Rwanda

World Vision began operations in Rwanda in 1994 in response to the humanitarian crisis caused by the genocide. In 2000, the mission moved from relief to long-term development and supporting children in Rwanda. Today, we impact the lives of more than one million Rwandans with a focus on the most vulnerable children and women.

Partnering since

1994

people reached

115,324

programs

6

Level of Fragility

Low Developing

Gender Equality Rank

79.4%
CHANGE

households who report being able to save money in a formal savings account with a bank or credit union increased from

49% to 68%

Kahi

2016 - 2022
CHANGE

households using a basic drinking water facility increased from

54% to 91%

Rugarama

2019 - 2022
Progress

48,564people had access to safe drinking water.

Progress

34,926people are participating in activities that provide spiritual nurture and encouragement for children.

Progress

23,993community members have access to formal or informal financial and business development services.

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Country Details

World Vision began operations in Rwanda in 1994 in response to the humanitarian crisis caused by the genocide. In 2000, the mission moved from relief to long-term development and supporting children in Rwanda. Today, we impact the lives of more than one million Rwandans with a focus on the most vulnerable children and women.
World Vision Rwanda

For the first six years of our work in Rwanda, World Vision's key focus was relief and rehabilitation for the close to 3 million people that were displaced because of the genocide. In the year 2000, we began long-term, child-focused area programs in different parts of the country, helping vulnerable children and their families with interventions in the areas of education and child sponsorship; health and nutrition; water, sanitation and hygiene; and the economic empowerment of households.

Our more than 300 staff in Rwanda currently work in 23 out of 30 districts of the country, supporting more than a million people —especially children.

Through our programs, we partner with children, families and their communities to help them reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice in Rwanda, making sure that all children:

  • Enjoy good health and nutrition
  • Have access to clean water and improved sanitation facilities
  • Are educated and prepared for life's challenges and opportunities
  • Are protected from harm
  • Experience the love of God and their neighbours
  • Are participating in the decisions that affect them and their communities
  • Live in resilient families and communities with diversified livelihoods that are able to provide for their current and future needs
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Results

Unless otherwise stated, data presented on this page reflects the most up-to-date results of World Vision Canada programs reported between October 2022 and September 2023, and any previous fiscal years available. Previously reported data may not match the current presentation as we continuously receive and refine data from our programs. If you have any questions, kindly reach out to us.