The appointments outlined in the September 19, 2025, communique from the Office of the Prime Minister of Rwanda are part of a broader cabinet reshuffle and senior government restructuring announced by President Paul Kagame on September 18, 2025. This move follows the earlier appointment of Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva as Prime Minister in July 2025, which required the formation of a new Cabinet within 15 days as per the Rwandan Constitution (Articles 116, 117, and 121). The reshuffle retains most existing Cabinet members while introducing targeted changes to enhance leadership, expertise, and efficiency in key sectors.

The attached communique, issued by the Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Rwanda on September 19, 2025, outlines recent appointments made by His Excellency the President. The document is divided into two main sections: Cabinet members and other appointments, with details as follows:Cabinet Members:

  • Mr. Yves Iradukunda: Appointed as Minister of State in the Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT).

Other Appointments:Office of the President (OTP):

  • Mr. Dieudonné Gatete: Director of Cabinet.
  • Mr. Viviane Mukayiramda: Deputy Director of Cabinet.
  • Amb. Claude Nikobisanzwe: Chief of Protocol.

Office of the Prime Minister (OPM):

  • Mr. Leonard Minega Rugwiza: Head of the Delivery Unit.
  • Amb. Moses Rugema: Proposed High Commissioner of the Republic of Rwanda to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
  • Mr. Canoth Manishimwe: Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Service and Labour (MIFOTRA).
  • Mr. Clement Kabigi: Permanent Secretary, Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT).
  • Mr. Eraste Rurangwa: Permanent Secretary.

National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR):

  • Mr. Thaddée Tuyizere: Vice Chairperson.

Rwanda Public Procurement Authority (RPPA):

  • Mr. Jimmy Christian Byukusenge: Director General.

Rwanda Utility and Regulatory Authority (RURA):

  • Col. Claude Nkusi: Deputy Director General.

The communique is signed by Dr. Justin Nshimyumuremyi, Prime Minister, on behalf of His Excellency the President, Paul Kagame, and is dated September 19, 2025, in Kigali. The document reflects official governmental updates and organizational changes within various ministries and commissions.

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