Construction has begun on Parklane Center, a major mixed-use development rising near Kigali Convention Centre. The project’s groundbreaking ceremony was held on January 15. ALSO READ: Kigali City: A glittering jewel of Africa Speaking about the project in a post on X, on January 16, the Minister of State for Infrastructure, Jean de Dieu Uwihanganye, described the development as a major addition to the city’s skyline. “Kigali’s building another marvel... Parklane Center! Yesterday with City of Kigali Mayor we officially broke ground on a 25‑storey mixed‑use tower that will reshape our skyline,” he said. Kigali’s Vibe for the Week-end ! Kigali’s building another marvel... Parklane Center! Yesterday with @CityofKigali Mayor we officially broke ground on a 25‑storey mixed‑use tower that will reshape our skyline. 5‑star hotel + penthouse Modern office spaces First-ever 25m... pic.twitter.com/vXskdnsyS8 — Jean de Dieu UWIHANGANYE (@Jadouwihanganye) January 16, 2026 According to Uwihanganye, the complex will feature a five-star hotel with a penthouse, modern office spaces, and the country’s first 25-metre infinity pool suspended on the 15th floor. The development will also include a bridge directly connecting it to Kigali Convention Centre – a major conference centre in the country. “This is more than a building—it is a symbol of Rwanda’s ambition and the future we are creating for our cities,” he added. “This is more than a building — it’s a symbol of Rwanda’s ambition and the future we’re creating for our cities,” he said, pointing out that it is being developed by Parklane Group and Mota-Engil.
