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Tour du Rwanda 2025: Will Security Threats Disrupt the Race
Prince Jean
Feb 6, 2025
Cyclists competing in the thrilling Tour du Rwanda race, with breathtaking Rwandan landscapes in the background.
The organizers of Tour du Rwanda have assured that the ongoing insecurity in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will not affect this year’s race. Around 80 cyclists from different parts of the world are expected to participate.
The international cycling race will take place across different regions of Rwanda from February 23 to March 2, 2025.
In a statement released on Thursday, February 6, 2025, the Tour du Rwanda management emphasized that the instability in eastern DRC will not disrupt the event.
The statement read:
"Recently, fighting affected people on the Rwandan side near the border. Measures have been taken to ensure such incidents do not happen again."
"Life in Rubavu and other parts of Rwanda continues as usual. Therefore, Tour du Rwanda will proceed as planned, with no changes to its schedule. Riders, teams, and fans can be confident that security will be ensured, and they will fully enjoy the race."
The eight-stage race, covering 817 kilometers, includes several routes near the western border of Rwanda, which is close to DRC.
Key race stages include:
Stage 3: From Musanze to Rubavu
Stage 4: From Rubavu to Karongi
Stage 5: From Rusizi to Huye
