Hiking trails in Rwanda create opportunities, but not for everyone
Keza smiles for the camera. She is one of the Rwandan schoolchildren who now study in English from the 1st grade at one of the schools in Bumba, made possible by income from tourism. Photo: Elis Josefsson/Utvecklingsmagasinet
Of: Elis Josefsson
Rwanda has invested heavily in tourism and making its unique nature accessible to attract visitors. Along the Congo Nile Trail, FUF correspondent Elis Josefsson meets enthusiasts who, through tourism, create opportunities for the development of local communities. At the same time, major challenges remain in the country, such as widespread poverty and a lack of educational opportunities.
May 6, 2025, FUF-correspondents, Reportage