He made these remarks on April 2, 2025, while addressing the Senate plenary session on the country's preparedness to combat disasters that affect various regions during the rainy season.
He emphasized that continuous monitoring is conducted to ensure the safety of residents before disasters strike.
Minister Murasira also highlighted that the assessment identified more than 25,000 hectares of farmland, approximately 200 infrastructures, and 23 public buildings such as offices and churches as vulnerable to disasters.
In terms of districts, 88 households in Rusizi District are at high risk, while Rubavu has 452, Rutsiro 424, Nyabihu 364, and Nyamasheke 100 households at risk of being affected by disasters.
'We closely monitor these areas and ensure that if any warning signs emerge, we alert people in advance or be prepared to respond promptly,' he said.
He emphasized that the rainy season is when disasters are most severe, with lightning being a major cause of fatalities throughout the year.
The Ministry in charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) highlighted that districts such as Rubavu, Rutsiro, and Nyabihu have the highest disaster risk levels. Therefore, continuous monitoring is conducted to provide early warnings and ensure rapid intervention in case of an emergency.
Minister Murasira stated, 'We have identified specific areas prone to disasters, and we prioritize thorough inspections in those locations.'
He further confirmed that Rwanda's overall disaster resilience level is currently at 46%.
'Our resilience is still low. Research on disaster resilience across different sectors, such as infrastructure and agriculture, indicates that we stand at 46% nationally. Some areas have better resilience, while others are highly vulnerable. The lower the resilience, the higher the susceptibility to disasters, even minor ones, like light winds that can damage homes,' he explained.
MINEMA stressed that disaster-affected areas require immediate response and restoration efforts, as delays can worsen the damage and increase future risks.
Rwanda has identified 14 designated relocation sites where affected individuals can be resettled in case of a disaster.
Statistics show that natural disasters caused damages worth over 222.3 billion Rwandan Francs in 2023.
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