WSA-Rwanda Community

100+ writers.
One community.

WSA-Rwanda is a community of Rwandan writers who believe that writing is better together. Discover our writers, explore their work, and find your place among them.

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Our community through the years

100+
Writers
5
Genres represented
6
Years building community
3+
Events per year

Featured Voices

Writer Spotlight

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Esther Uwase

Esther Uwase

Poetry & Non-Fiction

“Author of A Conversation with Dusk and License to Thrill. She writes with curiosity and precision, moving between poetic reflection and non-fiction exploration of the world around her.

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Sylvestre Nsengimana

Sylvestre Nsengimana

Poetry & Fiction

“Performing artist, creative producer and author of the poetry collections The Journey and Tears in a Verse. He writes with the precision of a performer, giving every poem purpose and every word intention.

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Lise Nova Berwadushime

Lise Nova Berwadushime

Poetry & Fiction

“Poet, writer, and copywriter. Author of the poetry collections East of Faith West of Fear and The Answer to a Requiem, and the children's story book Adventures of Detective Donkey. She finds her inspiration in music, nature, and the quiet wonders of everyday life.

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Francis Byaruhanga

Francis Byaruhanga

Fiction

“An emerging writer from Kigali and author of the debut novel Fall of Gods, bringing fresh imagination and a distinctive voice to contemporary Rwandan literature.

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Why join?

What membership includes

Peer community

Access to our writers' WhatsApp group, monthly meetups, and a network of over 100 Rwandan writers you can share work with, ask questions, and grow alongside.

Publication opportunities

Share your writing with a wider audience through exclusive member publishing and professional editing.

Workshops

Free craft workshops led by experienced writers and editors. Topics rotate from "Writing the opening line" to "How to revise without destroying your voice" and recordings are available to members who can't attend live.

Events access

Priority access and discounted tickets to WSA-Rwanda events: readings, launches, poetry and storytelling events, and open mic sessions. Members are also invited to read at community events.

Services discount

Members receive a discount on all WSA Rwanda services, including manuscript editing, book review, writing assistance, and publishing support. The discount applies from the day you join.

Anthology opportunities

WSA-Rwanda publishes collective anthologies featuring member work. As a member you are eligible to submit when the next anthology opens, your name in a published book.

In their own words

What the community means to them

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Before joining WSA-Rwanda, I had no purpose for my writing. It was just another hobby I did the way I pleased. But now, I have a supportive community that has shaped my purpose and my vision for writing. I can't imagine continuing this writing journey without the support of this community.

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Patrick Iradukunda

Poetry and fiction writer · Member since 2023

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Space (WSA-Rwanda) taught me how to properly put my thoughts on a paper and applauded me every time I made progress. Space gave me friends who turned into family.

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Gisele Umurungi

Poetry and creative non-fiction writer · Member since 2021

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Six years with WSA-Rwanda has been an adventurous journey filled with learning and growth. Before joining, I had just started writing, but I can say that the energy, support, and diversity of every member have made this experience truly fantastic and inspiring.

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Muctar Inkindi

Children's literature and poetry writer · Member since 2020

Membership options

Join at any level

Member

Free

Always. No card needed.

Everything WSA-Rwanda offers, at no cost. We believe the community should be open to every Rwandan writer, regardless of resources.

  • ✓Community access (WhatsApp & meetups)
  • ✓Access to craft workshops
  • ✓Publication opportunities
  • ✓Events priority & discounts
  • ✓10% off all WSA-Rwanda services
  • ✓Anthology opportunities
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Most chosen

Supporting member

24,000RWF

Per year · Optional contribution

Everything in Free membership, plus you help sustain the community, keeping workshops free, events accessible, and the magazine publishing.

  • ✓Everything in Free membership
  • ✓Name in Umukarago "with thanks" section
  • ✓Free copy of each new anthology
  • ✓Priority for coaching programme places
  • ✓You help keep WSA-Rwanda running
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Friend & Patron

70,000RWF

Per year · For those who can

For those who want to make a meaningful contribution to Rwandan literature and WSA-Rwanda's long-term sustainability.

  • ✓Everything in Supporting membership
  • ✓Named patron in all WSA-Rwanda publications
  • ✓Annual one-on-one with a WSA-Rwanda editor
  • ✓Input into community programming
  • ✓Invitation to annual members' dinner
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A note on pricing: The free membership is real and complete. The paid tiers exist for those who want to support WSA-Rwanda financially, not to gate any features. If you can give, please do. If you can't, join for free and give your writing instead.

The process

You are three steps away.

1

Fill in the form

Your name, email, phone number, bio, picture, and sample of your original writing.

Takes less than 5 minutes
2

Introduction to the community

Our Deputy Coordinator will contact you with onboarding details and the community WhatsApp link.

Within two months
3

You are home

Join the group. Attend the next workshop. Come to an event. Or just read along until you are ready.

At your own pace
Common questions

Before you join

Do I need to have published anything to join?

No. Membership is open to anyone who writes and is at least 18. Many of our members joined before they had finished two pieces. The community is for writers at every stage, from first work to published author.

Do I need to be Rwandan?

WSA-Rwanda is primarily a community for Rwandan writers and writers of Rwandan heritage. If you are not Rwandan but have a strong connection to Rwanda or Rwandan literature, email us first and we'll be happy to discuss.

What language does the community use?

The community communicates primarily in English and Kinyarwanda. You do not need to be fluent in both — most of our conversations happen in English, with Kinyarwanda used naturally where it feels right.

Is the free membership really free?

Yes. Completely free, with no card required and no trial period. The free membership includes everything listed. The paid tiers are optional contributions.

Can I leave the community if I change my mind?

Of course. You can leave the WhatsApp group, unsubscribe from emails, and ask us to cancel your membership at any time. No hard feelings. Your published work remains on the site unless you specifically ask us to remove it.

What if I live outside Kigali?

Our community is based primarily in Kigali, with members across Rwanda and the diaspora. Most workshops are available online, and we are expanding events to other regions. Wherever you are, you are welcome.

Open to all Rwandan writers aged 18 and above

Join the community.

Fill in our short application form, and we will be in touch.

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Free to join. Open to all Rwandan writers aged 18 and above.

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