Essential Apps for Kigali Travel & Food Delivery in 2025

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Essential Apps for Kigali Travel & Food Delivery

Visiting Kigali soon? Whether you’re returning after years or coming for the first time, the city has become more convenient and tech-friendly than ever. These essential apps and tools will help you move around, order meals, pay like a local, and enjoy your stay with ease.

1. Yego Rwanda – Book Motos & Taxis

Yego is Kigali’s top ride-hailing app for moto-taxis and private cars. It’s fast, reliable, and removes the need to negotiate fares.
Download on:

  • Android: Search Yego Rwanda
  • iOS: Search “Yego Rwanda”
    ☑️ Requires a local SIM (MTN or Airtel)

2. VW Move – Comfortable Car Rides

Launched by Volkswagen Rwanda, VW Move is ideal for travelers who prefer riding in clean, air-conditioned vehicles. It’s a modern alternative to motos.
Download on:

3. Vuba Vuba – Kigali’s Food Delivery App

Order from Kigali’s best restaurants — local or international. Vuba Vuba offers fast delivery to hotels, Airbnbs, and offices.
✅ Download:

4. Kasha – Essentials Delivered to You

Get wellness products, personal care items, and medicine delivered across Kigali.
✅ Order via:

  • Kasha website
  • Or search “Kasha Rwanda” in your app store
    ☑️ Supports MoMo or card payments

5. MTN Mobile Money (MoMo) – Rwanda’s Digital Wallet

MoMo is everywhere in Rwanda. You can use it to pay for taxis, food, shopping, tours, or even laundry.
✅ Get started:

  • Buy an MTN SIM (passport required)
  • Register at an MTN kiosk
  • Download MTN MoMo from Play Store or App Store

6. Booking.com – Easy Accommodation Booking

For booking your stay in Kigali, Booking.com is a trusted app offering a wide range of hotels, guesthouses, and Airbnbs at competitive prices. It’s user-friendly and provides reviews from other travelers to help you choose the best spot.

✅ Book your stay here: Booking.com Kigali

7. Laundry Services (Offline but Easy)

While there’s no laundry app yet, you’ll find several services that offer pickup and delivery:

💡 Most accept MoMo or cash. You can also ask your host or concierge for a trusted local laundry.

Bonus Apps to Install

  • Google Maps – Great for walking, driving, and discovering cafés
  • WhatsApp – Widely used, even by businesses and delivery drivers
  • Google Translate – Useful for quick translations and offline use (download Kinyarwanda language pack before travel)
  • RwandAir App – For booking internal and regional flights
  • Airalo – Skip SIM cards with an eSIM
    👉 Use this Airalo eSIM link to get connected instantly

📌 Explore More Before You Go

Here are some helpful guides to make the most of your stay in Rwanda:

📍 3-Day Kigali Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
📍 Top 10 Destinations in Rwanda – Must-Visit Places
📍 Rwandan Handicrafts That Tell a Story (+ Where to Find Them)

🧳 Final Travel Tips

  • Download all apps before you land
  • Set up MTN MoMo on day one
  • Use Airalo eSIM if you prefer a digital connection
  • Google Translate will help with any quick language needs

Murakaza neza! (You are most welcome!) Kigali is ready for you — safe, welcoming, and surprisingly digital.

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