Menigococcal meningitis occurs. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.
Medical facilities are severely limited and extremely overburdened.
Almost all medical facilities in Kigali were destroyed during the civil war. Medical insurance, including cover for emergency repatriation, is essential. Visitors are advised to bring their own personal medication.