Rwanda Association of Travel Agencies

💖 Happy Valentine’s Day from RCOT💖 Rwanda is the perfect place to celebrate love, whether it’s through stunning landscapes or unforgettable moments with loved ones. Wishing everyone a day filled with warmth and joy❤️ #HappyValentinesDay #LoveRwanda #RCOT

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2025! RATA extends heartfelt gratitude to our members and partners for your support this year. Here’s to another year of collaboration and growth! #RwandaTravel #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas2025

Over the past two days, industry leaders, travel professionals, and key stakeholders from across Eastern and Southern Africa have come together under the theme "Beyond Borders, Beyond Limits." This event is sparking incredible conversations on innovation, cross-border collaborations, and the future of travel on the African continent. From keynote addresses to engaging panels and valuable networking opportunities, #AESATA2024 is proving to be a pivotal moment for shaping the future of our industry. Together, we are pushing boundaries and embracing the limitless possibilities ahead for African travel. #AESATA2024 #BeyondBorders #BeyondLimits #TravelInnovation #TourismAfrica #Networking

Closing Remarks from the CTO at AESATA 2024! As we wrapped up the #AESATA2024 Travel Agents' Conference, @RDBrwanda Chief Tourism Officer (CTO) Irene Murerwa delivered insightful closing remarks that highlighted the importance of strengthening intra-African travel. 🌍 Key takeaways: ✅The role of travel agents in breaking barriers and promoting Africa as an attractive travel destination. ✅The need for collaboration across the sector to create appealing cross-border travel packages. ✅A call for enhanced air connectivity and infrastructure development to reduce travel costs and boost tourism across Africa. ✅Rwanda's active participation in AfCFTA and SAATM, and its leadership in promoting visa-on-arrival policies for African travelers. The CTO emphasized that the potential to transform African travel is within our grasp—now it's up to us, both government and private sector, to make it happen. 🙌✨ Thank you to everyone who participated in this transformative event! Let’s continue to push Beyond Borders, Beyond Limits. 🚀 #AESATA2024 #BeyondBorders #BeyondLimits #IntraAfricaTravel #TourismGrowth #Visitrwanda

🌍✨ AESATA Travel Agents' Conference 2024! ✈️✨ Yesterday, the #AESATA2024 Travel Agents' Conference kicked off in Kigali, with @RwandaTrade Permanent Secretary Mr Antoine Kajangwe delivering powerful opening remarks on behalf of Rwanda’s Minister of Trade and Industry. Under the theme "Beyond Borders, Beyond Limits," key discussions have begun shaping the future of travel in Africa. 🎤 Mr Antoine Kajangwe stressed the importance of removing visa restrictions, reducing non-tariff barriers, and addressing high air travel costs. He also emphasized the need to harness the potential of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) to unlock greater opportunities for regional travel. 🛫🌍 Stakeholders across the continent came together to create a more connected and accessible African travel market. 🚀🌍 #AESATA2024 #BeyondBorders #BeyondLimits #AfCFTA #TravelAfrica #Rwanda2024 #TourismInAfrica #MINICOM

Welcome remarks at #AESATA2024! Chairperson Louise Uwizeye of RATA inspired us all with her vision for travel agents enhancing regional integration. Let’s break barriers together! #BeyondBorders #RwandaTourism

“I&M Bank, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is empowering Rwanda's tourism sector by financing SMEs & creating jobs. Together, we're driving sustainable growth and strengthening the value chain.“ -Gertrude Majyambere , Partnership Manager , I&M Bank #WorldTourismDay

“Together, we redefine the tourism industry in Rwanda by focusing on sustainability and community empowerment. Thank you to our partners, especially @RDBrwanda & others, for making this vision a reality.” - @yvesngenzi , Director General , RCOT #WorldTourismDay

“Today, we proudly celebrate the spirit of tourism in Rwanda, with a focus on sustainable growth. Tourism is more than an industry, Our goal is to grow, but in a way that uplifts communities and respects the environment.” - @yvesngenzi, Director General , RCOT #WorldTourismDay

“As we continue to drive this progress, we are proud of the role that the youth are playing in shaping the future of Rwanda's tourism sector. This progress has positioned Rwanda as a leading destination in Africa”- @michaellaru , Chief Tourism Officer, RDB #WorldTourismDay

🌿 Promoting Sustainable & Inclusive Tourism today! Empowering local communities, youth, and women to reshape Rwanda's tourism landscape. #SustainableTourism #InclusiveTourism #RwandaTourism #YouthEmpowerment

Join us this Friday, September 27th, 2024, as we celebrate the sustainable growth of Rwanda’s tourism & hospitality industry! 🌍✨ Together, let's highlight the role of youth and women. #WTD2024 #VisitRwanda #SustainableTourism #YouthEmpowerment #WomenInTourism

Thrilled to welcome Travelport Worldwide Ltd as a sponsor for the AESATA Travel Agents' Conference 2024! 🌍 Join us for a dynamic event full of insights and networking opportunities in the travel industry. Register: forms.gle/9FuhFv8gNgKncQ… #AESATA2024 #TravelIndustry #Network

Just 2 days left to take advantage of our early bird offer! Secure your spot for the AESATA Travel Agents Conference 2024 before 31.08.2024. Register via: forms.gle/9FuhFv8gNgKncQ… #AESATA2024 #TravelIndustry

Exciting news! RwandAir is sponsoring the AESATA Travel Agents' Conference 2024. We can't wait to see the positive impact this will have on the travel and tourism industry! 🌍✈️ Register today: forms.gle/FeFQHguBG5zofe… #RwandAir #AESATA2024 #RwandaChamberOfTourism #Tourism

Excited to have Nucore Software Solutions as a sponsor for the AESATA Travel Agents’ Conference 2024! 🚀 Join us to explore cutting-edge travel tech solutions. Visit aesata.org for details. #AESATA2024 #TravelTech #Nucore Register: forms.gle/FeFQHguBG5zofe…

Excited to have Dr. Joseph Kithitu, Chairman of KATAKenya, speak at #AESATA2024! 🌍 With decades of leadership in travel and tourism, he’ll discuss "Resetting The Relationship Between Travel Agents and Airlines." Join us for fresh insights on 10-11 October in Kigali! ✈️ #Travel

Meet Otto de Vries, Exec. Director of WTAAA, at the AESATA Travel Agents Conference 2024 in Kigali! 🌍 With 30+ years of experience, he's a key voice in the travel industry. Join us on Oct 10-11 to go "Beyond borders, beyond limits. Register: forms.gle/FeFQHguBG5zofe… #AESATA2024

Excited to welcome Riaan van Schoor, CEO of Agentivity, as a speaker at AESATA Travel Agents Conference 2024! Get ready for insights on NDC and its impact on the travel industry. Join us on October 10-11 in Kigali! 🌍 To register: forms.gle/FeFQHguBG5zofe… #AESATA2024

Excited to have Capt. Gilbert M. Kibe, SAATM-PIP Ambassador, speak at the AESATA Travel Agents Conference 2024 in Kigali! 🌍 With 42+ years in aviation, Capt. Kibe will highlight SAATM’s transformative impact on air travel across Africa. ✈️ Register: forms.gle/FeFQHguBG5zofe…