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Website Hosting Request under the Government Portal

Hosting

Government institutions shouldmust useutilize hosting services that meet requirementsthe forhighest standards of security, reliability, and complyregulatory compliance, in full adherence to the Law on Data Protection and Privacy in Rwanda.

To promote compliance, standardization, and cost efficiency across all government digital platforms, institutions are strongly encouraged to host their websites under the Centralized Government Portal managed by the Rwanda Information Society Authority (RISA).

Key Advantages

  • Enhanced Security: Centralized monitoring and enforcement of cybersecurity best practices across all government websites.
  • Improved Reliability: Guaranteed uptime and optimal performance through a professionally managed infrastructure.
  • Simplified Maintenance: Streamlined updates, troubleshooting, and technical support within a unified hosting environment.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Full alignment with relevant regulations such as the law onnational data protection and data privacy instandards Rwanda.as Currentlyrequired by law.
  • Cost Efficiency: Unified hosting eliminates the need for individual hosting expenditures.
  • Harmonized Design and Experience: Ensures a consistent look and feel across all government websitesinstitutions, reinforcing the national digital identity and improving user trust.

How to Join the Government Portal

To join the Government Portal, institutions must besubmit hosteda byformal written request addressed to the designatedChief Rwanda-basedExecutive ICTOfficer service provider and operator(CEO) of the NationalRwanda DataInformation Center.Society Authority (RISA). A copy of the request should be sent to typo3support@risa.gov.rw 

The request should briefly describe the institution’s mandate and any specific technical requirements, if applicable.

Upon receipt, RISA will review the request and coordinate with the institution’s technical team to facilitate the onboarding  process.

Support: The RISA Software Team will assist institutions in aligning their websites with the Government of Rwanda Websites Guideline.

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