Édouard Ngirente

Édouard Ngirente (born 22 February 1973) is a Rwandan economist and politician. He is the former Prime Minister of Rwanda, from 30 August 2017 to 25 July 2025, having been appointed by the President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame.

Background and education Édouard Ngirente was born in Rwanda on February 22, 1973.

Political appointment Ngirente was appointed as the successor to Anastase Murekezi on 30 August 2017. He became the 11th Prime Minister of Rwanda and the 6th since the 1994 Genocide perpetrated against the Tutsi. He was among several non politicians sworn in by Paul Kagame after the 2017 Rwandan Presidential Election.

Policies Ngirente has overseen policy changes which aim to invigorate Rwanda's economy through expanded research grants, transportation infrastructure and education among other departments. Campaigns to encourage Rwandans to pay their taxes and preserve the environment have also been started with the intention of creating a more sustainable future both economically and environmentally. As part of his duties as a representative of Rwanda, Ngirente has traveled the globe campaigning for increased foreign investment in the nation. Ngirente has also traveled across Africa advocating for family planning efforts across the continent.

Personal life Ngirente is married and is the father of two children.