Rwanda Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Rwanda's electricity access was 67.00% in 2025, ranked 181st globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1992–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's electricity access stood at 67.00% in 2025, a rise of +3.10pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 67.00% by 2025. Rwanda ranked 181st globally.
Rwanda's electricity access has experienced significant growth over the past three decades, with the latest data indicating 67.00% of the population now having access to electricity. This represents a substantial improvement from the trough of 1.03% in 1997, following the country's devastating civil war. By 2025, Rwanda had surpassed its all-time peak, a testament to its ongoing development efforts. When compared to its peers, Rwanda's progress is comparable to that of Equatorial Guinea, which also achieved 67.16% electricity access by 2025. However, Rwanda's trajectory still lags behind other developing nations. The growth in Rwanda's electricity access has been steady, increasing by over 65 percentage points since 1992. A sustained investment in energy infrastructure and ongoing economic development will likely continue to drive Rwanda's progress in this area, with further improvements expected in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 71.00% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 67.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 67.00% | +3.10pp | #181 |
| 2023 | 63.90% | +13.30pp | #181 |
| 2022 | 50.60% | +1.90pp | #190 |
| 2021 | 48.70% | +3.50pp | #192 |
| 2020 | 45.20% | −1.40pp | #195 |
| 2019 | 46.60% | +8.60pp | #191 |
| 2018 | 38.00% | +3.90pp | #199 |
| 2017 | 34.10% | +4.70pp | #197 |
| 2016 | 29.40% | +6.60pp | #199 |
| 2015 | 22.80% | +3.00pp | #201 |
| 2014 | 19.80% | +4.60pp | #202 |
| 2013 | 15.20% | −2.30pp | #205 |
| 2012 | 17.50% | +6.70pp | #202 |
| 2011 | 10.80% | +1.10pp | #208 |
| 2010 | 9.70% | −5.90pp | #208 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's electricity access was 67.00% in 2025. Ranked 181st globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from the previous year.
Rwanda's electricity access peaked at 67.00% in 2025.
The lowest electricity access in Rwanda was 1.03% in 1997.
Rwanda ranks 181st globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's electricity access is projected to reach 67.00% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Rwanda in 2025 was 67.00%. This ranks 181st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_electricity-access,
title = {Rwanda Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}