President Paul Kagame named the cabinet on Friday, August 16, after reappointing Dr. Ngirente Edouard as the Prime Minister of Rwanda. The communiqué from the Office of the Prime Minister listed 21 ministers and nine ministers of state. The newly appointed Cabinet will take their oath of office on Monday, August 19, marking the beginning of the work of the government in President Paul Kagame’s next five-year term. The Cabinet implements national policies agreed upon by the President and the Cabinet in meetings. The Cabinet is accountable to the President and the Parliament. Here are the respon
President Paul Kagame named the cabinet on Friday, August 16, after reappointing Dr. Ngirente Edouard as the Prime Minister of Rwanda.
The communiqué from the Office of the Prime Minister listed 21 ministers and nine ministers of state.
The newly appointed Cabinet will take their oath of office on Monday, August 19, marking the beginning of the work of the government in President Paul Kagame’s next five-year term.
The Cabinet implements national policies agreed upon by the President and the Cabinet in meetings.
The Cabinet is accountable to the President and the Parliament.
Here are the responsibilities of Ministries:
The Prime Minister’s Office, under the authority of the Prime Minister, is entrusted with assisting the Prime Minister in the implementation of national policies, leading government activities along the major guidelines given by the President of the Republic, and ensuring law enforcement. The PMO is also entrusted with the function of formulating the Government's program of action in consultation with Ministerial Departments.
Dr. Edouard Ngirente is the Prime Minister.
MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND ECONOMIC PLANNING (MINECOFIN)
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) has a mission to raise sustainable growth, economic opportunities, and living standards for all Rwandans.
Among its goals, MINECOFIN works to maintain a stable macroeconomic environment with low inflation, moderate budget deficits, and sustainable public debt and to foster greater evidence-based planning and performance-based budgeting.
Yusuf Murangwa is the Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, and Richard Tusabe is the Minister of State In Charge of the National Treasury.
Mutesi Linda Rusagara is the Minister of State for Resource Mobilisation and Public Investment in MINECOFIN.
MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT (MOE)
The Ministry of Environment was established to ensure the conservation, protection, and development of the environment. It also ensures the safeguard of green and climate resilience for the growth of the economy.
Dr. Valentine Uwamariya is the Minister of Environment.
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND ANIMAL RESOURCES (MINAGRI)
The Ministry of Agriculture’s mission is to develop and manage suitable programs for the transformation and modernization of agriculture and livestock to ensure food security and contribute to the national economy.
Dr. Ildephonse Musafiri is the Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources.
Eric Rwigamba is the Minister of State for Agriculture and Animal Resources.
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION (MINEDUC)
The mission of the Ministry of Education is to transform the Rwandan citizen into skilled human capital for the socio-economic development of the country by ensuring equitable access to quality education focusing on combating illiteracy, promotion of science and technology, critical thinking, and positive values.
Gaspard Twagirayezu is the Minister of Education, and Claudette Irere is the Minister of State for Education.
MINISTRY OF ICT AND INNOVATION (MINICT)
The mission of the Ministry of ICT and Innovation is to address national priorities for economic growth and poverty reduction through the development and coordination of national policies related to Information & Communication Technology.
Paula Ingabire is the Minister of ICT and Innovation.
MINISTRY OF HEALTH (MOH)
The main goal of the Ministry of Health is to provide and continually improve the health services of the Rwandan population through the provision of preventive, curative, and rehabilitative healthcare, thereby contributing to the reduction of poverty and enhancing the general well-being of the population.
Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana is the Minister of Health, and Dr. Yvan Butera is the Minister of State in the Ministry of Health.
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE (MOD)
The Ministry of Defence is responsible for ensuring the sovereignty and defense of the country by protecting Rwanda’s interests, territorial integrity, vital resources of the population, and national values under the ambit of the Constitution and International Law.
Juvenal Marizamunda is the Minister of Defence.
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE (MINIJUST)
The vision of the Ministry of Justice is to promote and facilitate the Rule of law in the country by emphasizing the equality of all persons before the law and ensuring that judicial institutions are effective and efficient in the provision of legal services to the public. The Minister of Justice also serves as the Republic of Rwanda’s Attorney General.
Dr. Emmanuel is the Minister of Justice.
MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT (MINALOC)
The Ministry of Local Government ensures the coordination of good governance and high-quality territorial administration programs that promote economic, social, and political development throughout the nation.
Jean Claude Musabyimana is the Minister of Local Government.
Marie Solange Kayisire is the Minister of State for Local Government.
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION (MINAFFET)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is responsible for establishing and maintaining quality relationships with other countries for peace, security, and stability of Rwanda, the region, and the world. It also participates in wealth creation through more efficient cooperation for development, promotion of investments and tourism, the transfer of know-how and technologies, and more equitable worldwide trade regional integration.
Amb. Olivier Nduhungirehe is the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
Gen (Rtd) James Kabarebe is the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in charge of Regional Cooperation.
MINISTRY OF GENDER AND FAMILY PROMOTION (MIGEPROF)
The Ministry of Gender and Family Promotion (MIGEPROF) is mandated to ensure strategic coordination of policy implementation in the areas of gender, family, women's empowerment, and children's issues.
Consolée Uwimana is the Minister of Gender and Family Promotion.
MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURE (MININFRA)
The mission of the Ministry of Infrastructure is to ensure sustainable infrastructure development covering the transport, energy, water supply and sanitation, housing, and human settlement sectors, aiming to drive Rwanda’s economic growth and enhance the quality of life of the citizens.
Dr. Jimmy Gasore is the Minister of Infrastructure, and Olivier Kabera is the Minister of State in the Ministry of Infrastructure.
MINISTRY OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
The mission of this ministry is to attain a highly proficient mechanism for preventing, mitigating, responding, recovering, securing, monitoring, and timely acting on natural and man-made disaster risks. The Ministry is also mandated to have a proactive refugee policy and a good mechanism for handling Rwandan and Foreign Refugees affairs in respect of Rwandan law and international treaties.
Maj Gen (Rtd) Albert Murasira is the Minister of Emergency Management.
MINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY (MINICOM)
MINICOM aspires to drive Rwanda’s economic development agenda through civil society and private sector engagement. This is done by facilitating business through regional integration and ensuring the growth of a productive, middle class of entrepreneurs as part of a service and knowledge-based economy.
Prudence Sebahizi is the Minister of Trade and Industry.
MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND LABOUR
The Ministry of Public Service and Labour has a mission to reinforce the national labour standards, promote job creation, and institutionalize an efficient and modern public service management framework that will enable private and public sector organizations to perform at their best and effectively contribute to improving the lives of the Rwandan population.
Amb. Christine Nkulikiyinka is the Minister of Public Service and Labour.
MINISTRY OF SPORTS
The Ministry of Sports has a mission to develop and support the implementation of policies and strategies that lead to a winning culture in sports.
Richard Nyirishema is the Minister of Sports.
MINISTRY OF YOUTH AND ARTS
The mission of the Ministry of Youth is to create an enabling environment for youth socio-economic empowerment.
Dr. Utumatwishima Jean Nepo Abdallah is the Minister Youth and Arts, and Sandrine Umutoni is the Minister of State for Youth and Arts.
MINISTRY OF CABINET AFFAIRS (MINICAAF)
The mission of MINICAAF is to ensure that the Cabinet process is run effectively and efficiently and that proper consultations take place before policy decisions are taken.
Inés Mpambara is the Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister.
MINISTER IN THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
The Minister in the Office of the President reviews all legislation before promulgation by the President of the Republic. The Minister is also charged with resolving citizen complaints addressed to the President and supervises the implementation of Presidential pledges. The Minister serves as a liaison between the Cabinet and Parliament.
Judith Uwizeye is the Minister in the Office of the President.
MINISTRY OF NATIONAL UNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT(MINUBUMWE)
The mission of MINUBUMWE is to preserve historical memory, to reinforce national unity, and to promote citizenship education and culture.
Dr. Jean Damascène Bizimana is the Minister.
MINISTRY OF INTERIOR
MININTER has a mission to ensure internal security, peace, and stability.
Dr. Vincent Biruta is the Minister of Interior.
Dr. Edouard Ngirente, the Prime Minister of Rwanda
Judith Uwizeye
Minister in the Office of the President.
Source: Office of the Prime Minister
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