Kigali Availability Zone · Rwanda · RWF Pricing
Domain Registration in Rwanda
Register .rw, .co.rw, .africa, .com, and 400+ TLDs. DNS management, WHOIS privacy, and easy pairing with hosting and business email. RWF billing.
Register your Rwanda domain with Megabit Cloud
Megabit Cloud supports .rw and .co.rw domain registrations for individuals and businesses in Rwanda. Register your Rwandan domain and pair it with web hosting, business email, and SSL in a single checkout.
We also offer .africa, the pan-African TLD that positions your brand across the continent. International TLDs like .com, .net, and .org are available from $8.99/year. DNS management is included with every domain registration.
Who uses Domain Registration in Rwanda?
Rwandan organisations and businesses across these sectors rely on this service.
Businesses registering Rwandan identity
Companies incorporated with the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), seeking RDB investment certificates, or operating under RURA licences benefit from .co.rw or .rw domains managed under RICTA (Rwanda ICT Alliance). A Rwandan ccTLD is the baseline digital credential for local market credibility.
KIFC & financial services companies
Companies incorporating in the Kigali International Financial Centre as a pan-African gateway need .rw domains alongside global TLDs. KIFC membership and Capital Market Authority registration are strengthened by verified Rwandan domain identity.
Government contractors & RDB-registered investors
Companies awarded Rwanda Public Procurement Authority (RPPA) contracts or RDB investment certificates need formal .rw or .co.rw domains for official correspondence, tender submissions, and government portal access.
Pan-African brands using Rwanda as HQ
Rwanda's regulatory environment and political stability attract pan-African companies using Kigali as their continental headquarters. These companies register .africa alongside .rw to signal both Rwandan legitimacy and continental reach.
Why host in Rwanda vs. offshore?
How local Rwanda providers, offshore cloud, and Megabit Cloud compare.
| Factor | Other Rwanda hosts | Offshore (EU / USA) | Megabit Cloud Rwanda |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server location | Rwanda or East Africa (varies) | EU or USA | Kigali, Rwanda |
| Rwanda Data Protection Law 058/2021 | ⚠ Varies, depends on provider contracts | ⚠ Cross-border transfer rules apply | ✓ By default, data never leaves Rwanda |
| Latency within Rwanda | 5–30 ms | 120–280 ms | < 5 ms (Kigali AZ) |
| RwF billing | ✓ Some providers | ✗ USD or EUR only | ✓ |
| MTN Mobile Money | ✓ Some providers | ✗ | ✓ |
| Airtel Money Rwanda | ✓ Some providers | ✗ | ✓ |
| Enterprise SLA (99.99%+) | ⚠ Depends on provider | ✓ | ✓ |
| 1 Tbps+ DDoS mitigation | ✗ Not standard | Varies | ✓ Included on all plans |
| Own network backbone (ASN) | ✗ Third-party transit | ✗ | ✓ AS203905 |
| KIGALI-IX peering | ✗ Varies | ✗ | ✓ |
| RDB-registered local vendor | ✓ Some providers | ✗ | ✓ |
| Free website migration | Varies | Varies | ✓ Included |
Frequently asked questions
Who can register a .rw domain?
Rwandan .rw and .co.rw domains are open to individuals, businesses, and organisations in Rwanda. Megabit Cloud handles the registration process and DNS management for you.
How much does a .rw domain cost?
Pricing for .rw and .co.rw domains is shown during checkout in RWF. International domains like .com start from $8.99/year. Contact our team for .rw pricing.
Can I transfer an existing domain to Megabit Cloud?
Yes. You can transfer your existing .rw, .com, or any supported TLD to Megabit Cloud. The transfer process is handled through the control panel, and we will guide you through it.
Is DNS management included?
Yes. Every domain registered with Megabit Cloud includes full DNS management, A records, CNAME, MX, TXT, and more, via an easy control panel.
Can I register a .africa domain for my Rwandan business?
Yes. .africa is available to any African business or individual. It is a strong choice for brands that want to signal their Pan-African identity alongside a .rw domain.
Need enterprise or regulated infrastructure in Rwanda?
Gewape Cloud Infrastructure (GCI) operates AZ1 Kigali and AZ2 Huye , satisfying BNR's 40 km DR separation requirement entirely within Rwanda.
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