Peter Eilschow Olesen

Today the Embassy of Denmark in Rwanda launched its Governance, Human Rights & Reconciliation Programme. 🇩🇰🇷🇼 With our partners, we will promote the strengthening of good governance, human rights and citizen engagement with an emphasis on enhancing accountability and transparency

On Sunday 15th, our CEO, @TeddyMugabo_, had the honor of welcoming the Danish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. @larsloekke, and his delegation to BASIGO’s charging depot - now the largest in Rwanda by charging capacity. The visit was more than symbolic. It was a powerful demonstration of what strategic climate finance partnerships can deliver. With support from the Government of Denmark and Ireme Invest, BASIGO is accelerating Rwanda’s transition to clean mobility, translating capital into infrastructure, innovation, and measurable climate impact. This is what catalytic investment looks like: strong partnerships, bold enterprises, and real progress toward a greener economy. #greenrwanda🇷🇼🌿 #investinrwanda

Yesterday, EBCR helped welcome the Danish Minister of Foreign Affairs, @larsloekke, to Rwanda🇷🇼. Our ED, @sandbergrwanda , also joined a high-level dinner discussion on private sector development and strengthening connections between Danish industries and Rwandan opportunities.

This afternoon, RDB Deputy CEO, @JulianaMuganza, joined Denmark’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Lars Løkke Rasmussen, at a town hall discussion at @norrskenEA Kigali on the future of SMEs and entrepreneurship in Rwanda. The conversation focused on how start-ups and young entrepreneurs are driving innovation, job creation, and growth, while also addressing persistent challenges such as access to finance, market linkages, skills development, and scaling. The discussion reflected the growing partnership between Rwanda and Denmark, and the shared commitment to supporting a business environment that enables entrepreneurs to grow, compete, and succeed.

🇷🇼🇩🇰 Today, SFH ED @GihanaWandera had the honor of hosting a high-level Danish delegation led by Hon. @larsloekke of @DanishMFA, joined by Amb. Casper Stenger Jensen @DKinRwanda and @unicefrw Country Director @LiekevandeWiel, at Kibagabaga #SGHP. The visit provided an opportunity to demonstrate how strategic public-private-partnerships are advancing resilient #PrimaryHealthCare systems — bringing quality people-centered services closer to communities across #Rwanda. ✅Global partnership. ✅Local impact. ✅Sustainable systems.

#BasiGo chargers are supporting wider electrification of mobility transport in Kigali & beyond! From powering electric public buses to hundreds of private EVs, they are driving Rwanda’s transition to clean, reliable, and sustainable mobility.@DKinRwanda @GreenFundRw

This evening, Minister @onduhungirehe joined @larsloekke, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Denmark, for the official opening of the Danish Embassy in Kigali. In his remarks, he welcomed Denmark to the growing diplomatic community in Kigali and reaffirmed Rwanda’s commitment to close and productive collaboration.

This afternoon, Minister @onduhungirehe hosted @larsloekke, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Denmark, for a working lunch during his visit to Rwanda. They discussed strengthening bilateral relations between Rwanda and Denmark and explored additional areas of cooperation, such as trade and investment.

DENMARK–RWANDA PARTNERSHIP ADVANCES RESEARCH & INNOVATION AT UR On 16 February 2026, Denmark’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Lars Løkke Rasmussen, visited the University of Rwanda Headquarters in #Kigali, where he was received by UR leadership alongside a high-level delegation from the Embassy of Denmark. The visit featured a walk-and-talk to the School of Architecture and Built Environment, showcasing UR’s strengths in applied research, sustainable design, and innovation aligned with Rwanda’s national transformation agenda. The Minister engaged with students and staff, highlighting UR’s project-based learning and solutions-driven approach to contemporary development challenges. A key milestone was the official launch of the #Danida-funded Knowledge and Innovation Programme (KIP) under the GeoAI for Land Systems Science Partnership led by the University of Copenhagen. The programme strengthens capacity in geography, data science, and geospatial AI, while offering fully funded MSc scholarships for UR students, deepening long-term Denmark–Africa academic cooperation. The visit concluded with a symbolic photo session, reaffirming the shared commitment of #Denmark and #Rwanda to advancing research excellence, innovation, and strategic higher education partnerships.

Ku mugoroba wo kuri uyu wa Mbere, mu Mujyi wa Kigali hafunguwe ku mugaragaro Ambasade ya Denmark mu Rwanda, igikorwa cyitabiriwe na Minisitiri w’Ububanyi n’Amahanga w’u Rwanda, Olivier Nduhungirehe ndetse na Minisitiri w’Ububanyi n’Amahanga wa Denmark, Lars Løkke Rasmussen.

📸AMAFOTO📸 Ku mugoroba wo ku wa Mbere, Ambasade ya Denmark mu Rwanda yafunguwe ku mugaragaro mu Mujyi wa Kigali. Ibi birori byitabiriwe na Minisitiri w’Ububanyi n’Amahanga w’u Rwanda, Olivier Nduhungirehe na mugenzi we wa Denmark, Lars Løkke Rasmussen. Minisitiri Nduhungirehe yashimye umubano ushingiye kuri dipolomasi ukomeje gushinga imizi hagati y’ibihugu byombi, anashimangira ko u Rwanda ruzakomeza gukorana na Denmark mu mishinga ibyara inyungu. #RBAAmakuru

Yesterday, @unicefrw welcomed H.E. Lars Løkke Rasmussen @larsloekke, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Denmark @DanishMFA, together with Amb. Casper Stenger Jensen @DKinRwanda, to Kibagabaga Second Generation Health Post in Kigali [1/2]

🇩🇰🇷🇼 A major milestone for academic ties! During his visit to @Uni_Rwanda, FM @larsloekke & Ambassador @DKAmbRwanda launched the KIP Programme—a strategic move to bring more African students to Denmark and strengthen university partnerships. 🚀

🇩🇰🇷🇼 Photo highlights: Opening of the Danish Embassy in Kigali A milestone for Danish-Rwandan relations! Last night, the Ambassador’s Residence hosted a vibrant reception to officially mark the opening of the Danish Embassy in Rwanda.

We welcomed Denmark’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Lars Løkke Rasmussen (@larsloekke), and his delegation, who paid tribute to the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi and toured the memorial exhibits detailing its causes, reality, and consequences, as well as Rwanda’s remarkable journey of rebuilding and renewal.

🌍🚴A Historic Milestone for Africa For the first time ever, the UCI Road World Championships are in Africa – right here in Rwanda! 📸 The Embassy's Deputy Head of Mission joined Team Europe for the UCI Social Ride in Kigali. Photo: Delegation of EU community; Kigali2025

Today marks the final day of the Project Office of Denmark in Kigali, which since Nov 2022 has served as 🇩🇰’s diplomatic representation in Rwanda🤝We’re proud of the partnerships that strengthened local resilience & thank all who made it possible. Tomorrow, a new chapter begins!

EU and AU Ambassadors in Kigali witnessed together the opening of the 3rd EU-AU Ministerial meeting - Committed to a strong Partnership for Prosperity, Peace, People and Multilateralism. #AUEU25

17 May is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. Denmark marks that human rights are for all - no matter sexual orientation or gender identity. To celebrate, we are putting the rainbow flag out of the Project Office’s window 🏳️‍🌈 #IDAHOT2025 #LGBT

📍 An encounter like no other, meet Rwanda’s majestic mountain gorillas up close at @VolcanoesPark. 🦍 Plan your trip: visitrwanda.com #VisitRwanda 🇷🇼