Yellow fever is a current risk in Rwanda due to outbreaks taking place in the region so it is recommended to get a yellow fever vaccination before traveling to Kigali.

Yes, for one to make a flight you must have a ticket as it shows that you have already paid for the flight. One should book a ticket when you need it. It’s advisable for one to buy a ticket when many people do. That is like two to four months before research show that you are likely to find the lowest price for your tickets. Fare tend to rise especially when you are close to your departure date. It also allows you to know the seats will be available and sometimes to choose the most appropriate for you.

Rwanda like much of East and Central Africa is mostly a cash based society and the Uganda Shilling is the Currency. Here and there you can use your Visa or Master Card which usually means 5% or more surcharge for the privilege for using your card. That means one needs cash while in the country. Many hotels, safari companies and airlines will ask for US dollars. Rwanda Francs will be accepted in many cases instead, not always at market exchange rate. Traveller Cheques are often harder to cash and are cumbersome requiring extra fees in banks and limited banks may even accept them in Rwanda.

By all standards Kigali is an excellent city in which to dine. A combination of Belgian culinary influence, plenty of cows, plenty of freshwater fish, and plenty of fresh vegetables equates to some of the best eating in the region. And it's all pretty affordable.