Lake Kivu is getting four new ports, ferries to boost Rwanda-DR Congo trade

Construction at the Rusizi and Rubavu ports started early this year, with Rutsiro and Karongi works scheduled to start January 2021.
The New Times
Boats docked on the shores of Lake Kivu in Karongi District. The goal of the investment in constructing the ports and other infrastructure is to cut cost and time required to transport goods between Rwanda and DR Congo. / Photo: Sam Ngendahimana
Boats docked on the shores of Lake Kivu in Karongi District. The goal of the investment in constructing the ports and other infrastructure is to cut cost and time required to transport goods between Rwanda and DR Congo. / Photo: Sam Ngendahimana
Boats docked on the shores of Lake Kivu in Rusizi District. Construction works of a new port are underway with aim to facilitate the transport of goods and people between Rwanda and DR Congo. / Photo: Sam Ngendahimana
Boats docked on the shores of Lake Kivu in Rusizi District. Construction works of a new port are underway with aim to facilitate the transport of goods and people between Rwanda and DR Congo. / Photo: Sam Ngendahimana
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