The Rwanda Internet Governance Forum (RwIGF) began in 2014 as Rwanda’s national forum for Internet governance. It provides a multistakeholder space where government, business, civil society, academia, and technical experts work together to discuss Internet policy, digital development, and the wider digital ecosystem in Rwanda.
Since its establishment, RwIGF has grown as an inclusive platform supporting continuous dialogue on Internet governance and digital transformation. It has strengthened collaboration among stakeholders and contributed to national discussions on key issues shaping Rwanda's digital future.
In 2024, the Rwanda School on Internet Governance (RwSIG) was introduced as part of efforts to strengthen national capacity-building in Internet governance and digital policy. This initiative expanded opportunities for learning and engagement across different stakeholder groups.
In 2025, the Rwanda Youth IGF was launched to strengthen youth participation in Internet governance discussions. The Rwanda Internet governance ecosystem has also expanded to include the Parliamentarian IGF, further enhancing engagement of policymakers and legislators in national digital policy dialogue.
Today, Rwanda Internet Governance events continue to serve as a national multistakeholder platform that fosters dialogue, collaboration, and inclusive participation in shaping Rwanda’s digital future, bringing together more than 500 participants annually.