A mgnitude 5.1 earthquake hit Rwanda on Sunday, September 24, for a very brief period of time at approximately 4:21pm.

According to Rwanda Seismic Monitor, the earthwuake’s epicentre was in Karongi District.

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The earthquake is said to have been felt in other regional countries like Burundi, Uganda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake is considered moderate but can still cause significant shaking and potential damage depending on various factors.