Rwanda’s Social Cohesion Survey Reveals Regional Leaders and Laggards
A comprehensive national survey has painted a detailed picture of social harmony across Rwanda’s districts, with Ngoma District emerging as the frontrunner and Ruhango District facing a call to action at the bottom of the rankings.
The study, conducted by the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE) and released on November 9, 2025, measures the fabric of societal trust and cooperation. The overarching national result is decidedly positive, revealing a robust social cohesion rate of 90.8%.
A Nation United: The Top Performers
Out of the country’s 30 districts, an impressive 16 surpassed the 90% mark. Ngoma District led the pack with a standout score of 93.9%, setting a high bar for community integration. It was closely followed by Muhanga District at 93.6% and Rwamagana at 93.4%. Kayonza and Huye Districts rounded out the top five with scores of 92.9% and 92.7%, respectively.
The upper tier of performance also included districts like Bugesera (92.5%), Kamonyi (92.4%), and the City of Kigali’s Kicukiro (91.9%) and Gasabo (91.8%) sectors, indicating strong social bonds in both rural and urban settings.
The Middle Ground and The Challenge Ahead
While the national average is strong, the survey highlights areas for improvement. A cluster of districts, including Karongi and Rutsiro, scored just below the national average at 90.7%. Another group fell more distinctly below the 90% threshold, with Gatsibo (89.7%), Rusizi (89.6%), and Nyarugenge (89.5%) among them.
The survey identified the lowest-performing districts as Burera (89.1%), Rulindo (88.8%), Nyabihu (87.9%), and Nyamasheke (87%). Ruhango District found itself in last place with a social cohesion measurement of 86.4%.
A Silver Lining in National Unity
Despite the variations between districts, the report contained a powerful, unifying statistic. The measurement for overall Rwandan unity reached an exceptional 95.3% in 2025. This suggests that while local social dynamics may differ, the sense of a shared national identity remains overwhelmingly strong across the country.
What does it take to build a cohesive society? The findings from MINUBUMWE offer a valuable roadmap, celebrating success stories like Ngoma while pinpointing where focused community engagement could yield significant benefits.
Source: Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE)