Tourism at the Heart of Development
How Your Visit Powers Community Well-being in Ruboni.
Ruboni Tourism Village is built on the principle that the local community must be at the heart of tourism. Recognized by the UNWTO for its effective community governance and benefit sharing, our model ensures that tourism is a positive force for local development.
Local Ownership and Involvement
We ensure direct economic benefits and involvement for local residents through high levels of ownership and management:
Local Management: Over 80% of tourism services in the village are owned or managed by locals.
Local Businesses: This includes homestays, the community visitors centre, village tours, and the art gallery.
Job Creation: We provide jobs for youth and women as guides, artisans, and hosts.
Women’s Empowerment: Tourism facilitates women’s involvement and empowerment, notably through the Women Organic Farmers’ Cooperative and Handicrafts Production and Selling.
Tourism Revenue Funding
Revenue generated from your bookings and visits is directly invested back into critical local projects:
Education: Supporting local schools.
Health and Sanitation: Funding crucial health and sanitation projects.
Infrastructure: Facilitating community infrastructure improvements.
Community Facilities: Supporting the Community Visitors Centre.
