Embassy of Rwanda in Washington, D.C., United States; address 1714 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C.; phone +12022322882. Head of mission: Dr Zac…
Head of mission: Dr Zac Nsenga, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr Robert C. Sager, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Dr Joseph Jay Ritchie, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Clare de Lore McKinnon, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Scott Heldfond, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Rwanda, known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills," offers rich biodiversity and cultural heritage, making it an appealing destination for international tourists. Famous for its mountain gorillas and stunning landscapes, the country has made significant strides in developing its tourism sector, despite facing some challenges. Given that 33.5 million Americans travel abroad annually, a portion of them may find Rwanda an intriguing destination to explore.
Rwanda is generally considered safe for tourists from the United States. According to the Global Peace Index, Rwanda ranks 90th out of 160 countries, which is safer than the United States, ranked 130th. The murder rate in Rwanda is 3.6 per 100,000 people, significantly lower than the U.S. rate of 6.8. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Rwanda has lower scores in various crime categories compared to the U.S. For instance, Rwanda scores 1.0 for mafia groups and 3.0 for crime networks, while the U.S. scores 5.0 and 6.5 respectively. Overall, while no destination is without risk, Rwanda presents a safer environment for tourists compared to the United States.