Who is a member
To become an RHTEA member, you’ll need to be eligible for membership. The requirements for becoming an RHTEA member will depend on whether you are operating within Rwanda’s political borders/or outside. So, when you apply to join RHTEA, we’ll seek to understand your category and level of involvement in hospitality industry knowledge advancement.
As a learning institution operating in Rwanda, you must have a valid licence from the Higher Education Council or Rwanda TVET Board recognising your institution. For consulting firms, we require a certificate from Rwanda and at least three letters of completion of consultation work done in the field of hospitality or related disciplines. For institutions with no local office, we require a relevant document from an official or industry-recognised regulatory body.
Full membership
Any Rwandan higher education institution or Technical vocational education and training institution and consulting firm that is involved in the teaching of and/or research into Tourism.
Associate member
Higher education or technical institutions operating outside Rwanda’s political borders, and to Rwandan organisations concerned with hospitality education. If you are a further education provider that is involved in the teaching of hospitality or related disciplines, please reach out to us
Requirements
Should be fully incorporated. (Registered and recognized company) with a good record. Should fill in corporate membership form. Should pay annual corporate membership fee quoted on the membership form. Tax clearance form.
Rwanda's Voice for Hospitality and tourism schools
Certificated Membership demonstrates high standing and esteem and demonstrates a commitment to supporting the hospitality profession within Higher Education in Rwanda. Opportunity to inform, influence, and respond to national and international tourism education policy initiatives.
Opportunity to stand for election to the RHTEA Executive Committee to have a say in the future development of the Association. Participate in the annual meeting to evaluate, share knowledge, and gather feedback from industry experts and partners. Participate in industry exhibitions and other initiatives enhancing visibility and sharing best practices.