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Head of state · Rwanda

Paul Kagame

President of Rwanda

In office sinceApril 22, 200026 years, 5 months

Paul Kagame is the President of Rwanda, in office since April 22, 2000. Acting president from March 24, 2000. Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).

Connections

Leaders · U.S. mission · Reported with

Head of governmentJustin NsengiyumvaPrime Minister of RwandaSince 2025 · about 1 year
U.S. chargé d’affairesJohn ArmigerU.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Rwanda
Ambassador to the U.S.Mathilde MukantabanaAmbassador of Rwanda to the United StatesSince July 18, 2013 · 13 years, 2 months

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Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).