On Monday, March 24, Rwanda, through the Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA), launched the Kigali Urban Transport Improvement Project (KUTI), a Rwf 140 billion initiative aimed at improving Kigali’s urban transport infrastructure by upgrading three key road junctions: Chez Lando, Gishushu, and Kicukiro/Sonatubes. Approved in December 2024, the project will be implemented in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB). It will commence with the redevelopment of these three critical intersections to enhance traffic flow and urban mobility. The initiative is expected to create a

On Monday, March 24, Rwanda, through the Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA), launched the Kigali Urban Transport Improvement Project (KUTI), a Rwf 140 billion initiative aimed at improving Kigali’s urban transport infrastructure by upgrading three key road junctions: Chez Lando, Gishushu, and Kicukiro/Sonatubes. Approved in December 2024, the project will be implemented in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB). It will commence with the redevelopment of these three critical intersections to enhance traffic flow and urban mobility. The initiative is expected to create approximately 400 temporary jobs during the construction phase, with 30% of these opportunities reserved for women. Speaking at the launch event, Fidele Abimana, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Infrastructure, stated that Kigali City plans to upgrade 11 road junctions, including Chez Lando, Gishushu, and Kicukiro/Sonatubes. Other planned activities include the upgrading of key junctions at Gisozi (Kinamba area), Nyabugogo, Rwandex, and Kibagabaga, as well as the development of designated bus lanes, cyclist lanes, overhead pedestrian bridges, and improved accessibility for persons with disabilities (PWDs). On the same day, RTDA also launched the Burundi-Rwanda Integrated Development Project (BRIDEP). Approved in October 2024, this regional initiative aims to enhance transport and agricultural infrastructure between Rwanda and Burundi to boost economic resilience and regional trade. With total financing of USD 413.22 million, the project includes the construction of four asphalt roads totaling 215.3 km, feasibility studies for an additional 406 km of roads, socio-economic impact assessments, and three maritime transport studies to strengthen cross-border connectivity and development.

Kigali City plans to upgrade 11 road junctions, including Chez Lando, Gishushu, and Kicukiro/Sonatubes.

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