Editor's Review

The two-day State visit follows an invitation from President Paul Kagame.

President William Ruto is set to leave the country for a two-day state visit to Rwanda.

The visit follows an invitation by Rwanda's president Paul Kagame.

A statement by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed indicated that Kenya and Rwanda will look into various areas of cooperation. 

"At the invitation of his host, HE President Paul Kagame, the two heads of State are expected to deliberate on areas of mutual interest and cooperation, including the Northern corridor integration projects, food security, innovation and ICT, health and education," he said.

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President William Ruto and Rwandan President Paul Kagame. IMAGE: COURTESY

"The visit is further expected to enhance trade and commerce cooperation within the East African Community (EAC) and the African continent as the two leaders re-affirm their commitment  to EAC integration and the African Continental Free Trade Area (ACTA) cooperation for trade and economic growth."

Hussein said regional peace and security will also feature in the discussions that will culminate in the signing of bilateral agreements. 

Ruto will also attend the 9th session of the Joint Permanent Commission for Cooperation (JPCC).

Kenya and Rwanda established JPCC as a guiding framework of bilateral relations.

Talks on peace and security in the Eastern DRC are also expected to feature during a meeting between the Head of State and his counterpart Paul Kagame. 

Kenya is playing a key role in ensuring peace in DRC having joined other EAC countries in sending its troops to help in the mission.