Water Prices in Rwanda
WASAC tariffs
| Customer category | Monthly use | FRW per m³ |
|---|---|---|
| Industries | All use | 736 |
| Non-residential | 0 to 50 m³ | 877 |
| Non-residential | Above 50 m³ | 895 |
| Residential | 0 to 5 m³ | 340 |
| Residential | 6 to 20 m³ | 720 |
| Residential | 21 to 50 m³ | 845 |
| Residential | Above 50 m³ | 877 |
| Public taps | All use | 323 |
Source: Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority: Water statistics, second quarter of 2024; WASAC: Tariff charges1,2
The tariff comes from RURA Board Decision N° 001/BD/WAT/RURA/2019 and is billed by monthly use.1
Planning for a factory
- Industry pays one flat rate, so the bill rises in line with use.
- A plant using 1,000 m³ a month pays about FRW 736,000 before VAT.
- Ask WASAC early about the supply capacity at your site. Plots in the Kigali Special Economic Zone have water tanks built into each phase.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does water cost for industry?
A flat FRW 736 per m³, VAT excluded.
What do other businesses pay?
FRW 877 per m³ up to 50 m³ a month and FRW 895 above that.
Who supplies water?
WASAC, at tariffs set by RURA.
Sources
- Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority: Water statistics, second quarter of 2024
- WASAC: Tariff charges
- Rwanda Development Board: SEZ and export facilitation
Figures checked 8 November 2026. Prepared by InvestRwanda.com for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.
