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Sustainability in Rwanda : Saving the Planet, One Wetland at a Time

When it comes to climate action, Rwanda isn’t just dipping a toe in the water—it’s cannonballing into the deep end, making waves on the global stage. From wetland makeovers to hosting climate power summits, 2024 was the year Rwanda showed the world how sustainability is done—with flair, determination, and a touch of green magic.

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Wetlands Get the VIP Treatment

Forget spa days; Kigali’s wetlands got the ultimate glow-up this year. To mitigate floods, enhance biodiversity, and-whatever “this is Rwanda” means to you- develop astonishing recreational areas that will resonate on someone’s bucket list, everything was put in place for a dramatic four year plan that started off with the rehabilitation of five wetlands in Kigali. This initiative could be termed as ‘Extreme Eco Makeover’ as compared to the show ‘Dream Home Makeover.’ 

Rwanda Rolls Out the Green Carpet

It was not just another meeting when Rwanda hosted the 38th GCF Board Meeting in March. It was a time when Rwanda demonstrated its prowess on issues pertaining to climate and showcased it’s leadership potential. And why not? Rwanda was the first country to accredit a government institution for direct GCF funding. Translation: Rwanda basically said, “We’ve got this,” and the world nodded in agreement.

Plastic, You’re Officially on Notice

Partnering with Peru, Rwanda made a bold move to propose hosting the Global Plastics Treaty Diplomatic Conference in Kigali. The message was clear: plastic pollution is so last season, and Rwanda is here to help the world clean up its act.

Kigali Climate Talks: Where Ideas Get Hotter Than Global Warming

In May, Kigali joined forces with Germany to launch the Kigali Climate Talks—a platform for serious climate conversations, creative solutions, and (hopefully) fewer PowerPoint presentations. This initiative cements Rwanda as a go-to destination not just for gorilla trekking but also for tackling the planet’s biggest challenges.

Forests and Farms, Together at Last

Here’s a plot twist: Rwanda’s new agroforestry project under the Forest Investment Plan combines farming with forest conservation. In the Southern Province and Gakenke District, trees and crops are teaming up to fight climate change. Who knew agriculture and forestry could be the ultimate power couple?

From Waste to Wow

Rwanda’s Waste to Resources Project is turning trash into treasure—literally. New waste valorization facilities at Nduba Dumpsite are promoting sustainable waste management with the help of the Global Green Growth Institute and the City of Kigali. It’s like alchemy but with banana peels and soda cans.

A $39.1 Million Bet on the Congo Nile Divide

The Congo Nile Divide Restoration Project aims to boost resilience against climate variability through forest and landscape restoration. With $39.1 million invested, Rwanda is proving that green isn’t just a color—it’s a strategy.

Kigali’s Green City Vision

If you think urban planning is boring, you haven’t seen the Green City Kigali Project. Approved for $28 million by the Green Climate Fund, this project promises a sustainable urban utopia with low-emission infrastructure. It’s like SimCity, but in real life and way cooler.

Rwanda at COP: Green Investments for the Win

At the UN Climate Change Conference in Baku, Rwanda made its case as the ultimate destination for green investments. Between the wetlands, waste projects, and renewable energy goals, it’s clear Rwanda’s portfolio is as green as it gets.

Sustainability in Rwanda

What’s Rwanda’s secret sauce? Ambition, innovation, and a “why not us?” attitude. From wetland rehab to carbon market initiatives with the Swedish Energy Agency, Rwanda isn’t just talking about sustainability—it’s living it.

As 2024 draws to a close, Rwanda’s achievements in climate action remind us all that small countries can make a big impact. So here’s to the land of a thousand hills—and a thousand climate wins. Keep leading the charge, Rwanda!

Published
28 January 2025
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