The Rwandan government has reaffirmed its readiness to implement the Washington Accords aimed at restoring peace between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), while insisting that both parties must fulfil their respective obligations, particularly the commitment to eliminate the FDLR.
Rwanda has asked Russia to increase the number of scholarships offered to Rwandan students, as the two countries seek to strengthen cooperation in education.
Rwandan Prime Minister Dr Justin Nsengiyumva attended a reception hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin for leaders participating in the third Russia-Africa Summit, taking place in Moscow from October 28 to 29, 2026.
Brig Gen Patrick Karuretwa has urged Rwanda’s public servants to align their daily responsibilities with national development priorities and ensure their work translates into tangible improvements in citizens’ lives.
Edouard Bamporiki has pledged to safeguard the trust President Paul Kagame has placed in him following his appointment as Executive Secretary of Unity Club Intwararumuri, while Julienne Uwacu has returned to government as Minister of Public Service and Labour after eight years away from cabinet.
Rwanda’s Prime Minister, Dr Justin Nsengiyumva, has arrived in Moscow to represent President Paul Kagame at the third Russia–Africa Summit, where leaders are expected to explore new opportunities for cooperation in trade, investment, energy and technology.
Rwanda’s Ambassador to Israel, Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Emmanuel Bayingana, has presented his credentials to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, formally beginning his diplomatic duties in the country.
President Paul Kagame met Germany’s Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office, Serap Güler, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, to discuss ways to strengthen relations and cooperation between the two countries.
Rwanda has expanded its diplomatic representation in Southeast Asia after Ambassador Innocent Muhizi presented his credentials to Brunei’s Sultan, Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, accrediting him to represent Kigali in the oil-rich Asian nation.
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have committed to implementing the Washington peace agreements, but the status of the armed group Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) remains a major point of disagreement between the two countries.
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