NATIONAL DECENTRALIZATION POLICY OCTOBER 2021

Rwanda’s Decentralization Policy was inspired by the fundamental principles of human rights, dignity, freedom, and development, which had been violated until 1994. The policy was adopted in 2000, following a series of dialogue sessions with citizens and in consultation with stakeholders in the governance arena in a quest for good governance. It was subsequently revised in 2012 to keep it focused and aligned with the changing political priorities and socioeconomic aspirations.