Kigali is hosting a high-level continental forum that brings together Attorneys General, policymakers, development partners, and private-sector leaders to advance the role of public–private partnerships (PPPs) in driving Africa’s development agenda.
The Attorneys General PACT Forum 2026, taking place from 5–7 May at the Kigali Serena Hotel, is convened in collaboration with key global institutions, including the World Bank, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes, the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, the Africa Finance Corporation, and the International Finance Corporation. The gathering is expected to shape forward-looking strategies on how legal and institutional frameworks can better support investment and economic transformation across the continent.
Opening the forum, Rwanda’s Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Emmanuel Ugirashebuja, emphasized that successful PPPs are anchored in trust, clear regulatory systems, and strong institutions. He highlighted that these pillars are essential in creating a predictable and attractive environment for investment.
He further reflected on Rwanda’s journey of rebuilding trust and institutional credibility, noting that collaboration, competitiveness, reliability, efficiency, and accountability are key attributes that define effective partnerships between the public and private sectors.
In the lead-up to the forum, delegates visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where they paid tribute to victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The visit offered a moment of reflection on justice, resilience, and the importance of strong governance systems in preventing conflict and fostering sustainable development.
Importantly, the forum provides a platform for open dialogue and knowledge exchange, enabling countries to share experiences, strengthen cooperation, and identify practical solutions to challenges affecting PPP implementation. Participants are also expected to explore innovative approaches to risk management, dispute resolution, and investment protection.
Moreover, the presence of leading international financial institutions and private sector actors signals growing confidence in Africa’s potential as a destination for strategic investment. Stakeholders say such engagements are critical in unlocking infrastructure development, improving service delivery, and creating jobs across the continent.
As discussions progress, the forum is set to deliver actionable recommendations aimed at enhancing legal certainty, strengthening institutional capacity, and fostering inclusive partnerships. Ultimately, the Kigali meeting positions Rwanda at the center of regional dialogue on governance and investment, reinforcing its role as a hub for policy innovation and collaboration in Africa.
