Rwanda August 22, 2025
We’re proud to announce that Vidari Company Ltd, part of the Vidari Group and operator of Vidaripay, has officially received a Data Controller Certificate from the National Cyber Security Authority (NCSA) of Rwanda (Registration No. 001/1954/0825).
This certification confirms that Vidaripay complies with Rwanda’s Personal Data Protection and Privacy Law (Law No. 058/2021) and meets all requirements as a registered data controller and processor. It’s an important milestone that reflects our dedication to protecting user information and maintaining the highest standards of security and transparency.
Rwanda introduced its Personal Data Protection and Privacy Law in October 2021, giving organizations two years to align with the new regulations. Vidaripay’s certification demonstrates our success in meeting these standards and our continued commitment to responsible data management in the digital payments sector.
“This certification reaffirms our commitment to safeguarding user information and maintaining transparency in how we manage data,” said Ines Umutoni, Operations Manager at Vidari Company Ltd. “As digital transactions continue to grow, we’ll keep strengthening our systems and working closely with regulators to ensure user data remains safe and secure across all the countries where we operate.”
Why This Matters
Data protection is more than just compliance it’s about trust. Receiving this certification means that every piece of information shared on Vidaripay is handled safely, securely, and responsibly.
What This Means for You
Stronger privacy and security across all transactions
Assurance that your personal data is managed according to national standards
Continued commitment to keeping Vidaripay a secure and trusted platform
Gerard Karuhanga, from the Data Protection and Privacy Office at the National Cyber Security Authority (NCSA), commended Vidaripay’s efforts to comply with Rwanda’s data protection framework, noting that the certification confirms the company’s fulfillment of registration requirements under the Personal Data Protection and Privacy Law (Law No. 058/2021).
Looking Ahead
This achievement strengthens our promise to build safe, reliable, and transparent payment solutions for individuals and businesses across Africa.
We’ll continue to enhance our systems and services, with data protection at the core of everything we do.
We thank our users, vendors, and partners for being part of this journey. Together, we’re building a trusted and secure future for digital payments in Africa.
