Gisagara District is set to invest Rwf3.5 billion in a water treatment plant aimed at addressing persistent water shortages in several sectors, according to Mayor Rutaburingoga Jérôme.
He made the announcement on Wednesday, October 15, 2026, while discussing the district’s development and living conditions in Rwanda’s Southern Province.
Rutaburingoga said Gisagara offers significant investment opportunities in agriculture, thanks to its abundant water resources and available land. He noted, however, that some sectors continue to face water shortages, prompting plans to build a plant to improve supply.
The sectors most affected include Nyanza, Kigembe, Mukindo, Mugombwa and Kansi, where residents have repeatedly raised concerns about inadequate access to water. The mayor said the authorities were aware of the problem and had identified a solution.
“We know the problem. We built many water distribution networks in these sectors, relying on the Nyabimata water source. Whenever that source experiences low water levels or damage, those sectors immediately face shortages,” he said.
He explained that funding had been secured this year for a Rwf3.5 billion water treatment plant on the Migina River, between Kigembe and Nyanza.
“The plant will supply water to all those sectors. The good news is that the funding is now available,” he said.
Speaking to Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA), Rutaburingoga said the project was among several initiatives intended to improve residents’ welfare and stimulate economic growth. However, he noted that the district still needed more investment to take full advantage of its potential.
He urged investors to consider agriculture and livestock farming in Gisagara, assuring them that water availability would support their activities. He said wetlands are found near most sectors, creating opportunities for irrigation.
The district recently launched a Rwf65 billion project expected to support irrigation across more than 3,000 hectares of farmland.
Gisagara also has extensive land suitable for farming and other development projects, which the mayor said could attract investors.
“You can find more than 100 hectares of land here without having to relocate households. I encourage investors to come and invest because land is readily available,” he said.
He further called on investors to build more residential houses, commercial buildings and other infrastructure to expand accommodation and business opportunities in the district.
