Construction of the Rubavu port, which is anticipated to enhance tourism and facilitate cross-border trade between Rwanda and DR Congo, is making progress. With works underway, the port, covering two hectares, is located in Rubavu District’s Nyamyumba Sector along the shores of Lake Kivu. According to the Senior Engineer at Railway and Cable Car Transport at Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA), Jean Népo Ndayambaje, the development of the port will open up Western Province for tourism and trade. “It will increase connectivity between districts along the Lake Kivu shores as well as boost cross-border trade between Rwanda and DR Congo. It is anticipated that the port will reduce costs of existing trade flow along Lake Kivu,” Ndayambaje noted. The innovative facility is currently under construction and will be completed in two phases. It is comprised of two main sections: a cargo terminal and a passenger terminal. The cargo section meant for trade purposes has accommodation building for staff, a petrol station, waste water treatment plant, store and quay; whereas the passenger terminal has maintenance, an electrical substation, workshop, a-two-level building for a restaurant and the main offices of the port and security check. Inside a break bulk store of Rubavu Port that is still under construction. The New Times recently toured the port, accompanied by Mohamed Salah Allani, a structural engineer from Société centrale pour l'équipement du Territoire (SCET-Tunisie), the company overseeing the construction. Allani, the construction supervisor who has 44 years of experience, mentioned that the construction project was...
Photos: Inside proposed Rubavu Port
Posted on: August 17, 2023
Posted on: August 17, 2023