Rwandan president paul kagame expected in Lomé for high-stakes diplomatic talks

Rwandan President Paul Kagame is set to arrive in Lomé on Monday, June 15, 2026, for a crucial working visit that carries significant diplomatic weight. This high-level meeting with Togo’s President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé is a key step in deepening the already robust relationship between Togo and Rwanda.

Throughout his stay, a comprehensive agenda of shared priorities is expected to be addressed. Discussions will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation, navigating critical peace and security challenges across the African continent, and advancing the broader goals of African integration.

This visit takes place as Togo continues its dedicated mediation efforts in the ongoing crisis in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. President Kagame and President Gnassingbé have previously held consultations in Kigali, specifically addressing strategies for regional stability within the Great Lakes area.

Over the years, Lomé and Kigali have consistently fortified their partnership across various sectors, establishing their collaborative efforts as a prime example of South-South cooperation within Africa.

The arrival of the Rwandan head of state in Lomé underscores the exceptional quality of the ties between the two nations and their shared commitment to consolidating their collaboration for the continent’s development and enduring stability.