Others had similar sentiments. But one thing stood out. Kigali is arguably the cleanest city in Africa - so clean that newlyweds have been seen rushing to the town’s roundabouts for photo shoots.

Nmesoma said it is not cliche to say that Kigali is a clean city. "Kigali's cleanliness isn't just a reputation. It's a reality," she said. "Compared to where I come from, the city's hygiene and ...

Mandatory community cleaning of public spaces and cooperatives of women help keep the rubbish off Kigali's street, earning it the title of Africa's cleanest city. Common prejudices about big ...

Photograph by Charlie Hamilton James "When I first touched down in Rwanda, I was blown away by how clean it is. In the whole time I was there I barely saw any litter, especially in Kigali­—a ...