The Rwanda Internet Governance Forum 2026 (RWIGF2026) successfully brought together key stakeholders from across the country’s digital landscape to discuss the future of internet governance, digital transformation, and innovation in Rwanda.
The forum convened representatives from government institutions, the private sector, civil society organizations, the technical community, academia, youth, and development partners. Through engaging discussions, expert panels, and collaborative dialogue, participants shared ideas and practical insights aimed at strengthening Rwanda’s digital ecosystem. Held under the theme “Governing the Internet in the Age of Intelligence: Our Shared Responsibility,”.
The event served as an important platform for addressing emerging digital opportunities and challenges while promoting inclusive participation in shaping policies and strategies that support a secure, innovative, and accessible internet for all. Discussions emphasized the importance of collaboration across sectors to accelerate Rwanda’s digital ambitions and ensure that technological progress benefits every citizen.
RWIGF2026 also reinforced the value of partnerships in driving sustainable digital development. By bringing together diverse voices and expertise, the forum encouraged knowledge sharing and fostered new connections that will contribute to Rwanda’s continued leadership in digital innovation across the region.
As the forum concluded, organizers expressed their appreciation to everyone who made the event possible. Special thanks were extended to all stakeholders, partners, speakers, panelists, moderators, participants, and volunteers whose contributions helped make RWIGF2026 a success.
In his keynote address at RWIGF 2026, the Permanent Secretary of MINICT highlighted that the forum comes at a defining moment in Rwanda’s development journey.
He noted that under the Second National Strategy for Transformation (NST2), digital transformation is not treated as a standalone sector, but as a cross-cutting enabler of inclusive growth, better and more accountable governance, and sustainable development across the economy and society.
“Rwanda’s digital future will be shaped by shared responsibility. Government will continue to set direction and provide safeguards—that is our duty. But trust cannot be legislated alone, security cannot be procured alone, and innovation cannot be decreed. They are co-created by every stakeholder in this room.” He added
Eraste Rurangwa – Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT and Innovation addressing participants of The Rwanda Internet Governance Forum 2026 (RWIGF2026)
The conversations and partnerships established during the forum are expected to play a significant role in shaping the next phase of Rwanda’s digital transformation, supporting an inclusive, resilient, and future ready digital economy.
In remarks od the CEO of RICTA, Mrs Grace Ingabire, emphasized the importance of shared responsibility across all sectors, noting:
“Governing the Internet, and increasingly, the intelligence that powers it—is not the responsibility of a single institution. It is a shared responsibility among government, the private sector, academia, civil society, development partners, and the youth.”
