The agreement formalized on Monday, September 8, 2025, is expected to enhance connectivity, open new avenues for economic cooperation, and expand trade opportunities between the two nations.
Yankhoba Dième, Senegal's Minister of Infrastructure, Land and Air Transport, and Rwanda's Minister of Infrastructure, Dr. Jimmy Gasore, represented their nations at the signing ceremony.
Both ministers reaffirmed their commitment to advancing bilateral relations through strengthened air connectivity.
Speaking on behalf of the Government of Rwanda, Dr. Gasore described the agreement as 'a major new step' that builds on the excellent relations already in place. He emphasized that it will further promote collaboration and create more opportunities for both countries.
The two countries enjoy longstanding friendly relations, reflected in visits and exchanges by heads of state and senior government officials. The most recent was on August 31, 2025, when President Paul Kagame visited Senegal to attend the Africa Food Summit (AFS).
Rwanda and Senegal have also established other agreements over the years. These include a cultural cooperation agreement signed in 1975, a general cooperation agreement in 2004, the creation of a permanent joint commission to oversee bilateral relations in 2016, as well as a partnership between Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA) and Senegalese national broadcaster RTS.
Senegal is home to a significant Rwandan community, including students and families, some of whom settled there more than 40 years ago.
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