earth is loose and treacherous. 

Drains are dug along the whole length of the road to provide run off for the heavy rains. After this the drains are fortified with rocks held together with cement. The drains become a thing of beauty with their multi coloured lining. 


When the roads are finished the communication links for everyone, including education and health workers will be much improved and access to remote areas will be much easier.


 Until then, we persevere in all weathers!!


Judy and I will be making such a journey on Monday and Tuesday to visit four schools so think of us and pray that the rains hold off for another night.


Thank you, sending my love to you all. xxxxx