Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental human right and a key driver of sustainable development. For years, communities in Bugesera District struggled with limited access to clean water, forcing residents—especially women and children—to travel long distances across steep terrain. This daily burden affected school attendance, public health, and economic productivity.

Today, that burden has been lifted. The Nyarugenge Extension Water Supply System Project, supported by WaterAid Rwanda and implemented in partnership with AYATEKE Star Company Ltd, has been successfully completed and inaugurated. Beneficiaries are now enjoying reliable access to clean water and improved sanitation, transforming daily life across the region.

Project Achievements

• Construction of the Nyarugenge Extension Water Supply System, now fully operational
• Installation of three inclusive school latrines at EP Rugando, EP Murambi, and EP Ngenda
• Development of two inclusive health facilities at Gihinga Health Post and Nyarugenge Health Center
• Setup of two handwashing stations to promote hygiene and prevent disease

These facilities are designed to be inclusive, safe, and accessible to all—especially children and individuals with disabilities—ensuring dignity and improved health outcomes.

Location & Status
• District: Bugesera, Eastern Province, Rwanda
• Construction Phase: III (Completed and Inaugurated)

Partners Behind the Impact

• Bugesera District
• WaterAid Rwanda
• AYATEKE Star Company Ltd

With clean water flowing and sanitation services in place, communities are experiencing a renewed sense of well-being. School attendance has improved, health risks have decreased, and families now have more time for education, farming, and economic activities. This project directly supports Rwanda's Vision 2050, the National Strategy for Transformation (NST-1), and SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, reinforcing the country's commitment to inclusive and sustainable development.

Access to clean and safe water is the foundation of healthy, empowered communities. For years, residents in Rwanda's rural areas—particularly in Kirehe District—faced daily challenges due to limited access to drinking water. Long treks across steep terrain to fetch water consumed valuable time, especially for women and children, and hindered progress in education, health, and economic development.

Today, that burden has been lifted. The Rubona Extension Water Supply System Project, supported by WaterAid Rwanda and implemented in partnership with AYATEKE Star Company Ltd, has been successfully completed and inaugurated. The system is now fully operational, and the population is already enjoying its transformative benefits.

What the Project Delivered

• A fully functional Rubona Extension Water Supply System, providing reliable access to clean water across the district
• Three inclusive latrines constructed at:
  • EP Kabagera
  • GS Mugogo
  • GS Muhero

These sanitation facilities are designed to be accessible to all, including children and individuals with disabilities, ensuring safety, dignity, and improved hygiene in schools.

Location & Phase
• District: Kirehe, Eastern Province, Rwanda
• Construction Phase: II (Completed and Inaugurated)

Project Partners

• Kirehe District
• WaterAid Rwanda
• AYATEKE Star Company Ltd

With clean water now flowing and inclusive sanitation in place, communities are experiencing real change: improved school attendance, better health outcomes, and more time for education, farming, and economic activities. This project stands as a powerful example of how infrastructure can unlock opportunity and dignity.

It also supports Rwanda's national development goals under Vision 2050, the National Strategy for Transformation (NST-1), and contributes directly to SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.

Access to safe drinking water is vital for healthy communities and sustainable development. In Rwanda, rural populations have long faced challenges due to water scarcity, with families and livestock relying on distant and difficult sources. This burden has limited opportunities for education, health, and economic growth.

Today, that reality has changed for communities in Kirehe District, thanks to the successful completion and inauguration of the Gashanga–Rusumo Border Water Supply System Project. Supported by WaterAid Rwanda and implemented in partnership with AYATEKE Star Company Ltd, this Phase I initiative is now fully operational—and residents are already enjoying its benefits.

The project delivers a reliable water supply system and includes three inclusive latrines at EP Kimeshu, EP Nyagahanga, and EP Kagera. These facilities are designed to serve all students, including those with disabilities, improving hygiene and dignity in schools.

With clean water now flowing and sanitation improved, the community is experiencing a positive shift: reduced time spent fetching water, better school attendance, improved health outcomes, and renewed energy for local development. This milestone aligns with Rwanda's Vision 2050, the National Strategy for Transformation (NST-1), and global goals such as SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.

Project Partners:

• Kirehe District
• WaterAid Rwanda
• AYATEKE Star Company Ltd