Author Archives: Elly Tumwesiga

Why is eco-tourism a growing trend in Rwanda?

Rwanda, an east African country lying close to the equator, it is a pleasant equatorial climate and home to diverse flora and fauna. As one of the fastest growing and densely populated nations in the world, human activities such as … Read More

Rwanda’s eco-tourism hotspots: A quick guide to a sustainable travel in the land of a thousand hills

While Rwanda benefits from being the fastest growing economy of the world, receiving 1.22 million visitors annually accounts for serious challenges to eco-tourism and sustainability of its limited wildlife resources. Rwanda has 3 national parks, few forest reserves and rich … Read More

Rwanda Names 22 Baby Gorillas at Kwita Izina

Rwanda has named 22 baby gorillas at the 12th edition of Kwita Izina. The event that rocked Musanze  witnessed the naming of 22 babies that were born in the Volcanoes National Park between September 2015 to August 2016. The