More than just reducing greenhouse gases
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RDIS Carbon projects are merely intended to reduction of greenhouse gases through the reduction of wood consumption via the distribution and installation of improved cook stoves in replacement to traditional three stones fire. Other benefits like reduction of eyes irritation, respiratory complication have been reported by the end users of the improved cook stoves of RDIS as health benefits associated with the projects.
On 4th April 2024, as part of monitoring and the stove quality control trip, the Executive Director of the Rural Development Inter-diocesan Service (RDIS) Pastor NTARINDWA Viateur, together with Mr BISAMA RUTURWA Désiré who is the Director of Capacity Building and Development within RDIS organization at the same time the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer of carbon projects visited the manufacturer and supplier of the improved cook stoves; Mrs KOMEZUSENGE Rose and her husband Mr RWAMIRERA Asumani in Musekera Village, Munanira Cell, Kabagari Sector in Ruhango district.
Consolidated Annual Narrative and Financial Report of RDIS for the Period January to December 2023
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Under this section, we would like to underline ongoing projects, projects which lifetime came
to an end, but, implemented in the year 2023 and briefly narrative a bit the outputs and
outcomes making changes in the life of the members in the communities where projects are
implemented for and with the communities
RDIS Stakeholder Consultation Meeting on the Revitalization of Lake Kivu Basin
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In an impactful gathering held at the Peace Guest House in Kamembe, Rusizi District on the 08th February 2024, stakeholders were convened for the RDIS Stakeholder Consultation Meeting on the "Revitalization of Lake Kivu Basin" project. The initiative, generously funded by TerraFund for AFR100, is set to transform the ecological and socioeconomic landscape of Nyamasheke and Rusizi districts through comprehensive landscape restoration efforts. The meeting unfolded with an inspiring opening devotion, followed by discussions that laid out the project's ambitious objectives and framework. Rev. Ntarindwa Viateur, the Executive Director of RDIS, underscored the project's ethos of collective environmental stewardship, rooted in a deep-seated reverence for nature.
The project's ambitious goal to plant 377,000 trees across 860 hectares aims not only to bolster the region's climate resilience but also to create over 159 jobs, with a particular focus on empowering women and youth.
FIVE TALENTS UBUMWE SAVING AND CREDIT ASSOCIATION LAUNCHED
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Straight after the General Assembly Meeting of RDIS Organization held at the head quarter of Butare Anglican Diocese on 23rd February 2024; Five Talents Ubumwe Saving and Credit Association (abbreviated 5T Ubumwe) was launched by 157 founding members from the geographical boundaries RDIS members, the Anglican Dioceses of Butare, Cyangugu, Kigeme, Nyaruguru, and, Shyogwe. This launch marked a first step to register a Saving and Credit Cooperative governed by Rwanda Cooperative Agency.
RDIS is registered as a Data Controller
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Rural Development Inter-Diocesan Service (RDIS) is registered as a Data Controller under Registration Number 001/0847/1023, after fulfilling registration requirements in accordance with Law No 058/2021 of 13/10/2021 relating to the protection of personal data and privacy. The registration which was obtained on 17th October 2023 after complying with the above said law has been issued by the National Cyber Security Authority, Data Protection and Privacy Office. RDIS is hence authorized to process relevant personal data and determine the means of their processing in the Republic of Rwanda as stipulated by the law.
RDIS as Environmental Champion participates in the event “TerraFund for AFR100 Landscapes cohort: Rwanda Celebration and Onboarding Workshop”
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The celebration and onboarding workshop was held at Hill View Hotel, Rubavu District on 17th to 19th January 2024. It was not only a celebration, but also a communication and training workshop for the new cohort members to acquaint them with TerraFund’s core business processes. This event was prepared for the second cohort of TerraFund for AFR100 champions on land restauration in Rwanda which is composed of 20 organisations (1 for-profit and 19 non-profits among which RDIS is included, with its project “Revitalizing Lake Kivu Basin in Nyamasheke and Rusizi through landscape restoration"). In the event and workshop, the participants got insights from Restoration Champions on their experience with TerraFund and their aspirations for impact in Rwanda, and acquainted with TerraFund’s core business processes.
Richard Madete Made a Difference in Rural Rwanda
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Richard Madete is a German national who has worked as a consultant or consulting engineer for the Rwanda Rural Development and Inter-diocesan Service (RDIS) for about six years, from July 2017 to November 2023. He was sent by the United Evangelical Mission (UEM) and 'Brot für die Welt' to help RDIS in its mission to support the work of RDIS in various fields of rural development.
During his six years of service, Richard has been involved in many projects and activities that have improved the lives of the rural communities in Rwanda.
Some of the areas that Richard has worked on and made a positive impact include:
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Our Sponsors and Partners
RDIS collaborates with a diverse network of sponsors and partners who share its commitment to development, innovation, and community impact. These valued allies provide strategic support, resources, and expertise, enabling RDIS to implement sustainable projects, enhance service delivery, and drive positive change across Rwanda and beyond
