These African countries are among the world’s 20 best places to visit in 2020

Kigali, Rwanda – 5^th position

Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda has long been regarded as the “cleanest city in Africa”. It has clearly set the pace for other African cities to emulate and follow.

Kigali is clean, safe and filled with enlightening cultural experiences from world-class modern art galleries to fashion, local crafts and even a coffee co-op run by women making the world’s best coffee.

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Stating why Kigali is a destination on the list of the 20 best places to visit in 2020, president of The Stein Collective, an affiliate of Ovation Travel Group, Judy Stein says, ​”Rwanda in general and Kigali as the capital gateway city have really come into their own since the genocide a generation ago. Travelers who are adventurous, curious, eco-conscious travelers and conservationists are more likely to enjoy a visit to Kigali.”

Meanwhile, ensure you do not miss the two new ultra-luxe lodges that have recently opened, Singita Kwitonda and One&Only’s Nyungwe House.