About us
Wikimedia Rwanda, a non-profit organization based in Rwanda ( registered with the Rwandan government as OPEN SOURCE KNOWLEDGE RWANDA) dedicated to advancing Open Knowledge in Rwanda. This involves the creation and improvement of articles on Wikimedia Foundation project websites in Kinyarwanda, English, French, and Swahili. Additionally, the organization invests in projects that educate and train various Rwandan communities about Wikimedia, with a specific emphasis on promoting Kinyarwanda usage
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We promote Open Knowledge in Rwanda
Don’t miss this conversation with our founder and ED Ndahiro Derrick Alter⏳ Empowered, engaged, and inspiring: Youth Voices on the next WikiAfrica Hour!![]()
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🎙️Meet Ndahiro Derrick Alter![]()
Ndahiro is a passionate Rwandan advocate for peacebuilding, open knowledge, gender equality, and youth engagement in governance. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences (Gender Studies & Criminology) from Makerere University and a Master’s Degree in Development and Gender Studies from the University of Rwanda.![]()
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He is the founder of Open Source Knowledge Rwanda (Wikimedia Rwanda), a nonprofit working to make free, open knowledge about Rwanda more accessible, with a strong emphasis on Kinyarwanda usage.![]()
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His work continues to empower communities and amplify local voices in the digital knowledge space. 💥![]()
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📆 Date: Wednesday, 25 June 2025 l Time: 16:00 UTC![]()
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Wikimedia Community User Group Rwanda
Rwanda’s folklore is alive , thanks to talented photographers like @jacknation250 , whose stunning photo earned 5th place in Wiki Loves Folklore 2025.![]()
�From handcrafted stools to a cozy coffee setup, this image captures the warmth of our communal spirit.![]()
�📸 Photo by TheJackNation | CC BY-SA 4.0![]()
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�A big thank you to everyone who documents our heritage.![]()
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Agriculture is the heartbeat of many African communities.![]()
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Through the lens of Camilopiz, this award-winning photo shows a farmer’s daily reality: nurturing crops, sustaining families, and protecting the environment for future generations.![]()
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Congratulations on winning 1st place for #WikiLovesAfrica Rwanda 2025.![]()
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We are excited to announce the 2nd place winner of #WikiLovesAfrica 2025 in Rwanda.![]()
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�Rogerirakoze captured a powerful story of tradition and resilience , a local farmer smiling proudly while roasting fresh produce using a traditional oven. This image reminds us how food connects people, culture, and sustainability.![]()
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Did you know behind every fresh cabbage is a story of care and community?![]()
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This thriving cabbage garden won 3rd place in #WikiLovesAfrica 2025 in Rwanda.![]()
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Captured beautifully by Entazinda12, CC0.![]()
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