Kigali

🇷🇼Rwanda•East Africa

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living40

Safety62

Healthcare51

Career Opportunities51

Climate77

Transport56

Air Quality66.5

Family Friendliness49

Education40

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Kigali a good place to live?

Kigali scores 58/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 40/100), moderately safe (safety: 62/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 51/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Kigali?

Kigali has a cost of living score of 40/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Kigali?

Kigali has a transport score of 56/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Kigali?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Kigali are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Kigali safe for expats?

Kigali has a safety score of 62/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 66.5/100.

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