Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is expected to arrive in Rwanda today for a working visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two nations.
The visit is part of Faye’s regional tour, which also includes a stop in Kenya, and seeks to deepen ties of friendship and collaboration between Senegal and the two East African countries.
President Faye and President Paul Kagame last met on August 31 in Dakar, during the Africa Food Systems Forum, a high-level platform focused on advancing African agriculture and food systems.
Earlier in the year, on February 1, the two leaders held bilateral discussions centered on enhancing cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, and regional security.
The presidents have maintained regular engagement, including during the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in Dakar last May, where they attended a match between Senegal’s AS Douanes and Rwanda’s APR Basketball Club.
Rwanda and Senegal continue to expand their partnership across multiple sectors. In September 2025, the two countries signed a bilateral air services agreement aimed at boosting air connectivity, trade, and tourism.
Additionally, collaboration in media and broadcasting has grown, with the Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA) partnering with Radio Télévision Sénégalaise (RTS) to enhance content exchange and professional cooperation.
President Faye’s visit is expected to reaffirm the shared commitment of Rwanda and Senegal to strengthening economic, cultural, and diplomatic relations within the broader framework of African regional integration.
