What is Megabit Cloud?

Megabit Cloud is a hosting and cloud services provider for businesses, agencies, developers, and growing teams. It provides web hosting, WordPress hosting, domains, business email, Microsoft 365, cloud servers, cloud app hosting, managed databases, Kubernetes, object storage, security, VPN, backup, and SSL services.

What hosting services does Megabit Cloud offer?

Megabit Cloud offers web hosting, managed WordPress hosting, cloud servers, cloud app hosting, domain registration, business email, Microsoft 365, SSL certificates, managed databases, Kubernetes, object storage, cloud backup, DDoS protection, and VPN. Web and WordPress hosting include SSL, backups, and support.

Where is Megabit Cloud located?

Megabit Cloud is the African cloud, headquartered in Africa with its own datacenters in East Africa. Live cloud server zones are Kigali and Huye in Rwanda and Nairobi 1 and Nairobi 2 in Kenya, all on infrastructure Megabit Cloud owns. We serve East African businesses and the African diaspora worldwide, with local market pages for Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, and DRC, plus a global edge network for fast delivery.

Does Megabit Cloud support African TLDs?

Yes. Megabit Cloud supports African domain extensions such as .africa, .rw, .co.ke, .ke, .co.za, .com.ng, .ng, .co.ug, .co.tz, .com.gh, and other local and global TLDs.

Does Megabit Cloud sell VPS hosting?

Megabit Cloud no longer sells VPS Hosting as a separate product. Customers who need server control should choose Cloud Servers. Customers who want to deploy apps without managing a server should choose Cloud App Hosting.

What currencies does Megabit Cloud accept?

Megabit Cloud offers localized pricing in multiple currencies including USD, EUR, GBP, KES (Kenya Shilling), ZAR (South African Rand), RWF (Rwanda Franc), SGD (Singapore Dollar), and more. We also accept M-Pesa and other local payment methods in supported regions.

Does Megabit Cloud offer free website migration?

Yes, Megabit Cloud offers free website migration for all hosting plans. Our migration team will transfer your website, databases, emails, and DNS settings with zero downtime, typically completed within 24-48 hours.

What support options does Megabit Cloud provide?

Megabit Cloud provides 24/7 customer support via live chat, email, and ticket system. We also have Ruby, an AI-powered advisor available on our website to help with product recommendations. Our Help Center at support.megabit.cloud has self-service articles and tutorials.

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Web Hosting in Rwanda

Shared and cloud web hosting for Rwandan businesses, startups, and individuals. cPanel, free SSL, daily backups, and 24/7 local support. Data stays in Rwanda. From $2.99/mo.

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99.99%

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Why choose Megabit Cloud web hosting in Rwanda?

Megabit Cloud operates an availability zone in Kigali, Rwanda. Your website runs from local infrastructure, lower latency for Rwandan visitors, faster load times, and data that stays within Rwanda to satisfy data residency requirements.

Every web hosting plan includes cPanel, free SSL, daily backups, a CDN, and 80+ one-click app installations including WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal. Scale from a personal site to a high-traffic business website without switching providers.

Data stays in Rwanda, hosted in Kigali availability zone

Free SSL certificate on all plans

Daily automated backups with instant restore

cPanel with 80+ one-click apps

Billed in RWF, Mobile Money and bank transfer accepted

Free website migration from any existing host

24/7 support from our East Africa team in Kigali

Who uses Web Hosting in Rwanda?

Rwandan organisations and businesses across these sectors rely on this service.

Government & public institutions

Rwanda's Vision 2050 digital transformation requires every ministry, district, and government agency to maintain a professional web presence. MINICT and RDB mandate in-country hosting for public sector websites, Kigali AZ hosting satisfies NCSA data governance requirements without offshore transfer.

Fintech & KIFC companies

The Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC) attracts pan-African fintech and financial services companies incorporating in Rwanda as a gateway to East and Central Africa. These regulated entities need RURA-aligned web infrastructure with Rwanda data residency.

Tourism & hospitality

Rwanda's gorilla trekking lodges, Kigali boutique hotels, and safari operators depend on web hosting that loads fast for international visitors from Europe and North America researching bookings. Kigali AZ combined with CDN edge nodes delivers the performance that converts visits into reservations.

NGOs & development organisations

Rwanda hosts hundreds of international and local NGOs operating under the NGO Act. From GIZ and USAID implementing partners to local CBOs, they need Rwanda Data Protection Law 058/2021-compliant web hosting with a local vendor available for compliance audits.

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

Is Megabit Cloud web hosting based in Rwanda?

Yes. Megabit Cloud operates an availability zone in Kigali, Rwanda through Gewape Cloud Rwanda Ltd, a locally registered entity. Your website data stays within Rwanda.

How much does web hosting cost in Rwanda?

Megabit Cloud web hosting plans start with clear plans. All plans can be billed in RWF and paid via Mobile Money or bank transfer.

Does web hosting in Rwanda include free SSL?

Yes. Every web hosting plan includes a free SSL certificate. Your site runs on HTTPS from day one, with auto-renewal managed for you.

Can I host a WordPress site with this plan?

Yes. WordPress is available as a one-click install on all web hosting plans. For a managed WordPress experience with staging and auto-updates, see our WordPress Hosting plan.

Do you offer free migration for Rwandan customers?

Yes. We migrate your existing website, databases, email accounts, and DNS settings for free. Most migrations complete within 24 hours.

Related services in Rwanda

WordPress Hosting in Rwanda →Business Email in Rwanda →Domain Registration in Rwanda →SSL Certificates in Rwanda →

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