The bridges of Rwanda open up new worlds0

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• August 29, 2026

Naomi Nibishaka crosses the newly constructed pedestrian bridge over a river. She’s on her way to see her son and grandchildren, who live in a settlement on the other side. Claire Harbage/NPR hide caption toggle caption Claire Harbage/NPR MUKUNGA RIVER VALLEY, Rwanda — For Naomi Nibishaka, there’s life before the bridge, and life after the