Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) said that it was assessing the issue of power cuts which were experienced in different parts of the country Wednesday, July 30.

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The communication followed reports of power cuts raised by different people on Wednesday evening.

Rwanda Energy Group (REG) said there was a technical problem causing power cuts in some areas.

"We are doing everything possible to restore power as soon as possible,” it stated.

A statement was later released by RURA saying: "RURA is actively following up on the issue to ensure power is restored as soon as possible.”

People on social media reported power cuts in Kigali, Rubavu, Bugesera, Musanze, Muhanga, Ngoma, Rusizi, and other parts.