Kigali, Rwanda — The Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, approved the appointment of Uwera Jean Maurice as Deputy Government Spokesperson of Rwanda, replacing the late Alain Mukuralinda who passed away in March 2025. Mukuralinda died following a heart attack, leaving a vacancy in the critical communications role. His passing was a significant loss to Rwanda's government communications team, where he had served with distinction. Jean Maurice Uwera is a former journalist who has built a prominent career in Rwandan media. He has worked extensively with the Rwanda Broadcasting Age

Kigali, Rwanda — The Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, approved the appointment of Uwera Jean Maurice as Deputy Government Spokesperson of Rwanda, replacing the late Alain Mukuralinda who passed away in March 2025.

Mukuralinda died following a heart attack, leaving a vacancy in the critical communications role. His passing was a significant loss to Rwanda's government communications team, where he had served with distinction.

Jean Maurice Uwera is a former journalist who has built a prominent career in Rwandan media. He has worked extensively with the Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA), where he became known for his in-depth interviews and coverage of major news stories. Uwera graduated with a master's degree in journalism from the Catholic University of Kabgayi in Muhanga District in 2022.

The appointment comes nearly a year after Mukuralinda's death as the government moves to fill the position and strengthen its public communication structures. The Deputy Government Spokesperson position plays a crucial role in coordinating official communications and ensuring consistent messaging across government institutions.

Details about Uwera's specific responsibilities and when he will assume his new role were not immediately disclosed. The appointment requires formal swearing-in before he begins his duties in the Office of the Government Spokesperson.

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