The initiative is the result of a partnership between government agencies the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency (RURA) and the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), as well as the Rwanda Hotel and Restaurant Association, the City of Kigali and internet service providers (ISPs).
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| Jubilant primary school pupils using internet connected laptops in Kigali, Rwanda |
The Initiative is aimed at provision of free broadband Wi-Fi Internet access in public places that include commercial buildings, Bus Stations, Airport, in public transport buses and cabs; Improving Internet connectivity and access in Hotels and restaurants; establishing online automated navigation system for direction using the newly implemented street and home addressing information system; Introducing automated ticketing and taxi meters in public transport; and electronic payments systems to improve financial services.
The Minister of Youth and ICT, Jean Philbert Nsengimana
hails this initiative which will contribute in delivering better
services; he stressed that high speed internet connection is very
useful; “We want broadband Internet accessibility to be a basic need for
everyone where people can be able to access information anytime and
this will speed up the country’s development where citizens can also get
various services online,” noted Minister Nsengimana.
he Mayor of the City of Kigali Fidele Ndayisaba pointed out that, “This is yet another step in advancing the use of ICT in our city and it will enhance service delivery, access to information for the city residents”.
Mayor Ndayisaba also emphasized that, “High speed internet connection and easy access will also make the visitors’ experience in Kigali more enjoyable”. He added that the City of Kigali is committed to the use of ICT for a better City.
To start with, free Wi-Fi in public places will be provided at Union Trade Center, Kigali City Tower, Kigali City Market, MTN Center, Nyabugogo Bus Park, Remera-Kisementi, Stade Amahoro, Kigali Public Library, Kanombe International Airport, KBC, Kacyiru Ministere, KIST and KIE. Internet connectivity at these sites will be powered by BSC Ltd, MTN Rwanda, TIGO Rwanda Ltd, AIRTEL, LIQUID Telecom and ISPA.
Automated taxi meters have also been installed in some taxicabs showing the fare to be charged for a trip. The automated taxi meters will protect both drivers and passengers from fare-based conflicts.
To improve financial services, the Electronic Payments Systems has been enhanced to promote efficient use of existing payments systems such as ATM’s VISA cards and others that facilitate electronic transactions.
he Mayor of the City of Kigali Fidele Ndayisaba pointed out that, “This is yet another step in advancing the use of ICT in our city and it will enhance service delivery, access to information for the city residents”.
Mayor Ndayisaba also emphasized that, “High speed internet connection and easy access will also make the visitors’ experience in Kigali more enjoyable”. He added that the City of Kigali is committed to the use of ICT for a better City.
To start with, free Wi-Fi in public places will be provided at Union Trade Center, Kigali City Tower, Kigali City Market, MTN Center, Nyabugogo Bus Park, Remera-Kisementi, Stade Amahoro, Kigali Public Library, Kanombe International Airport, KBC, Kacyiru Ministere, KIST and KIE. Internet connectivity at these sites will be powered by BSC Ltd, MTN Rwanda, TIGO Rwanda Ltd, AIRTEL, LIQUID Telecom and ISPA.
Automated taxi meters have also been installed in some taxicabs showing the fare to be charged for a trip. The automated taxi meters will protect both drivers and passengers from fare-based conflicts.
To improve financial services, the Electronic Payments Systems has been enhanced to promote efficient use of existing payments systems such as ATM’s VISA cards and others that facilitate electronic transactions.
Depending
on where residents of Kigali are walking, riding through or lurking —
they may be lucky enough to benefit from the city’s new tech initiative.
According to The New Times,
the program launched September 20 grants free wi-fi access to those in
areas including restaurants, King Faisa hospital, Nyabugogo Taxi Park,
commercial buildings and public buses.
Part of the ‘Smart Kigali’ initiative aims to allow visitors and tourists easy access to city landmarks and mapping while being able to utilize convenience services on the web. Collectively, internet providers Tigo and Airtel, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda Development Board and the Rwanda
- See more at: http://afkinsider.com/22636/rwanda-smart-kigali-initative-provides-free-internet-throughout-city/#sthash.b1v3ILbo.dpuf
Part of the ‘Smart Kigali’ initiative aims to allow visitors and tourists easy access to city landmarks and mapping while being able to utilize convenience services on the web. Collectively, internet providers Tigo and Airtel, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda Development Board and the Rwanda
- See more at: http://afkinsider.com/22636/rwanda-smart-kigali-initative-provides-free-internet-throughout-city/#sthash.b1v3ILbo.dpuf
Depending
on where residents of Kigali are walking, riding through or lurking —
they may be lucky enough to benefit from the city’s new tech initiative.
According to The New Times,
the program launched September 20 grants free wi-fi access to those in
areas including restaurants, King Faisa hospital, Nyabugogo Taxi Park,
commercial buildings and public buses.
Part of the ‘Smart Kigali’ initiative aims to allow visitors and tourists easy access to city landmarks and mapping while being able to utilize convenience services on the web. Collectively, internet providers Tigo and Airtel, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda Development Board and the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency made the project possible, according to The New Times.
- See more at: http://afkinsider.com/22636/rwanda-smart-kigali-initative-provides-free-internet-throughout-city/#sthash.b1v3ILbo.dpuf
Part of the ‘Smart Kigali’ initiative aims to allow visitors and tourists easy access to city landmarks and mapping while being able to utilize convenience services on the web. Collectively, internet providers Tigo and Airtel, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda Development Board and the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency made the project possible, according to The New Times.
- See more at: http://afkinsider.com/22636/rwanda-smart-kigali-initative-provides-free-internet-throughout-city/#sthash.b1v3ILbo.dpuf
Depending
on where residents of Kigali are walking, riding through or lurking —
they may be lucky enough to benefit from the city’s new tech initiative.
According to The New Times,
the program launched September 20 grants free wi-fi access to those in
areas including restaurants, King Faisa hospital, Nyabugogo Taxi Park,
commercial buildings and public buses.
Part of the ‘Smart Kigali’ initiative aims to allow visitors and tourists easy access to city landmarks and mapping while being able to utilize convenience services on the web. Collectively, internet providers Tigo and Airtel, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda Development Board and the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency made the project possible, according to The New Times.
- See more at: http://afkinsider.com/22636/rwanda-smart-kigali-initative-provides-free-internet-throughout-city/#sthash.b1v3ILbo.dpuf
Part of the ‘Smart Kigali’ initiative aims to allow visitors and tourists easy access to city landmarks and mapping while being able to utilize convenience services on the web. Collectively, internet providers Tigo and Airtel, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda Development Board and the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency made the project possible, according to The New Times.
- See more at: http://afkinsider.com/22636/rwanda-smart-kigali-initative-provides-free-internet-throughout-city/#sthash.b1v3ILbo.dpuf
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