The Auditor General has identified delays in the implementation of government projects as a key factor undermining efficiency in public financial management and value for money in public investments.
The findings were presented on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, by Auditor General Alexis Kamuhire while submitting the annual audit report for the 2025/2026 fiscal year to Parliament.
Kamuhire said several public institutions continue to struggle with slow project execution, a challenge that contributes to weak financial performance and delays in service delivery.
He cited seven major projects worth Rwf 481 billion whose contracts have been signed but remain unimplemented, with delays ranging from one year to four years.
The delayed projects include the expansion of the Kigali–Muhanga road, the Prince House–Masaka road project, and the construction of Kabgayi Hospital, among others.
The issue of stalled projects has also been repeatedly raised at the highest level of government. President Paul Kagame has previously warned that poor planning and weak follow-up of development projects undermine national transformation and waste public resources.
He has specifically pointed to the Muvumba Multipurpose Water Resources Development Program in Nyagatare District, which was expected to improve irrigation, water access, and electricity supply but has faced significant delays.
Authorities say improving project planning, execution, and monitoring remains critical to ensuring timely delivery of public investments and accelerating development outcomes.
