Foreign currency can be exchanged for Rwandese francs at commercial banks. The most easily convertible currencies are the US dollar and the Uganda shilling. Budget travelers can try Gloria Hotel or La Vedette. Kigali post office offers services up to 1700hrs on weekdays. There are several kiosks offering telephone services throughout the city.
Many hotels also offer international call and fax services.
Twin round prong plugs are common. African food buffets are served at the Pilipili and West End restaurants in Kigali. Western style food is served at the American Club, Eden garden and La Sierra. Traditional music and dance play a strong part of Rwandese culture. The energetic Intore dancers perform regularly at public functions.