According to an official diplomatic correspondence dated June 3, Foreign Affairs Minister Édouard Bizimana instructed Ambassador Njebarikanuye to return to the political capital of Gitega “as soon as possible” to receive an “urgent communication.”
The sudden directive follows a June 2 ceremony at the OIF headquarters in Paris, where Njebarikanuye met with OIF Secretary-General Louise Mushikiwabo. The meeting was part of a standard diplomatic progression to accredit envoys to the Francophonie body, alongside newly designated representatives from Slovenia, Montenegro, Romania, Gabon, and Greece.
During the session, Njebarikanuye presented authorization to act as President Évariste Ndayishimiye’s representative to the OIF Permanent Council. Briefing notes from the organization indicated that discussions focused on bilateral cooperation, specifically regarding regional literacy campaigns and gender equality initiatives.
Minister Bizimana’s recall letter offered no public justification for the abrupt summons, stating only:
“I have the honour to inform you that you are requested to return to the capital as soon as possible in order to receive an urgent communication concerning you.”
Njebarikanuye assumed her posting in Paris on March 16, 2026, holding concurrent accreditation to Portugal, Spain, Monaco, Andorra, Romania, Malta, and Albania.
It remains unclear whether Njebarikanuye’s recall is for temporary consultations or signals a permanent reassignment, though some observers have speculated that her tenure could be cut short.
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