President Paul Kagame and his Senegalese counterpart Bassirou Diomaye Faye on October 18 presided over the signing of multiple bilateral agreements to deepen collaboration between Rwanda and Senegal.
The agreements include visa exemptions for holders of all passport categories, partnerships in agriculture and livestock, health, correctional services, and the development of strategic programs.
During their one-on-one meeting, the two leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation and advance Africa’s unity, self-reliance, and inclusive development. Kagame emphasized the importance of empowering Africa’s youth, while Faye described relations between the two countries as excellent—founded on peace, solidarity, and a shared vision for the continent’s progress.
Faye acknowledged that economic and trade ties remain limited despite strong political relations and proposed creating a Grand Joint Cooperation Commission to boost collaboration in sectors such as education, agriculture, digital economy, air transport, and sports.
He also praised Kagame’s leadership in African Union reforms and peace initiatives and invited Rwanda to participate in the Youth Olympic Games that Senegal will host next year.