Rwanda Cooperation June 2026 Highlights
In June 2026, Rwanda Cooperation strengthened its position as a leading platform for global knowledge exchange, bringing together nations united by a shared commitment to sustainable development. Across Africa, Asia, and beyond, governments and institutions turned to Rwanda to learn from practical solutions, innovative systems, and home-grown approaches that have shaped the country’s transformation journey.
From high-level diplomatic engagements to technical study visits and the historic Inaugural Convention on South-South and Triangular Cooperation, the month reflected the growing demand for Rwanda’s experience in governance, digital transformation, public sector reform, and institutional development.
The Inaugural Convention on South-South and Triangular Cooperation held on 22–23 June 2026 at the Kigali Convention Centre under the theme "Strengthening Collaboration and Institutional Frameworks for Effective Implementation," the Convention welcomed more than 300 delegates for high-level discussions on institutional capacity building, digital transformation, financing the Sustainable Development Goals, climate resilience, gender equity, and knowledge sharing.
June also featured courtesy visits from the Resident Ambassadors of Brazil and Gabon, alongside strategic engagements with Sierra Leone and Guinea, reflecting growing international interest in partnerships built on shared knowledge, innovation, and mutual development.
Study Visits and Knowledge Exchange
“Niger Ministry of the Interior, Public Security, and Territorial Administration in Rwanda for a study visit”
The study visits hosted throughout June reflected the increasing demand for Rwanda's practical development experience across diverse sectors.
Malawi: The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development explored Rwanda's transport governance, road infrastructure planning, traffic safety digitization, urban planning, and innovative e-mobility solutions.
Zambia: Officials from the Zambia Statistics Agency benchmarked Rwanda's statistical systems, focusing on data governance, integrated statistics, and innovations in gender data for evidence-based policymaking.
India: A delegation from the National Defence College received insights into Rwanda's socio-economic transformation, foreign policy, investment promotion, and tourism development.
Eswatini (Judiciary): The judiciary delegation examined Rwanda's digital justice ecosystem, including electronic case management, land administration, and integrated public service delivery.
Eswatini (Ministry of Finance and Economic Development): Officials explored Rwanda's public financial management strategies to strengthen fiscal governance.
Somalia: Representatives from the Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation and the Somali National University explored Rwanda's experience in peacebuilding, reconciliation, and academic partnerships.
Liberia: Officials benchmarked Rwanda's approaches to planning, budgeting, Imihigo performance management, the E-Cabinet system, and citizen-centred governance.
Niger: Following the Convention, a high-level delegation explored decentralization, digital public services, electronic governance, and national development coordination.
Mali: The Office of the Auditor General exchanged experiences on public financial accountability, anti-corruption frameworks, and institutional oversight.
Israel: The Village Way Educational Institute explored Rwanda's Home-Grown Solutions, including Gacaca, Abunzi, Girinka, Umuganda, Imihigo, Umushyikirano, Umwiherero, and Itorero.
GIM-UEMOA (CĂ´te d'Ivoire, Togo and Burkina Faso): A regional delegation benchmarked Rwanda's public financial management, digital tax administration, IFMIS, Irembo, EBM, and NIDA systems.
Zimbabwe: The Office of the President benchmarked Rwanda's experience in the digitalization of government services.
Tanzania (Geita Regional Secretariat): The delegation learned from Rwanda's implementation of Universal Health Insurance and its contribution to improving access to healthcare.
Tanzania (Public Service Social Security Fund): Officials explored Rwanda's experience in ease of doing business and investment promotion.
Strategic Engagements
“CEO Richard Niwenshuti and H.E. Ivan Viegas, Resident Ambassador of Brazil to Rwanda”
Rwanda Cooperation welcomed 3 diplomatic engagements and 1 project strategic courtesy visits.
Brazil: CEO Richard Niwenshuti received H.E. Ivan Viegas, Resident Ambassador of Brazil to Rwanda, to discuss future cooperation and preparations for the Inaugural Convention.
Gabon: H.E. Dr. Sylver Aboubakar Minko Mi Nseme, Resident Ambassador of Gabon to Rwanda, explored opportunities for institutional collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Sierra Leone: A delegation from the Office of the President explored partnerships in green growth, carbon credit expertise, investment promotion, and conference management.
Guinea: Rwanda Cooperation hosted the TELEMO Project Manager for a strategic follow-up on implementing Guinea's electronic public procurement platform.
Supporting Citizen-Centred Governance Beyond Rwanda’s Borders
Beyond hosting international delegations, Rwanda Cooperation continued to support the adaptation of Rwanda’s governance approaches in partner countries. As part of its South-South Cooperation mandate, Rwanda Cooperation is facilitating the implementation of the 2026 National Accountability Summit with the Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho.
Inspired by Rwanda’s Umushyikirano model, the Summit provides a platform to strengthen citizen engagement, transparency, and accountable governance. This collaboration reflects the growing partnership between Rwanda and Lesotho and highlights how shared experiences and locally adapted solutions can contribute to stronger institutions and citizen-centred public service delivery.
Strategic Knowledge Sharing
In partnership with the National Public Service Commission (NPSC), the National Child Development Agency (NCDA), and the Ministry of Youth and Arts, Rwanda Cooperation convened a strategic knowledge-sharing session with Hon. Tito Rutaremara, Chairperson of the Rwanda Elders Advisory Forum (REAF), focusing on Rwanda's governance transformation, reconciliation journey, and institution-building experience.
As June 2026 ends, Rwanda Cooperation’s engagements stand as a testament to the impact of knowledge-sharing and partnerships driven by common development goals. Through study visits, diplomatic exchanges, and strategic collaborations, Rwanda continued to share experiences that inspire practical solutions and strengthen institutional capacity worldwide.
The success of the Inaugural Convention on South-South and Triangular Cooperation further highlighted the importance of collective action in addressing global challenges and accelerating progress towards sustainable development.
Looking ahead, Rwanda Cooperation remains committed to connecting nations, institutions, and communities through meaningful partnerships that transform shared knowledge into lasting impact.
