Rwandan President Paul Kagame has appointed Jean-Guy Afrika, a seasoned economist with over a decade of experience at the African Development Bank, as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB).

Afrika’s extensive expertise in economic development positions him to lead RDB’s mandate of accelerating Rwanda’s economic growth and fostering a thriving private sector. RDB, operating under the Office of the President, plays a pivotal role in driving investment and innovation to propel Rwanda’s development goals.

This dynamic leadership shift signals a new chapter for Rwanda’s economic transformation. Jean-Guy Afrika’s global experience and commitment to sustainable development make him the ideal choice to guide RDB into the future.