Rwanda - Transport Sector Support Project: Upgrading of Base-Gicumbi-Rukomo-Nyagatare Road – Phase I: Base-Rukomo

The Transport Sector Support Project aims to improve accessibility and mobility between the towns of Base, Gicumbi, - Rukomo and Nyagatare and the living conditions of the population within its zone of influence. The project comprises four components: (i) upgrading of 51.54 km between Base and Rukomo, including a component for the sensitization of local communities on sexually transmitted diseases, environmental protection and road safety; (ii) related improvements comprising the construction of multifunctional centres and rehabilitation of school facilities along the main road; (iii) institutional support to the project executing agency, and (iv) clearing the right-of-way. The total cost, net of taxes and customs duties, is USD 78.99 million (UA 52.01 million). The project contributes to climate finance, with 4 million USD of the total approved amount dedicated to mitigation.