German Embassy Kigali

Official Twitter account of the German Embassy in #Rwanda ➡️news, info, official statements & events

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

Ibiro by'Ubushinjacyaha Bukuru ku Rwego rw'igihugu bwataye muri yombi Innocent S. mu Ntara ya Hessen, mu Budage. Uwo akekwaho icyaha cyo kuba yaragize uruhare nk'umufatanyacyaha mu cyaha cya Jenoside ndetse no mu byaha makumyabiri na bitanu by'ubwicanyi.

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

On July 1, 2026, the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office had Innocent S. arrested by the Federal Criminal Police in Hesse, Germany. The accused is strongly suspected of being a co-perpetrator of the crime of genocide and of murder in twenty-five cases.
https://t.co/Wn76NVYStr

[Bundesanwaltschaft @GBA_b_BGH]

Festnahme wegen mutmaßlichen Völkermordes und 25-fachen Mordes in Ruanda im Jahr 1994, Pressemitteilung der #Bundesanwaltschaft vom 01.07.2026
https://t.co/RfBIi21elN

[UNHCR Rwanda @RefugeesRwanda]

Today, UNHCR & @RwandaEmergency convened a high-level dialogue with refugees, private sector, development partners & diplomatic community to mark #WorldRefugeeDay in Kigali.

Participants are discussing how partnerships can advance refugee inclusion, self-reliance in Rwanda.

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

On the International Day of Women in Diplomacy, we celebrate these pioneering leaders who broke barriers, shaped global conversations, and helped redefine what leadership looks like on the world stage. 🌍✨
#WomeninDiplomacy #UNGA #WomenLead @UN

[All about Germany | deutschland.de @en_germany]

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#FactsAboutGermany

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame received Amb. Johan Borgstam, European Union Special Representative (EUSR) for the Great Lakes Region. Their discussions covered regional developments, including the need for concrete action to address the root causes of the conflict in eastern DRC and advance a sustainable path to peace and stability.

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

Team Germany joins @KigaliMarathon for 10km Run for Peace.
@GoetheKigali @JumelageRwanda @giz_rwanda
#KIPM2026 #Irun4Peace

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

The Ambassador hosted a diverse group of students from #KemptenUniversity and @ULK_info, who are currently participating in the International Entrepreneurship Summer School in Kigali, organised by DSIK East Africa, #KemptenUniversity and @RwandaTrade.

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

The International Coaching Course (ITK) 2027 at @UniLeipzig is accepting applications!
courses (June-Dec 2027) in:
⚽ Football (FR)
🏀 Basketball (AR)
♿ Adaptive Sports (EN)
🧒 U12 Youth Sports (SP)

🔗 Details & new application portal: https://t.co/cxFaRvwqyG

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

Thank you for the insightful visit @RwandaEmergency @RefugeesRwanda @RituShroff3 @EUinRW
Germany is proud to be part of #TeamEurope in #Rwanda

[UNHCR Rwanda @RefugeesRwanda]

Glad to welcome TeamEurope at the Emergency Transit Mechanism centre, hosting asylum seekers &refugees evacuated from Libya

Since 2019, 2924 people have been evacuated while 2600+ have been resettled

Thanks to @RwandaEmergency, EU🇪🇺 & AU for supporting this lifesaving mechanism

[Ritu Shroff @RituShroff3]

Grateful to the EU Heads of Missions to Rwanda for visiting the Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM), hosting refugees and asylum seekers evacuated from Libya, for whom the EU remains a key partner in delivering protection and sustainable support. @BelenCalvoEU @NgogaAristarque

[DAAD Kenya @DAAD_Kenya]

Are you a high-achieving graduate from a developing or emerging country with a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)? This could be your opportunity to pursue a tuition-free Master's degree in Germany! https://t.co/PI0yI7qyaS

[Johann Wadephul @AussenMinDE]

We have announced our intention to run for a seat on the #UN Security Council for the 2035/2036 and 2043/2044 terms. Germany wants to assume responsibility for global peace and security – including within the highest global body.

[Johann Wadephul @AussenMinDE]

Congratulations to the newly elected members of the #UNSC, especially to #Austria & #Portugal. I am convinced they will work to advance peace & security for the benefit of the global community. Germany will stay committed to peace & security worldwide & to a UN capable of action.

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

🇺🇳 On #UNPeacekeepersDay, we honour more than 60,000 military, police & civilian personnel serving in @UN peace operations worldwide. 🇩🇪 remains one of the largest contributors, providing over 6% of the #UN peacekeeping budget. #InvestInPeace #PKDay

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

⚽🌍 This week, we celebrated #WorldFootballDay & over 100 years since the first truly international football tournament in Paris 🇫🇷.

From Germany 🇩🇪 to Africa 🌍, football builds bridges, creates opportunities, & unites generations.

This weekend: @Arsenal or @PSG_English? 👀🏆

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

Thank you @BelenCalvoEU
#TeamGermany will be returning for #KIPM2026
@NLinRwanda hope to see you there!
@KigaliMarathon

@GoetheKigali
@JumelageRwanda
@KfW_FZ_int

[Belen Calvo Uyarra @BelenCalvoEU]

… Thank you Min @CNkulikiyinka for the confidence! 😉 🙏🏽

I will certainly join the @KigaliMarathon vibe with the walking team!🤸🏽✨

@JBorgstam @SwedeninRW @DKAmbRwanda @GermanyinRwanda @NLinRwanda @LUinKigali @A_ThorpeUK @IVG2909 are you joining the #KIPM2026? 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃

#IRun4Peace

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

🌍 Happy #AfricaDay ! From liberation to leadership, Africa continues to shape its own path driven by a shared vision for the future.
This Africa Day, we celebrate history, and a continent defining what comes next.
💬 What gives you hope for Africa’s future? @_AfricanUnion

[Kigali Genocide Memorial @Kigali_Memorial]

Welcomed Mr. Philipp Knill, Commissioner for Africa at the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development, and Mr. Manuel Muller, Africa Director at the Federal Foreign Office, who visited to pay their respects to the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi and deepen their understanding of its history through a guided tour of memorial exhibits.