The main Rwandan road traffic rules:

• Traffic moves on the right side of the road.
  
• The minimum driving age is 18 years in categories A and B and 20 years in categories C, D, E, and F.
• Drunk drivers are fined and jailed for 24 hours. The legal blood alcohol level is 0.08%. The random breath testing by police is legal.
• Helmet use is compulsory for motorcyclists.
• To wear seat belts is required for all car occupants.
• Vehicles already in a traffic circle have the right-of-way.
• Third-party insurance is required.
• The speed limit in towns is 40 km/h (25 mph) and in provinces is 60 km/h (37 mph).
• Using cell phones while driving is prohibited, unless phones are equipped with a hands free kit.
• The police phone number is 112.

Additional information:

• During the rainy season, many side roads are passable only with four-wheel drive vehicles.
• Police may stop any vehicle and search the car and luggage.
• Causing a fatal accident could result in three to six months imprisonment.
• While driving, it is required to have a driver license (International driving permit), vehicle registration documents, and car insurance certificates.
• To report traffic accidents, drivers should cold 113.