President Paul Kagame on Friday joined African and international leaders in Conakry for the inauguration of Guinea’s President Mamadi Doumbouya, marking Rwanda’s diplomatic endorsement of Guinea’s transition from military rule to a constitutionally elected government.
The ceremony was held at Général Lansana Conté Stadium in the Guinean capital and brought together senior leaders from across Africa and beyond, reflecting regional and international support for Guinea’s leadership.
President Kagame arrived in Conakry on the afternoon of Friday, January 16, 2026, where he was received by Guinea’s Prime Minister, Amadou Oury Bah.
Later in the evening, President Kagame held talks with Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), on the sidelines of the visit.
Guinean authorities officially announced on December 31 that Mamadi Doumbouya had been elected President of the Republic of Guinea for a seven-year term after securing 86.7 percent of the vote.
Doumbouya has led Guinea since September 2021, when he assumed power following the overthrow of former President Alpha Condé and subsequently headed the country’s transitional administration.
His inauguration marks a new phase in Guinea’s political trajectory, signaling a return to constitutional order and the consolidation of a law-based governance framework.
Rwanda and Guinea maintain strong bilateral relations rooted in cooperation across political, economic, security, and development sectors. The partnership aims to promote the welfare of citizens in both countries and support sustainable development.
Relations between the two nations are anchored in mutual respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to continued engagement, reinforced through regular high-level visits and consultations.
