President Paul Kagame has joined other Heads of State and Government in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for the opening session of the 20th Summit of the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF).
The opening ceremony featured addresses by several leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and OIF Secretary-General Louise Mushikiwabo, who officially ushered in the high-level discussions.
The summit brings together leaders and representatives of Francophone countries to discuss shared priorities, strengthen cooperation and address political, economic, social and cultural challenges facing the French-speaking world.
Rwanda’s participation reflects its continued engagement in the Francophonie platform and its commitment to strengthening international partnerships and cooperation.
The 20th Francophonie Summit is taking place in Phnom Penh from November 14 to 16, 2026, bringing together leaders to deliberate on the future of the organisation and its role in addressing global challenges.
