AFD is the implementing agency of different development-oriented interventions that France is engaged with globally.
Speaking after a private meeting with Minister Uwera, Mr. Rioux pointed out that the cooperation between both countries is on course to being rejuvenated that AFD will continue to support interventions in the financial sector which they have for the past 25 years.
“France wishes to not only support Rwanda but also get inspired by Rwanda’s development from a lot of innovations in the country as well as efficiency of public service,” Mr. Rioux said.
Minister Uwera said that both Rwanda and France look to mutually benefit development cooperation.
“We look forward to increased partnerships particularly through development cooperation and French private sector engagement which would contribute to realization of Rwanda’s vision,” Minister Uwera said.
France was a potential sponsor of Rwanda before the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The partnership relented later over the role played by the country during the genocide and being reluctant to apologize for its involvement.
Both countries relations were revived in 2017 when Emmanuel Macron was elected France president.
Yesterday, AFD also signed with Bank of Kigali, a financing agreement of $ 20 million and one Technical Assistance Agreement to encourage the financing of Small and Medium Enterprises in Rwanda which, among others, fall under the ICT and Energy sector.
Mr. Rioux was expected to meet different government officials, mainly in agriculture, education and infrastructure sectors, to discuss possible areas of cooperation and projects that need financing
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