On the morning of Tuesday 20th February 2024, the newly accredited High Commissioner of the Republic of Rwanda H.E. Ms. Fatou Harerimana paid a Courtesy Call on the Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Roger Mancienne. The Speaker was accompanied by the Deputy Speaker Hon. Gervais Henrie, Clerk of the National Assembly Mrs. Tania Isaac, and Deputy Clerk Ms. Alexandria Faure.
H.E. Harerimana thanked the Speaker for the opportunity to meet with him and noted that despite being based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the relationship between Rwanda and Seychelles was one of great enthusiasm and support which has the opportunity now for development and growth during her tenure. A notable point of discussion was that of the differences between the parliamentary systems implemented between the Parliament of Rwanda and the National Assembly of Seychelles. Despite many differences, Hon. Mancienne agreed that both Parliaments have a vested interest in furthering the participation of women in the political sphere, as well as generally progressing their roles in society.
H.E. Harerimana expressed an appreciation for the coordination of the Extraordinary Sitting and visit of the President of Rwanda H.E. Mr. Paul Kagame in 2023. A major aim of her tenure is the implementation of the agreements signed jointly by Rwanda and Seychelles, with a focus in the development of industries such as agriculture, fisheries, education, and health. The Hon. Speaker reiterated the position of Seychelles as a supporter of Rwanda, noting that the improved relations will allow both countries to continually learn from one another and progress notably.
Hon. Speaker Mancienne and H.E. Harerimana then exchanged tokens of appreciation and took a souvenir photograph before the amicable meeting concluded.
