Venue & Accommodation
Host City: City of Kigali
Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, is known for its beauty, safety, and cleanliness. With a population of over 1 million people, the city sits on rolling hills and offers amazing views. Kigali combines traditional Rwandan culture with modern living, featuring lively markets, cultural landmarks like the Kigali Genocide Memorial, and a thriving food scene. It is also a leader in green and sustainable urban development, making it one of the most exciting cities to visit in Africa.
Learn more about Kigali at https://www.kigalicity.gov.rw/
Venue: Kigali Convention Center
The Global Space Conference on Climate Change (GLOC 2026) will be held at the Kigali Convention Centre (KCC). Located in the heart of Kigali, KCC is an architectural masterpiece inspired by the traditional Rwandan King’s Palace, with its dome design symbolizing unity. The venue features a large auditorium, flexible meeting rooms, and exhibition spaces, making it perfect for international events. It is also close to Kigali International Airport, top hotels, and many city attractions. Other international events hosted at KCC: FIA award giving ceremony in 2024, FIFA General Assembly in 2023, Women Deliver in 2023, CHOGM in 2022, to name a few.
For more details, visit: https://www.kcc.rw/
Accommodation
As a registered delegate, you can access hotels at discounted rates obtained through promotional codes. These hotels provide excellent business facilities, shuttle airport services, and convenient access to the Kigali Convention Centre.
Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali
Ubumwe Grand Hotel
Lemigo Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali
- Address: KG 2 Roundabout
- Distance from venue: Venue for GLOC
- Category: 5 Star
- Standard Room: $220
Ubumwe Grand Hotel
- Address: KN 67 Street
- Distance from venue: 6.6 km
- Category: 4 Star
- Standard Room: $170
- Deluxe Room: $200
Lemigo Hotel
- Address: KG 624 St, Kimihurura
- Distance from venue: 1.3 km
- Category: 4 Star
- Standard Room: $125
- Deluxe Room: $200
Travel Information
Exclusive Airline Offers for GLOC 2026 Participants
RwandAir and Kenya Airways have extended a special discounted airfare for GLOC 2026 participants under the following terms and conditions:
- Promo code GLOC26 with a discount of 20% & 15% respectively. (Base Fare only)
- The discount applies from the network to KGL.
- Sales Period: Immediate – 04 June 2026.
- Travel Period: 19 May – 18 June 2026.
- https://www.rwandair.com/eng/
- Promo code GLOC26 with a discount of 15%
- Sales Period: WIE until 4 June 2026
- Travel Period: 25 May 2026 - 11 Jun 2026
- Journey Type: Return Journey
- https://www.kenya-airways.com/en-rw/
Visa & Entry Requirements
Rwanda maintains one of Africa's most open and efficient visa policies, ensuring smooth entry for international participants attending GLOC 2026.
Visa Eligibility
- Visa on arrival for citizens of all African Union, Commonwealth, and La Francophonie member states.
- Many additional nationalities also qualify for visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry.
- Delegates not eligible for visa-on-arrival may apply for an e-visa through the Rwanda Immigration portal or via https://irembo.gov.rw/
Travel Requirements
- Passports must be valid for at least six (6) months from the date of entry.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only for travelers arriving from affected countries.
- Delegates are encouraged to check the latest travel and entry requirements prior to departure.
For more information, please visit: https://www.migration.gov.rw/visa/visitors-visa and apply through: https://irembo.gov.rw/