The agreements were formalised on Tuesday, September 23, during President Paul Kagame's official visit to Egypt, hosted by President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.
The accords cover priority sectors including investment promotion, water resource management, urban development, and housing. Under the land allocation agreement, Rwanda had previously committed to grant Egypt 10 hectares in Kirehe District, near the Tanzania border, while Egypt committed equivalent land for Rwandan ventures.
In his address, President Kagame said the reciprocal land allocation was a 'significant step' that would strengthen economic cooperation and expand market access in Africa.
He underlined that Rwanda and Egypt share a vision of transforming the continent's natural resources into value-added products to generate sustainable prosperity.
'Rwanda regards Egypt as a strong partner and our cooperation is tangible and steadily growing,' Kagame noted, highlighting ongoing joint projects such as the construction of a state-of-the-art heart treatment center in Kigali.
'We believe there are numerous opportunities our two countries can explore, from food processing to advanced technology.'
The President also praised Egypt for providing advanced training to Rwandan medical professionals and for its support in pharmaceuticals and vaccine production, describing Egyptian firms in the health sector as 'excellent partners.'
Earlier on Monday, September 22, the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) had urged Egyptian investors to tap into Rwanda's diverse opportunities.
Speaking at the inaugural Egyptâ€"Rwanda Business Forum in Cairo, RDB CEO Jean-Guy Afrika invited Egyptian businesses to use Rwanda as a gateway to the wider East African and continental markets.
The forum brought together business leaders, investors, and policymakers from both sides to explore opportunities, foster partnerships, and promote trade and investment. Key areas of interest included energy, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and infrastructure.
Wycliffe Nyamasege
