Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva has arrived in Libreville, Gabon, where he is representing President Paul Kagame at the inauguration of the Libreville Congress Palace, scheduled for May 3.

The facility is expected to boost Gabon’s capacity to host high-level international conferences and events, positioning the country as an emerging hub for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) on the African continent.

Nsengiyumva’s visit comes amid growing diplomatic engagement between Rwanda and Gabon, as both countries seek to deepen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in key sectors, including trade, investment, and knowledge exchange.

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Meanwhile, in April, the Prime Minister received Gabon’s High Commissioner to Rwanda, Dr. Sylver Aboubakar Minko-Mi-Nsemé, at his office.

Their discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and identifying new avenues for collaboration, especially in areas that can support sustainable economic growth and institutional development.

Gabon, located along the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, is rich in natural resources. Its economy is largely driven by exports of petroleum, manganese, uranium, and timber, which account for a significant share of its gross domestic product.

In recent years, the country has also been working to diversify its economy and invest in infrastructure to attract international business and tourism.

Rwanda, on the other hand, has positioned itself as a leading destination for conferences and events in Africa, leveraging strategic investments in infrastructure such as the Kigali Convention Centre.