Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has assured residents, investors and international visitors that tourism and other economic activities will continue as normal, despite the introduction of strengthened Ebola prevention measures.
In a statement issued on May 26, 2026, RDB said Rwanda remains open to tourism, international conferences, business travel and domestic mobility, with enhanced health screening protocols in place to prevent any potential spread of the virus.
Under the new measures, foreign nationals who have travelled to or transited through the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) within 30 days prior to arrival will not be permitted to enter Rwanda.
Rwandan citizens and legal residents will still be allowed entry but will undergo mandatory health screening and monitoring in line with public health guidelines.
RDB said surveillance and screening systems have been intensified at all border points and at Kigali International Airport to strengthen early detection and response capacity.
“The strengthened screening and health assessment measures at borders and at Kigali International Airport are aimed at enhancing the protection of the population,” the statement read.
The agency reaffirmed Rwanda’s continued cooperation with regional health authorities and international partners to safeguard public health while maintaining cross-border economic and tourism activities.
Tourism facilities, including national parks, hotels and conference venues, will continue to operate normally while complying with established health protocols.
Visitors and residents have been urged to observe hygiene practices and follow guidance issued by health authorities.
Rwanda also emphasized the strength of its public health system, including disease surveillance and rapid response mechanisms designed to prevent and contain outbreaks at an early stage.
On the same day, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), in collaboration with RDB, launched training for 150 veterinarians and park rangers aimed at strengthening preparedness for Ebola and other zoonotic diseases.
Health authorities confirmed that no Ebola cases have been reported in Rwanda.
