Rwanda Launches National Lottery InteGo! to Raise RWF 55 Billion for Public-Benefit Projects

Launched on October 27, 2026, in Kigali, InteGo! is part of the government's efforts to mobilize domestic resources for national development while expanding digital services and promoting transparency and responsible gambling.

The launch brought together representatives of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), the National Lottery and Gambling Commission (NLGC), government institutions and partners from the financial, telecommunications, technology and mobility sectors.

InteGo! is owned by the Government of Rwanda, regulated by the NLGC under RDB, and operated by Moja Rwanda Ltd, which was selected through a competitive process.

According to the organizers, proceeds from the lottery are expected to support initiatives in three priority areas: sports, health and culture, with the aim of contributing to community well-being, talent development and broader social and economic progress.

Serge Nyombayire, Head of Gambling Licensing and Regulations at the NLGC, described the launch as an important milestone in developing a modern, well-regulated national lottery.

Serge Nyombayire, Head of Gambling Licensing and Regulations at the NLGC

He said the initiative is intended to generate resources for national priorities while maintaining high standards of integrity, transparency, accountability and responsible participation.

InteGo! Goes Digital

The lottery has been designed as a digital platform through which eligible participants can take part using USSD, mobile money, the official website and a mobile application. Authorized agents will also provide assistance to customers who prefer in-person support, although ticket issuance and payments will be processed digitally.

Participation starts at RWF 100. Players can access the service by dialing *759# or visiting www.intego.rw.

The official launch included the first InteGo! draw. Daily Lotto 5/90 draws are scheduled to be broadcast live on Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA) television beginning October 28, 2026.

The draws will air at 7:40 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, and at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Daniel Mihizi, General Manager of Moja Rwanda Ltd, said the company's priority is to provide a secure, transparent and reliable lottery platform that meets international standards and earns public confidence.

Daniel Mihizi, General Manager of Moja Rwanda Ltd

He added that the operator had invested in digital technology and operational systems designed to strengthen accountability, protect players and provide access to the service across the country.

Responsible Gambling and Player Protection

Player protection is a central component of InteGo!'s operations, in line with Rwanda's gambling policy. Participation is restricted to adults aged 18 and above across all channels.

The platform includes spending limits and cooling-off options, while responsible gambling messages will feature in advertising and public communications. Participants who need assistance can call the free gambling support helpline on 2075. Those who wish to stop participating may also request account closure.

The NLGC will oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, including the protection of minors and vulnerable individuals, the integrity of lottery operations and accountability in the management of proceeds.

Organizers emphasize that InteGo! is intended for entertainment and should not be viewed as a source of income or a solution to financial difficulties.

In the coming weeks, InteGo! teams are expected to conduct public engagement activities across Rwanda to explain how the lottery works, address public questions and promote responsible participation.

The name InteGo! comes from the Kinyarwanda word intego, meaning “goal.” Its slogan, “Every Play Makes a Difference,” reflects the initiative's stated ambition to channel part of its proceeds towards projects intended to benefit the public.

Denise KAYUMBA/ MINALOC