{"id":54901,"date":"2025-07-16T13:42:20","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T13:42:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/dr-ngabitsinze-takes-helm-as-arc-group-director-general\/"},"modified":"2025-07-16T13:41:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T13:41:58","slug":"dr-ngabitsinze-takes-helm-as-arc-group-director-general","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/dr-ngabitsinze-takes-helm-as-arc-group-director-general\/","title":{"rendered":"Dr. Ngabitsinze takes helm as ARC Group Director-General"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Dr. Ngabitsinze\u2019s appointment, made during the 14th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP14) in April 2025, ARC\u2019s highest decision-making body, also grants him the title of United Nations Assistant Secretary-General, underscoring the strategic importance of his new role at both continental and global levels.<\/p>\n<p>In its official statement, ARC described his appointment as the dawn of a \u201cnew era\u201d for the Group, highlighting his expertise and leadership credentials.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are delighted to welcome Dr. Jean Chrysostome Ngabitsinze on board as he steps into his new role as ARC\u2019s Group Director General,\u201d the organization stated.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs an applied economist and seasoned policymaker with a background in agricultural economics, he brings a wealth of experience that will help elevate the ARC Group to new heights,\u201d the statement adds.<\/p>\n<p>ARC further emphasized his proven leadership in government, deep understanding of Africa\u2019s development challenges, and strong commitment to sustainable development, qualities it believes will be instrumental in driving the institution\u2019s future direction.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Ngabitsinze has held multiple senior positions in Rwanda, including serving as Minister of Trade and Industry, Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, and as a Member of Parliament, where he chaired the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), a body responsible for overseeing the effective use of public funds.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-91015\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/ngabitsinze-b0aa4.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Ngabitsinze has taken helm as ARC Group Director-General.\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group has officially welcomed Dr. Jean Chrysostome Ngabitsinze as its new Director-General, marking a pivotal leadership transition for the African Union\u2019s specialized agency dedicated to helping member states prepare for and respond to natural 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