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richdefem
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Registration: 29 January 2018
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Room for rent? by ellenv
Hello, I'll arrive in Kigali 22nd of June. I'm looking for a place to stay for about 6 to 7 weeks during my research visit. Preferably, I hope to find a room in a house or appartment. If you have a room available or know people who do, please ...
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investment opportunities in rwanda by james wahinya
What is the cost of buying a plot for building a house in kigali
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@james wahinya Cost of land depends on the area. The closer to the city of Kigali, the more expensive. The further from the city of Kigali, the less expensive the cost of land. You can easily get land in Kigali for $50,000 USD and you can get land ... Read More
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Accommodation Which area is the best to live by beauport
Hello, My husband and myself are moving to Rwanda. Which area is the best to live in please. We don't have children so doesnot need to be near schools. But, we would like to be close to the social life etc. Also, is it possible to rent 3/4 ...
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@beauport The answer to this is relative. Your needs will primarily dictate the location. However, Nyarutarama seems to be the best for me. Again, what is best for me might not be best for you. Nyarutarama is a prime location where members of the ... Read More
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Starting a commercial cleaning company in Kigali by Salmanahdy
I was planning to start a commercial cleaning company in Kigali. I do not know if this is a good idea. Not sure whether I will be able to get clients (contracts) since I never lived in Kigali before. Any suggestions will be much appreciated. Thanks.
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Starting a commercial cleaning company in Kigali by Salmanahdy
I was planning to start a commercial cleaning company in Kigali. I do not know if this is a good idea. Not sure whether I will be able to get clients (contracts) since I never lived in Kigali before. Any suggestions will be much appreciated. Thanks.
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Hi, can you hook up with me on Whatsapp? My number is *** Read More
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Starting a commercial cleaning company in Kigali by Salmanahdy
I was planning to start a commercial cleaning company in Kigali. I do not know if this is a good idea. Not sure whether I will be able to get clients (contracts) since I never lived in Kigali before. Any suggestions will be much appreciated. Thanks.
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Hello, I had the same experience recently. I set up a mobile aplication to connect buyers and sellers together. I opened an office in Kigali City Plaza and I employed a young man to manage 25 sales rep. While I was there, i spent a hell of a lot of ... Read More
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Naturalisation and citizenship in Rwanda by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Rwanda? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
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That reference link is not working - can this be updated for the forum please? Read More
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Process of buying land in Kigali by richdefem
Hello forum, I am Canadian, but I'll like to buy land in Kigali in March of this year 2018. Can you please advise me on what to do, and what steps to take to buy land safely, without being a victim of fraud? Thanks everyone
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If anyone is interested in understanding how to buy land in Rwanda (Kigali), you can get in touch with me on this forum. I have successfully bought two pieces of land (plots) in Kigali. I might be able to help in narrating the process to you. All ... Read More
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Seeking Business Opportunity $40,000 USD by wrhurst
Hello all, Greetings, Is $40,000 enough to launch a sustainable business that I can live off of in Rwanda? Or! If I partner with someone investing the same amount, is this something that's do-able in terms of making money and thriving? I'm ...
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Hello Wrhurst, I am not Rwandese, but I love the country so much. It is indeed a great and upcoming economy, peaceful with lots of potentials. Between November 2017 and August 2018, I have been to Rwanda 3 times. I can tell you for sure that it ... Read More
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New members of the Rwanda forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Rwanda forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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New members of the Rwanda forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Rwanda forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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Process of buying land in Kigali
Hello forum, I am Canadian, but I'll like to buy land in Kigali in March of this year 2018. Can you please advise me on what to do, and what steps to take to buy land safely, without being a victim of fraud? Thanks everyone Read More
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New members of the Rwanda forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Rwanda forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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My name is Richard, I live in Oshawa, Canada. I am new to this forum and I hope it will help me out. I visited Kigali for the first time in November 2017 and i was there for 10 days. I really liked Kigali t the extent that I'm planning to return ... Read More