
2024 – KINYARWANDA – Primary P6 – Past Paper – NESA is a complete, solved national examination intended for Primary Six (P6) learners in Rwanda preparing for the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) organized by the National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA).
The Kinyarwanda examination evaluates key language competencies aligned with the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC). The 2024 paper assesses a learner’s ability to:
Core Competencies Tested
Kumva no gusesengura inyandiko (Listening & reading comprehension)
Ikibonezamvugo (Grammar and sentence structure)
Ubumenyi rusange bw’ururimi (General linguistic knowledge)
Ihangamwandiko (Guided and free composition)
Understanding of interuro, imvugo, amoko y’amagambo, amazina y’amasano, utwatuzo, and cultural expressions such as imigani, insigamigani, and ibisakuzo
The exam not only tests reading and interpretation skills but also checks a learner’s mastery of correct spelling, grammar rules, verb tenses, coherence in writing, vocabulary use, and the ability to construct meaningful sentences.
About the 2024 P6 Kinyarwanda National Exam
Each year, tens of thousands of P6 candidates across Rwanda sit for the national examinations, including the Kinyarwanda paper. It remains one of the foundational subjects, measuring a learner’s competence in their mother tongue and cultural heritage.
The 2024 exam was composed of structured questions, matching items, fill-in-the-blank sections, True/False tasks, and a writing section requiring creativity and clarity. Schools across the country use this exam to prepare learners for secondary education by strengthening reading, writing, and communication skills.
What This Solved File Contains
The complete 2024 NESA Kinyarwanda exam (P6)
- Marking scheme and points per sub-question
High-quality solutions for comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing
A teacher-friendly and learner-friendly structure that supports revision
This solved past paper is ideal for:
Learners preparing for PLE
Teachers planning lessons or conducting revision sessions
Parents supporting children at home
Schools conducting mock exams
Tutors and education centers focused on performance improvement
Using real NESA questions and answers helps learners understand exam patterns, strengthen their language foundations, and gain confidence for national exams.



