Embassy of Rwanda in Dakar, Senegal; address Près de l’Hôtel Méridien Président; Immeuble 2K Plaza; Route du Méridien Président; Almadies; B.P. 38408…
Head of mission: Mr Jean Pierre Karabaranga, Ambassador (as of 2024)
Rwanda is an appealing destination for some Senegalese travelers due to its rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. Known for its mountain gorillas and stunning landscapes, the country has made significant progress in its tourism sector. However, it still faces challenges in maximizing its tourism potential, which may limit its attractiveness to the entire Senegalese population of 17 million.
Rwanda is generally considered safe for tourists, but it has a higher crime rate compared to Senegal. According to the Global Peace Index, Rwanda ranks 90th out of 160 countries, while Senegal ranks 82nd. The murder rate in Rwanda is 3.6 per 100,000 people, significantly higher than Senegal's rate of 0.3. In terms of organized crime, Rwanda has lower scores in some categories compared to Senegal, such as mafia groups (Rwanda 1.0 vs. Senegal 2.5) and human smuggling (Rwanda 2.5 vs. Senegal 5.0). However, Rwanda scores higher in resource crime (8.0) compared to Senegal (3.5). Overall, while Rwanda is relatively safe, tourists from Senegal should remain aware of their surroundings and take standard precautions.